Dr. Christy Miller is a two-time graduate of the College of Saint Rose with a dual degree BS in early childhood education and early childhood special education, and an MEd in professional special education. She also completed a Ph.D. in special education with high distinction at Liberty University. Her dissertation research focused on a gap in the research within the bleeding disorders community: the impact of inherited bleeding disorders on social-emotional learning. With more than 20 years of experience as a teacher, coach, and supervisor, Christy is passionate about early childhood and disability advocacy. Having been diagnosed with FVII deficiency as an adult and her children having a mix of FVII deficiency and a platelet function disorder, she is heavily involved with her local bleeding disorders community, also serving on the board of CHES. She lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, four children, cats, and chickens. In her spare time, she enjoys sewing, reading, traveling, Lego building, and gardening. Her love of Lego has led her to work on becoming a LEGO® Serious Play ® Certified Facilitator to help businesses plan for change and growth while building strong, connected teams.