In this episode of Field Notes, guest host and past president Lauren Eardley sits down with our new president, Kirsten Myers, to explore her presidential theme: United Today, Stronger Tomorrow.   They discuss what it means to be united as an intentional community of special education leaders, leveraging a collective voice to overcome the isolation that often comes with the role. The conversation goes deeper, addressing the responsibility of building a "stronger tomorrow" by moving beyond the status quo, challenging ableism, and advocating for meaningful outcomes for students, families, and staff.   Kirsten and Lauren share personal stories about their leadership journeys, how they overcame initial intimidation, and how the relationships and collaborative courage within MAASE have shaped them. This episode is a call to action for every member to contribute their voice, ensuring that no one leads alone and that together, the community can advance what should be.