About Stephanie

Stephanie Nordin is a lifelong Collier County resident, a graduate of Collier County Public Schools, and a mom of four boys currently enrolled in the district, including twins with autism.

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She has spent years working alongside families, educators, and school leaders to improve outcomes for students across Collier County. Stephanie is the Founder of the Autism Collier Resource Center and Co-Founder of Autism Collier Charter School, where she helped create real opportunities for children and families who needed additional support.

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Stephanie currently serves as Chair of the Parent Exceptional Education Resource (PEER) Committee and sits on the CCPS ESE Advisory Council. She was also appointed by Senate President Kathleen Passidomo to the Florida Advisory Council on Developmental Disabilities, where she works on issues impacting families across the state.

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Her involvement goes beyond titles. Stephanie has spent years attending school board meetings, serving on advisory committees, and learning how decisions are made, how policies are shaped, and how taxpayer dollars are spent. She understands the system because she has been part of it.

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A graduate of Leadership Collier and recipient of the 2025 Bobbie Lake Family Member Leadership and Advocacy Award, Stephanie brings real experience, strong relationships, and a deep commitment to this community.

 

She is running for Collier County School Board to put students first, support families, and keep Collier schools strong.