Dawn Warburton is both trained and passionate in the advocacy department. As executive director and founder, Dawn started Oak Tree Academy in 2005. Dawn has her own experience academically searching for help for both her sibling and her son. This allowed her to see the many struggles, challenges and obstacles herself.
​Upon experiencing these challenges, she became determined to help as many special needs parents as she possibly could. ​

To help increase her effectiveness, Dawn received advocacy training with the Federation for Children with Special Needs by Pete and Pam Wright of Wrights Law. Additionally, she received Individual Education Plan Facilitation Training with the Mass Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education. She also holds an associate and bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in Special Education from Lesley University. These helped provide her with more tools and skills to overcome any obstacles in her or your way. 

To further improve and sharpen her skills, Dawn is enrolled in a Doctorate in Educational Leadership program and the Certificate in Early Education Leadership (CEEL) with Harvard University. She once again plans to use these newfound skills and information to help all parents and children in need. 
​ Not only is Dawn formally trained, but she has been working one-on-one with parents since 2005. 

While public schools are not designed to accommodate special needs children, Dawn has worked with parents to achieve the best possible outcome and environment. Dawn has enjoyed helping families on an individual basis, but is now looking to help globally with this difficult situation. 
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