Ex Ed Program Manager Recognized at the 2024 IDEA Conference

Maggie Gedebou (second individual from left to right) receiving the Secondary Transition Services Award at the 2024 IDEA Conference. To her right is Alissa Trollinger, the Deputy Associate Superintendent of Exceptional Student Services (ESS) at the Arizona Department of Education (ADE). To her left is Angela Odom, the Senior Director of Program Support and Monitoring at ADE ESS, and Dr. Sabrina Salmon, TUSD’s Senior Director of the Exceptional Education Department.

Maggie Gedebou, a dedicated Program Manager at Tucson Unified School District (TUSD), has been honored with the Secondary Transition Services award at the annual IDEA Conference. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of secondary transition, helping students with disabilities prepare for successful post-secondary outcomes.

With over two decades of experience in secondary transition at TUSD, Maggie has held various roles, consistently demonstrating her expertise and commitment to student success. In her current position, she oversees Community Transition Programs, providing students with disabilities valuable opportunities to develop essential skills for life after high school. Maggie Gedebou holding her award and standing between Vito Peppetoni, the Region 1 Assistant Director, and Dr. Sabrina Salmon, the Senior Director of the Exceptional Education Department.

Maggie Gedebou holding her award and standing between Vito Peppetoni, the Region 1 Assistant Director, and Dr. Sabrina Salmon, the Senior Director of the Exceptional Education Department.

Maggie's leadership, knowledge, and organizational skills are invaluable assets to TUSD. Her dedication to her work and her ability to create meaningful experiences for students make her a true inspiration. We congratulate Maggie Gedebou on this well-deserved recognition and celebrate her contributions to the field of special education.