Shoney is a member of the Horizons Team and is located in the Southeast Region. She brings 28 years of experience to her role as a Pre-ETS specialist, including more than a decade spent in special education leadership. In addition to her district-level leadership, Shoney served as a DESE Transition Liaison for nine years, supporting school teams across Missouri in developing strong transition programs. She holds a Master’s in Educational Administration from Missouri Baptist University, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Webster University, and a bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Southeast Missouri State University. Her work reflects a lifelong commitment to equipping students with the confidence, tools, and experiences they need to succeed in adulthood.