Maria Paiewonsky, EdD, is a Program Manager/Transition Specialist for the Education and Transition team at ICI. Her work is primarily focused on professional development and research that promotes transition and postsecondary education leadership and effective practices. Maria works with policy makers, practitioners, families and students on a number of state and local initiatives. In addition, Maria coordinates several related research activities including her own research that involves demonstrating and promoting inclusive research, evaluation and dissemination with individuals with intellectual disabilities.