Dr. Hudson started her career in 1998 as a first grade teacher. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Jacksonville State University in addition to a doctorate of which she earned from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. While serving as a classroom teacher, she earned National Board Certification. Dr. Hudson and her husband reside in Shelby County, and they have a son and a daughter.

Ms. Cespedes has 10 years of experience in elementary education. She has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education from Grand Canyon University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education.