Pam Dion brings a multifaceted understanding to Advantages that is unprecedented at any other private online school. Her experience as a highly qualified teacher, successful marketing positions in several high profile corporations and passion for technology makes Pam the strategist to launch this cutting edge option as a viable one for the student of today.

Pam clearly has the vision of blending the best curriculum with the ease of technology and provides the path for students and parents to maximize the benefits of controlling their own pace to learning in a classroom without walls and superior guidance.

Pam supervised projects with over a million dollar budget and has successfully worked with industry leaders from all over the country in her past professional settings. Pam specializes in high technology markets and passionately drives momentum to effectively blend her expertise in education with the advancements of online curriculum to provide access of all students across the nation.

Pam has successfully transferred her expertise to make a difference in her local community by spearheading several philanthropic efforts. She was instrumental in creating the very first Golden Gala for the Candlelighter's organization which to date has raised over 1.3 million dollars to help children with cancer and their families. In addition, Pam has continued her project management skills by being involved with numerous golfing charity events including Links for Life and the National Kidney Foundation. Another annual commitment that Pam takes great pride in coordinating and managing, is the Operation Rebound fund raising portion of the Nevada Silverman Iron Distance Race.  This event raises funds for permanently disabled veterans returning home from the recent conflicts in Afgahnistan and Iraq. Pam exemplifies "Giving Back" with a strong spirit and passionate heart, and hopes to be an example to others in these efforts.

Pam’s foundation in education provides expert training with excellent classroom experiences. She is a CELL certified teacher with formal training and certification of over 80 hours in California Early Literacy Learning, a program focused on continual assessment, differentiated curriculum and literacy advancement. In addition to having earned her Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, CLAD certificate, Pam effectively guides her knowledge to enhance the progress of the students that she works with.
Pam has a passion for education and for motivating students to not only set goals, but also to problem-solve and develop plans to meet those goals. As a leader in the district, Pam’s role as a site administrator allowed her to oversee curriculum development for the Sacramento START program making a significant difference in students’ lives.