Our People

Adrienne Baytops Paul brings over two decades of educational experience to the role of Assistant Director of Solving with Students. She is passionate about teacher growth and development, particularly in the areas of mindset and student voice. At Impact Florida, she supports the design and continuous improvement of the Solving with Students Cadre programming and design coaching models for participants.

Adrienne has taught grades K–8 and focused on math during her last twelve years in the classroom. As a seventh-grade math teacher, she used Illustrative Mathematics and the 14 Practices of the Building Thinking Classrooms model to de-track pre-algebra to provide her students with high-quality, equitable math learning opportunities. She has had her research published in the Journal of Mathematics and Science and regularly writes about mathematics instruction, standards, and best practices.

Adrienne holds English degrees from the University of Chicago and Columbia University and a master's degree in K–8 Mathematics Education Leadership from George Mason University.

adrienne@impactfl.org

William Campbell serves as Director of Strategic Initiatives at Impact Florida, where he leads cross-cutting efforts to advance systems change, strengthen strategic partnerships, and align policy, practice, and implementation across the state.

In this role, William focuses on translating complex systems work into actionable strategies that support educators, practitioners, policymakers, and community partners. His work emphasizes clarity, alignment, and sustainability, ensuring initiatives are grounded in evidence and responsive to field needs.

William brings more than 20 years of experience in strategic communications, organizational leadership, and public-interest work across the nonprofit, public, and private sectors. His background includes senior nonprofit leadership, statewide advocacy, and consulting engagements with national organizations, foundations, Fortune 100 and 500 companies, and government partners. He is known for bridging silos, clarifying narratives, and moving initiatives from vision to execution.

William holds a PhD in Organizational Communication, with research focused on narrative alignment, organizational change, and systems-level communication. He also holds a master’s degree in rhetoric and communication, along with graduate certificates in nonprofit administration and business analytics. His work is grounded in the belief that durable systems change depends on shared understanding, trust, and clear communication.

william@impactfl.org

Dr. Katelyn Devine has more than 15 years of experience in education as a middle school math teacher, math instructional coach, and district math specialist. Katelyn previously served on several math-related committees for Virginia and Florida Departments of Education as well as currently serves on the board of the Florida Council of Mathematics Supervisors. She earned a Bachelor's degree in elementary and special education from Slippery Rock University and a Master's and Doctorate degrees in Education Leadership and Administration from The George Washington University. Her research interests include instructional practices for mathematics, access and opportunity for traditionally marginalized K-12 students, executive coaching for school leaders, and school and district continuous improvement. Katelyn enjoys traveling with her husband and two dogs.

katelyn@impactfl.org

Meghan Frye brings over 10 years of educational experience to her role as Assistant Director of Instructional Materials Strategy at Impact Florida, with a career centered on instructional materials leadership and secondary mathematics. A second-career educator, she has served as a classroom teacher, district instructional staff developer, and instructional materials administrator for a large school district, bringing a deep understanding of instructional materials from both practice and systems-level perspectives.

At Impact Florida, Meghan supports statewide instructional materials initiatives, including the Math Materials Cadre and the implementation of the Florida Materials Navigator, while working to elevate district and state perspectives in shaping a strong instructional materials policy framework. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Mathematics from Kennesaw State University.

Meghan lives in Palm Harbor, Florida, with her husband and their dog, Hank, and has two college-aged sons who attend Florida State University.

meghan@impactfl.org

Lauren Gilmore supports internal processes and helps enhance employee productivity and work quality. She works closely with team members to ensure that operational systems align with the organization's mission of improving student outcomes across Florida.

Lauren serves as the Operations lead for several of Impact Florida's Learning Cadres, managing logistics and communications to support their success. She is also the primary contact for sponsorship opportunities, fostering relationships with sponsors and partners to advance Impact Florida's initiatives.

Her focus on operational efficiency and her collaborative approach make Lauren a key asset to the Impact Florida team.

lauren@impactfl.org

Jackie Jircitano is the Senior Director of Communications at Impact Florida. She leads the organization's strategic communications work to amplify its mission, strengthen its brand, and engage educators, policymakers, and communities in advancing high-quality instruction statewide.

Prior to joining Impact Florida, Jackie was the founder and principal of Alessi Communication & Design, a firm specializing in education and research communications. Over nearly a decade, she partnered with leading institutions including the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, the Harvard Kennedy School, and Vanderbilt University to elevate education research, promote innovation, and support mission-driven initiatives. She has led communications strategy for Penn GSE's Center on Standards, Alignment, Instruction, and Learning; the Program on Education Policy and Governance at the Harvard Kennedy School; Catalyst @ Penn GSE; the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University; and others.

Jackie holds a bachelor's degree in Anthropology and Classics from Penn State University and an MBA from Philadelphia University. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband, Nick, and their two dogs, and enjoys travel and cycling in her free time.

jackie@impactfl.org

Jake Massey is the Director of Instructional Materials Strategy at Impact Florida, where he leads statewide efforts to support the adoption and implementation of high-quality instructional materials, with a focus on mathematics. He works closely with district leaders and educators to strengthen instructional practice, deepen student thinking, and ensure high-quality instructional materials are used effectively to support equitable learning opportunities.

Jake brings more than a decade of experience in public education, including as a classroom teacher and as a Program Development and Training Specialist with the North East Florida Educational Consortium. In that role, he led K–12 professional learning initiatives and supported instructional materials adoption across a wide range of rural and under-resourced school districts in Florida.

Jake holds a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of West Florida. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active, supporting local schools and youth sports programs, and spending time outdoors with his family.

jake@impactfl.org

Aquill Mischler supports the organization's day-to-day operations and ensures internal processes run smoothly. She works closely with team members to assist in financial and grant management, budget tracking, and administrative support.

Aquill plays a key role in expense reconciliation, grant documentation, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements. She also helps coordinate team logistics, scheduling, and internal communications to maintain efficiency across the organization.

Her attention to detail and commitment to Impact Florida's mission make her a vital part of the team, ensuring that operational systems support the organization's goal of improving educational outcomes for students across Florida.

aquill@impactfl.org

Claire Riddell has dedicated over 20 years to education, serving as a classroom teacher, school and district instructional coach, national educational consultant, project manager, and Associate in Research.

She holds a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning from the University of Oregon and a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Santa Clara University. Currently, she is completing her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at Florida State University. Claire is passionate about math education and is committed to supporting Florida's teachers as they center student voices in their classrooms.

claire@impactfl.org

Kristen Shannon brings over seven years of mathematics education leadership and coaching experience. She previously served as a Math Program Specialist in Sarasota County Schools. With an additional nine years of K-5 classroom experience spanning roles from teacher to curriculum coach, Kristen brings a practitioner's perspective to her leadership work.

Kristen has served on several math-related committees including with the Florida Department of Education and is a graduate of the FL-CLASS Leadership program. She maintains an active membership in the Florida Association of Mathematics Supervisors as part of an ongoing commitment to advancing mathematics education across the state.

She holds a Master's in Educational Leadership from American College of Education and a Bachelor of Elementary Education from the University of South Florida. Kristen is passionate about supporting teachers and instructional coaches in implementing student-centered approaches to mathematics education. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active, fishing and boating, and spending time with her husband, daughter Lauren, and son Devin.

kristen@impactfl.org

In 2017, Jessica Solano was named Florida's Teacher of the Year, representing a network of 74 school districts and over 175,000 teachers. That pivotal year marked the beginning of an incredible journey dedicated to inspiring teachers and transforming classrooms.

Driven by an unyielding commitment to fostering teacher leadership, mentorship, and strong instructional practices, Jessica returned to the classroom and designed two game-changing programs: the Extending Excellence Peer Mentor Program and Leading from the Classroom. These initiatives connected increases in teacher retention to teacher leadership and ultimately led to the establishment of Polk County Public Schools' Teacher Engagement Department. Jessica continued to make an impact as the Director of Recruitment and Engagement with Polk County Public Schools, where she spearheaded additional programs that bolstered teacher retention rates and revolutionized the recruitment process, reaching a staggering threefold increase in teacher applicants.

jessica@impactfl.org