Lauren Artino, Director of Student Services
With over 20 years of teaching experience in the field of Special Education, Lauren has a passion for creating quality programming opportunities for students in special programs. Lauren is an Ohio native and graduated from Ashland University with a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education in 2001. Her background includes teaching elementary and secondary students in Ohio, New Mexico, and Colorado. She was recognized as the Charter School Educator of the Year in 2019 and went on to participate in Relay Graduate School’s Special Education Leadership Academy the following year. Lauren remains committed to serving the students, staff, and families of Mountain Song and fostering a school culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. When not working, she enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time with her family.