Dr. Carlis leads the strategic vision for the design, implementation, and evaluation of Acelero, Inc.’s programs and services. Prior to joining Acelero, Inc., she was a teacher, instructional leader, and early childhood instructional model designer. Most recently, she served as principal consultant for eyemaginED, where she partnered with schools, nonprofits, and philanthropic organizations to advance systems-level educational equity. She holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from Howard University, a master’s degree in bilingual special education from The George Washington University, and a doctorate of philosophy in special education – learning disabilities from the University of Maryland, College Park. 

Dr. Carlis’ six-word memoir is “motivated by love, justice, and stories.”