Malissa A. Scheuring Leipold, Ed.D. is a full professor of education at Iona University, where she teaches courses in introductory general and special education and oversees the educational leadership program. Her scholarship focuses on issues related to education policy, administration, leadership, and organizational behavior. She is also a published children's book author. Thomas M. Callahan, D.P.S. is the director of mathematics and science (K-12) for the Pelham Public School District in Pelham, New York. He is also an adjunct professor of education at Iona University. He holds certifications in New York State as a school district leader, school business administrator, and in the content-specific areas of Earth science, biology, and chemistry. His research interests include pre-service and in-service professional development in education and efforts promoting early exposure and access to STEM for all students.

