Gaylynn Clevenger

Hello! 

Please allow me to introduce myself. 

I am a native Texan having grown up in Abilene, Tx. I attended North Texas State University where I received a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education. I also have a Masters in Art Therapy from Vermont College and an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Special Education Leadership. I have worked in public education for a number of years as a Teacher, Educational Diagnostician, related service Counselor, Assistant Director of Special Education and as a Director of Special Education in San Antonio ISD and Del Valle ISD. I value the assessment processes in education as it can help identify student strengths and challenges and streamline student learning. I currently reside in Wimberley, Texas and enjoy quick access to both the Austin and San Antonio metro areas.

While in graduate school in New England I also meet my husband, Joe (He is a 7^th generation New Englander.) We have been married for 29 years now and have two children, Evan (26) and Qincy (20). We also have a dog (Scout) and 2 cats. In my spare time I enjoy plants and gardening, hiking, cooking, traveling and reading. 

I feeling passionately that all students can learn and as educators we should set a high bar for achievement. I value a student centered approach to learning recognizing that all students are different. I enjoy working with and being a part of a strong team that puts services to kids first and I am very excited about working with the team at Odyssey School!