Where misunderstood students finally get the tools, confidence, and support they need to succeed.

I’m Lizzy Shegda, founder of SchoolHouse Collaborative. I help students who learn and process the world differently overcome frustration, build effective habits, and feel confident in their own abilities — in school and beyond.

After 10+ years in education, I’ve seen the same story again and again:
A capable student struggles, adults misinterpret the behavior, and the child begins to believe they’re “behind,” “difficult,” or “not good at school.”
None of that is true.

I meet every student exactly where they are — their pace, their strengths, their needs — and help them build the skills, mindset, and confidence to move forward.

My work focuses on:
• executive functioning coaching
• behavior support
• navigating IEPs/504s
• improving communication between school and home

Because when a child feels understood, everything changes.

SchoolHouse Collaborative exists to give families clarity, students confidence, and schools a partner who knows how to bridge the gap.

If your child is bright but struggling… if you’re exhausted from trying to figure it out alone… you don’t have to anymore.
You’re in the right place.

Shifting perspectives. Building confidence. Changing outcomes.

What Families Say

  • Lizzy Shegda is nothing short of a miracle worker! When our son Cash first met her, he had just been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and OCD. Needless to say we were scrambling, trying to do our best as parents to help guide our son with all of this new information ,each of us learning along the way. It had gotten to a point where we had to pull him from his original school due to the fact that their special ed teacher did not know what to do with our son. He was melting down daily, throwing things, hitting himself, and lashing out at others. He rarely made it to 11 o’clock without me having to come get him from school. It even got so bad that he was telling us at five years old, that he didn’t want to be here anymore, a parents worst nightmare, and asking why he wasn’t like the other kids. To say we were devastated ,and at a loss for what to do would be an understatement. Luckily for us, we were told about a new program that Cash could be eligible for at another school across town, that allowed him to be in a general education classroom, while going for emotional support as needed. We clung to the news like a life raft! Our son was extremely bright, and it was important to us that he was able to learn and be educated among his peers. From the first moment we met Lizzy, we knew she was an answer to our prayers! Cash was his usual silly self, climbing upside down under the table, trying to get a reaction, asking Lizzy if he could do his work under the table. Without blinking, she told him that she didn’t care where he did his work as long as he got it done, he was not expecting that answer ha ha! From that moment forward, a bond was formed between them. Cash knew that Lizzy‘s classroom was a safe space for him, when his world was spinning out of control. With her guidance, and the help of her support staff, we were amazed to watch the growth of our son over the four years that he was with her. One of the very first things she told us was that each child was unique in their own way, and that she would meet them where they were, and help them grow in a way that was best for them. It was this approach, along with steady boundaries, and lots of hugs that helped our son become more independent, and learn the coping skills that he still uses to this day at 14. Lizzy has stayed a part of our lives through the years constantly checking in on Cash, and we consider her a friend for life! It takes a special person to help children like our son achieve their greatest potential, and we thank God every day for placing Lizzy Shegda in our path!

    - Joanna & Ken S, Parents

  • I met Ms. Shegda in Kindergarten after I moved schools. My previous school, a preschool intervention classroom for kids with special needs, constantly restrained me and mistreated me. They didn’t care about me or my needs. That all changed when I met Ms. Shegda. She was kind and supportive. We worked on how to manage my emotions and how to stay calm. It changed my life. She also inspired me to want to be a teacher for special needs classes when I grow up. Before Ms. Shegda, I used to struggle with managing my behaviors. But now, I actually get to learn and grow and play with friends. Thank you for changing my life.

    - Minos I., Student

  • As a mom of a child with substantial disabilities and behavior support needs, I can not find words to fully describe the impact Lizzie Shegda had on our lives and my child’s educational trajectory. She is one of the most compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated educators we’ve ever encountered. Her ability to see the strengths in a child and create tailored strategies that truly work made an extraordinary difference in my child’s ability to attend and excel in school. She has a deep understanding of special education, and she tireless advocates for a student’s needs. Her guidance was life-changing for our family. I highly recommend her as a consultant; she will be an incredible asset to provide creative and personalized plans for a child, and she will be able to support families in navigating the education system.

    -   Nicole B, Parent

  • Lizzy Shegda, or "Shegda" as my son has lovingly called her since Kindergarten, has a true heart and talent for working with children with special needs. I have specifically seen her natural connection with children who have Down syndrome. I have, more than once, referred to her as the DS whisperer. Her calm demeanor never wavers and has won over the most captious of clients. I have seen Shegda in action in the school setting, in a summer camp environment, and in the home. She connects with kids and finds ways to motivate and understand them on their terms. This, however, is not to say that she is a pushover. Shedga's kids know when she is serious, when behaviors are unacceptable, or when lines have been crossed. Lizzy Shegda made her classroom a place where kids knew that they were safe, knew what was expected of them, and knew they were loved.

    -   Erica C, Parent

  • Wow, what can I say about this amazing woman. First I would like to thank her for everything she has done for me and my family. I met Ms. Shegda in elementary school at Belle Hall Elementary. She was my amazing teacher and she helped me learn to become the better person I am today. Yes, I was not perfect, but she helped me a lot. She is willing to help and do whatever it takes for her kids. She has never told me anything wrong. We have some of the funniest pictures and memories together that I will never forget. And if you tell her that your child has an event coming up, she will be there. I just graduated high school, and she has been my number-one supporter since I left elementary school. I can always count on her. One quote she told me was to “never give up and always have a second plan,” and I will always remember that. One of our favorite memories from elementary school was when we took a field trip to Sonic because it was my favorite fast-food restaurant — and some of the other students’ favorite as well. I know that if she gets the opportunity to work with students again, she would be great and you would not regret it.

    -Niasia W, Student