Melissa West is a Professional Learning and Technology Specialist with the Florida Diagnostic Learning and Resources System (FDLRS) and a former classroom teacher and assistive technology specialist. She is passionate about helping educators use practical, engaging strategies—including AI tools and RAFT prompting—to support diverse learners without adding more to their workload. Melissa loves turning big ideas into hands-on, high-energy learning experiences that help teachers work smarter, spark creativity, and design meaningful supports for all students.