About Us
Tiffany Yandle- President
HI! I am Tiffany!
I am a mother of three amazing, dirty, energetic boys and a beautiful perfectionist daughter! I am a previous public educator where I have had the privilege of being a special education teacher, special education county lead, assistant principal, and principal! My passion for children with special needs began when I was in high school and has grown throughout my adult life. I believe every child has unique needs and requires a personalized pathway to learning. I have numerous family members who have special learning needs including Autism spectrum disorder, other health impairments, and learning disabilities. Therefore, I have sat on both sides of the table at an abundance of school meetings. I am a lifelong learner and currently pursuing my Doctorate in Special Education!
I have the following Credentials:
NC Special Education Teacher k-12
NC School Administrator k-12
NC Curriculum and Instruction specialist
Autism Spectrum Disorder Graduate Certificate
ACE Personal Trainer
I am a proud member of the
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates and Council for Exceptional Children
I am NOT an attorney and cannot offer you legal advice.
Tonya Tolson- Advocate
Tonya Tolson, M.S.A.
Educational Leader | Nonprofit Co-Founder | Autism Advocate | Community Servant
Tonya Tolson is a dedicated educational leader, nonprofit executive, and community advocate with more than 25 years of experience in education and student development. She currently serves as the Assistant Principal of Student Support Services at Mountain Island Charter School, where she is committed to fostering student success, supporting educators, and creating inclusive learning environments that empower all students to thrive.
Tonya holds a Master of Science in Educational Administration from Trinity Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Seton Hall University. She is licensed in North Carolina as both a School Administrator and an English educator and has built a career centered on leadership, academic excellence, and student advocacy.
Beyond her work in education, Tonya is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of AJ and the Cool Kids Autism Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children with autism and their families through advocacy, education, community engagement, and resource development. Inspired by her family's personal journey with autism, she has helped lead initiatives that provide family support, autism awareness programming, educational workshops, community grants, and inclusive events throughout North Carolina.
Under her leadership, the foundation has expanded its reach to hundreds of families through autism walks, community outreach events, educational programs, and advocacy efforts that help families navigate services and educational systems. Tonya is passionate about creating opportunities that increase awareness, acceptance, and access for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.
A respected leader in both education and nonprofit service, Tonya is also an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated and is dedicated to advancing initiatives that strengthen families, empower women, and improve outcomes for children and underserved communities.
Recognized for her commitment to service, leadership, and advocacy, Tonya continues to make a lasting impact through her work in schools, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement. Her mission is simple yet powerful: to create meaningful opportunities that help every child, every family, and every community reach their fullest potential.
I am NOT an attorney and cannot offer you legal advice.
Kaley - Advocate
Hello, I'm Kaley!
I'm a proud mom to a one-year-old "silly goose" and a passionate educator dedicated to helping children and families thrive. For the past four years, I've worked as both a self-contained Special Education teacher and a small-group resource teacher, supporting students with diverse learning needs and helping them reach meaningful academic, social, and behavioral goals.
Before entering the classroom, I provided Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with Autism, giving me valuable experience supporting learners across a variety of settings. Throughout my career, I've been driven by a simple belief: every individual deserves the tools, support, and opportunities needed to reach their full potential.
I recently earned my Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education from UNC Charlotte and also hold bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Spanish-Hispanic Studies. My professional credentials include North Carolina licensure in Special Education (K-12) and Elementary Education (K-6). I am also a proud member of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), where I stay connected to best practices and advancements in the field.
Whether you're seeking academic support, special education guidance, behavior strategies, advocacy, or personalized educational planning, I would be honored to partner with your family. I look forward to helping you identify the right level of support to meet your child's unique strengths, needs, and goals.
I am NOT an attorney and cannot offer you legal advice.
