Margaret Burley Family Impact Award
Named in honor of Margaret Burley, former executive director of the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities for 39 years, the Margaret Burley Family Impact Award recognizes a professional or parent who has made a significant impact on the lives of families of those with disabilities. As a parent herself of a son with disabilities, Margaret advocated for her son's right and ability to learn, grow and be a contributing member of their community. Under her guidance and the guidance of others, the Ohio Coalition went from one part-time director to an agency with more than 25 staff members and a $2.5 million budget.
The nominees of the Family Impact Award have served as mentors, coaches, advocates, and/or connectors for families and have demonstrated ongoing and continuous passion, dedication, and support for families.
2019 Margaret Burley Family Impact Award Recipient
Amy Luttrell Hillsboro, Ohio
Family Consultant/Transition Specialist, State Support Team 14
“For over 25 years Amy Luttrell has served parents and families in Adams, Brown, Clinton, Fayette, and Highland counties through her work as a Parent/Family Engagement Consultant at the State Support Team 14. Through her considerable efforts a very active Parent Advisory Council has been developed which has become a strong element of support for families within the school districts that they represent. Amy is extremely effective at helping families and educators collaborate for the benefit of children with disabilities.”