I would like to extend a special thanks to my family, professors, friends, and coworkers that made this educational journey a possibility. From my grandfather, Louie Field who many years ago made education important and special by taking his grandchildren to lunch when we made the honor roll in high school; to my parents, Wayne and Lois Northway, whose question was not if I was going to college, but which college was I going to attend-it is their love and support that inspired in me the value of education. This journey would not have been possible without my husband, Roger, who not only provided love and support, but also spent countless hours researching articles, developing a SFS director's database, helping me understand statistics, and making meals or cleaning the house while I studied. Even though my children, Stacy and Will were not a home, they were of immense help as they provided encouragement, support, and love as well as proofing papers or presentations and calling school districts for the director's name and e-mail address. Thanks to my brothers and sisters who understood when I was unable to be with them because I was studying.