Meet Our Board of Directors
Leadership Rooted in Community
Our Board of Directors brings together professional expertise, family experience, advocacy, education, and community leadership. Together, they guide Texas All Abilities Network in creating welcoming opportunities where individuals and families of all abilities can connect, participate, and thrive.
Our Board
Michele Lammers, M.Ed., Ed.S.
Founder & President
Contact: president@txallabilitiesnetwork.org
Michele is an educator, parent advocate, systems navigator, and community leader with more than two decades of experience supporting individuals and families with disabilities.
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Michele Lammers, M.Ed., Ed.S. is the President and Founder of Texas All Abilities Network (501(c)(3)), a nonprofit dedicated to building inclusive communities through awareness events, social skills training, and family support. She also leads Inclusive Skills Training, LLC, where she provides professional workshops and is an approved Continuing Education (CE) provider for educators, social workers, and community leaders.
Michele holds both a Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in Special Education and an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Curriculum & Instruction. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Education, combining her academic expertise with her lived experience as a mother of four children with disabilities.
For more than two decades, Michele has served as a parent educator, systems navigator, and advocate. She also contributes her leadership on local advisory councils and boards, including the Killeen Parks & Recreation Board, the Bell County Judge & Commissioners Committee on People with Disabilities, and the Waco Mayor’s Committee on People with Disabilities.
Through Texas All Abilities Network, Michele’s mission is clear: to empower families, strengthen social connections, and create inclusive opportunities where every person feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.
Yvette Scott
Treasurer
Contact: treasurer@txallabilitiesnetwork.org
Yvette is an educator and STEM advocate who brings a passion for inclusion, innovation, community engagement, and expanding opportunities for underserved students.
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Yvette is a Robotics teacher at Hutto ISD in Hutto, Texas, and serves as Treasurer for the Texas All Abilities Network, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering success through innovation. Passionate about education and inclusion, she works to establish robotics programs in underserved schools, secure grants, and raise awareness that success has no boundaries. Currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration, she is committed to inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders by equipping them with critical thinking and problem-solving skills in rapidly advancing fields.
Whether she is championing community engagement, writing grants to fund transformative projects, or motivating students to dream big, Yvette’s mission remains clear: to unlock potential, inspire innovation, and pave the way for a brighter future for all.
Melissa Sims
Vice President of Operations
Contact: vp@txallabilitiesnetwork.org
Melissa provides strategic leadership for day-to-day operations, organizational planning, internal efficiency, and mission-aligned growth.
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Melissa is thrilled to continue serving the community and the Texas All Abilities Network. As the Vice President of Operations, she provides strategic leadership for the organization’s day-to-day operations, ensuring programs, processes, and resources align with its mission. She oversees operational planning, supports organizational growth, enhances internal efficiency, and collaborates with leadership to strengthen the Network’s impact.
Dedicated to encouraging, nurturing, and strengthening community relationships, Melissa strives to inspire enthusiasm and foster meaningful engagement—whether through volunteering, sponsorship, or broader support of the organization’s mission.
Secretary
Contact: secretary@txallabilitiesnetwork.org
Meet Our Advisory Committee
Our volunteer leaders bring their skills, lived experience, and enthusiasm to the programs, outreach, technology, and activities that support our community.
Justin Jones
Activities Director
Contact: activities@txallabilitiesnetwork.org
Justin helps create welcoming activities and safe spaces where neurodivergent young adults can connect, build friendships, and feel valued.
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We are so proud to introduce Justin Jones, our incredible Activities Director at Texas All Abilities Network.
Justin is an amazing young man with a heart for inclusion. As a family member supporting a loved one with disabilities, he brings both compassion and lived experience to his role. He has a natural ability to connect with young adults who are neurodivergent, meeting them where they are and helping them feel understood, valued, and empowered.
Justin’s dedication to supporting youth and families shines in everything he does — from guiding activities to creating safe spaces for connection, friendship, and growth. His energy and empathy make him a true role model and leader in our community.
We are grateful for Justin’s commitment and excited to see the difference he continues to make through his work with Texas All Abilities Network.
Paul Lammers
Social Media Manager
Contact: social@txallabilitiesnetwork.org
Paul combines technical experience, service, and lived family experience to strengthen outreach and amplify the voices of the people and families we serve.
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As a veteran with a strong technical background and a parent of multiple children with special needs, Paul Lammers brings both lived experience and mission-driven skills to our organization. Their understanding of the special-needs community shapes how they communicate our message with clarity, empathy, and purpose. In managing our social media, he uses his technical expertise to share resources, highlight events, and amplify the voices of individuals and families we serve. Their blend of service, skill, and personal connection strengthens our outreach and helps build a more inclusive community.
Mikayla Means
Director of IT & Web Development
Contact: it@txallabilitiesnetwork.org
Mikayla combines her computer science background and IT experience with a commitment to accessible digital solutions and disability advocacy.
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Mikayla serves as the Director of IT & Web Development for the Texas All Abilities Network, combining over four years of IT experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science to develop innovative and accessible digital solutions. In this role, she merges her technical expertise with her passion for inclusion, ensuring the organization’s online resources empower individuals and create lasting impact.
Growing up with siblings who have disabilities shaped her dedication to advocacy and community support. She actively participates in Buddy Walks, Autism Walks, and other initiatives that raise awareness and champion the rights of individuals with special needs. These experiences fuel her mission to bridge gaps, foster meaningful connections, and provide resources that enable everyone to thrive.
Driven by the belief that everyone deserves the chance to succeed, Mikayla is proud to contribute to a mission that aligns deeply with her values and her commitment to building a more inclusive future.
Serving With Purpose
Our leadership and volunteer teams work together to strengthen inclusion, support families, and create meaningful opportunities across our community.