In 2022, we grew into the amazing team you see today—filled with passionate individuals whose experience with special needs children spans teaching, parenting, volunteering, and advocacy.
We truly care about every single camper!
Together, we bring a shared commitment to inclusion, joy, and creating meaningful experiences for every participant. Our team works year-round to ensure every event is safe, supportive, and full of love—because we believe every camper deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and part of something special.
We truly care about every single camper!
Together, we bring a shared commitment to inclusion, joy, and creating meaningful experiences for every participant. Our team works year-round to ensure every event is safe, supportive, and full of love—because we believe every camper deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and part of something special.
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Mr. L.J Pace,
Director of Operation and Events L.J. is the founder and director of Camping with a Chance. He is an alumnus of the University of West Georgia who devotes a major portion of his time to serving the special needs community in Polk County and surrounding counties. He is a Registered Behavior Technician, working with children with Autism. LJ also works for Carroll County Schools as a Special Education Teacher. He has five years of experience as a special education professional and nine years of experience working with individuals with special needs.
Mrs. Jane Waldrop,
AssiStant Director of Operation and Events 
Jane is a District Onboarding and Performance Advocate for Regions Bank and serves as a director and treasurer for New Prospect Baptist Church. This is Jane's ninth year assisting in the overseeing of the organization. Jane is excited to be a part of something so spectacular for the special needs community. MRS. HALEY ROGERS,
Coordinator of operation and events 
Haley is a special education teacher at Rockmart Middle School. This is her ninth year teaching, eighth year serving Camping with a Chance. Haley loves being able to be a part of something that is so near and dear to our students with special needs and their families. She is excited to join the committee and be more involved CWAC planning from the beginning this year. Ms. rILEY godfrey,
Support Specialist of Operation and Events 
Riley is a student at the University of Georgia and serves her school and community through multiple clubs and organizations. This is Riley's seventh year volunteering with Camping with a Chance. She is delighted to be able to serve her community through Camping with a Chance. Mr. Blake cochran, COMMITTEE MEMBER
Blake is a Safety and Health Specialist at Georgia Power Plant Bowen. Blake is a Chairman with Citizens of Georgia Power where he works with various charities including the sweet cocoon, Hickory Log, and Advocates for Children. This is Blake’s third year as a CWAC volunteer and his second year on the committee. Blake dedicates a lot of his time volunteering in the community. Serving the special needs community is a passion for him. MS. Felicia Henderson, COMMITTEE MEMBER
Felicia is a Registered Behavior Technician who has been with Carroll County Schools for 25 years. The majority of her career has been spent working closely with children who have special needs. She currently works in a district level classroom where she serves students with behavior support needs. This is her 3rd year volunteering at Camping With A Chance, and her 2nd year as a committee member. She is passionate about helping everyone she works with reach their full potential. Ms. Ariana Powell, Committee Member
Ari is a special education teacher in her third year of teaching. This is her second year volunteering with Camping with a Chance and her first year serving on the committee. Ari is excited to help give the families of CWAC the assistance and love they need to have the best experience! MRS. Amber Hoyt, Committee Member
Amber Hoyt is an Exceptional Education Pre-K teacher in Bartow County. She is passionate about supporting young learners and creating meaningful opportunities for growth. This is her second year volunteering, but will be her first year working on the Camping with a Chance committee. She is thrilled to join the committee and help make a difference in the lives of children and their families. |