Our Team

Wendy Cox, Owner

Early Intervention Director

My name is Wendy Cox, and I graduated from Francis Marion University in 1999 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. I began my career teaching third grade at Walker Gamble Elementary School before stepping away from the classroom to focus on my growing family after the birth of our first child.

When our oldest child was two years old, I founded Doodle Buzz Academy, a licensed child care center and South Carolina First Steps 4K provider. For 16 years, I proudly owned and operated Doodle Buzz Academy, serving children and families in our community with a strong commitment to early childhood education.

After the birth of our youngest son, Eli, who was born with Down syndrome, my passion for early intervention grew in a deeply personal way. Through Eli’s journey and the incredible support of his early interventionist, I witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact early intervention services can have on children and families. I also recognized the tremendous need for these services in the area where I live.

From that inspiration, Beyond The Stars Early Intervention was born. My mission is to help children and families realize that abilities are limitless and that every child — including those with developmental delays and special needs — has the potential to thrive and reach beyond the stars.

Today, I live in Lake City with my husband, Neil Cox, and our nine children.

Shelley Floyd

Early Intervention Supervisor

My name is Shelley Floyd, and I am from New Zion, SC. I graduated from Francis Marion university in 2008 with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. Prior to joining this team, I taught in the classroom for 12 years; teaching 4K, 5K, 1st grade, and 3rd grade. I love working with young children and helping the learn and grow. My oldest daughter was born 15 weeks early and has cerebral palsy and autism. As a mother of a child (now a young adult) with special needs I am very passionate about the importance of early intervention and am so excited about the opportunity to work with other families and children to help them reach their maximum potential. In my spare time, I enjoy baking and spending time with my husband, our five children, our son in law, and our sweet grandbabies.

Lisa McDonald

Early Interventionist

My name is Lisa McDonald and I am a Registered Nurse from Lake City, SC. My husband and I have 2 adult children and 4 amazing grandchildren. In our spare time, we enjoy outdoor activities, such as boating, fishing and spending as much time as possible with family. My nursing career began in 1989 when I graduated from Florence Darling Technical College with an Associate Degree in Nursing. Years later, I returned to college and in 2009, I graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Over 35 year In healthcare have afforded me the opportunity to serve both adult and pediatric populations in a variety of arenas. Early in my nursing career, I worked with SC DHEC engaging in a variety of public health services, including maternal and child health services. It was in the public health arena that I was given the opportunity to care for expectant mothers, monitoring their health and teaching healthy maternal practices. I cared for babies and children through performing newborn home visits and assessments, performing developmental assessments, and engaging in plans and interventions to address developmental delays. Today, this work is known as Early Intervention and I am delighted to continue serving our community through this work at Beyond the Stars Early Intervention

Kristin Floyd

Early Interventionist

Find a job you love, and you'll never have to work a day in your life." How blessed and fortunate I am that this expression rings true in my life! My name is Kristin Phillips Floyd, and I am from Lake City, SC. I graduated from Francis Marion University in 2009 with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. I also have a Master of Education in Literacy from Coker College and a Montessori credential. Prior to joining this amazing team, I taught in the classroom for 14 years; teaching 4K, 5K, and 1st grade. I am extremely passionate about teaching children, and my career has always been an enjoyable and fulfilling experience for me. I believe in the power of early intervention and support for children's development. I have seen firsthand the positive impact that a nurturing and educat1onal environment can have on a child's growth and well-being. Overall, I am driven by the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and help them reach their full potential. In my free time, I love spending time with my husband and our four children. I also enjoy developing lessons and activities that will make learning as meaningful and captivating as possible for little ones. It would be a pleasure to work with your child!

Deanna McBrayer

Early Interventionist

My name is Deanna McBrayer, and I am from Scranton, SC. I am a recent graduate of Francis Marion University with a bachelor’s in early childhood education. I have chosen early intervention in hopes of being able to help members of my community and give children the tools they need to reach their full potential. When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Cameron, reading, and going on walks with my pups. "Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood." - Fred Rogers

Annsley Goodwin

Early Interventionist

My name is Annsley Goodwin and I'm from Darlington, SC. I graduated from Clemson University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a minor in Youth Development Studies. I have always had a passion for working with children, so when I first learned about Early Intervention in a class I took at Clemson, I knew it was a field that I would truly enjoy being a part of. I am extremely excited that I am able to be a participant in helping children reach their full potential. In my free time, my favorite things to do are spending time with my family and friends, watching my favorite shows, and spending time in the sun¬ especially at the beach!

Jocelyn Calcutt

Early Interventionist

My name is Jocelyn Calcutt, and I'm from Pamplico, SC. I graduated with a degree in Early Childhood Education from Francis Marion University in 2020. I have always loved working with children, and I am beyond excited to begin this journey helping children reach their goals and milestones. In my free time, I enjoy reading, spending time outside with my family, and going on adventures with my husband and my dog.

Jennifer Prosser

Early Interventionist

My name is Jennifer Prosser and I am from Lake City, SC. I am a wife, mother of three sons and two daughters-in-law, and “Lolly” to two grandchildren! I enjoy reading, going to the beach, and watching nature from my back porch. I have a BS in Early Childhood Education and have completed Early Childhood Montessori Training. After spending 30 years in the classroom, I am excited to take my experience to children in a more personalized setting.

Stephanie Evans

Early Interventionist

My name is Stephanie Brown Evans, and I am from Kingstree, SC. I received my undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education in 1989 and a master's degree in special education in 2012 from FMU. I have 25+ years of teaching experience. I have taught in both independent and public school settings over the course of my career. I have taught a variety of ages and abilities. I am most proud of being the teacher for differently abled 3 to 5 year olds. Being a part of their growth and seeing their progress is so very rewarding. L am excited about being a part of the Beyond the Stars Early intervention Team and being able to work with children one on one. I am a big believer in meeting children where they are and providing developmentally appropriate strategies and interventions to help them grow and progress in their own time. My husband David and I have been married for JS years and have two children and three beautiful grandchildren. Some of my favorite things are reading, spending time with our family and going to the beach. My ultimate enjoyment is being able to do all three at the same time.

Emily Beth Gladden

Early Interventionist

Hello! My name is Emily Beth Gladden, and I am from Lake City, SC. I graduated from Regent University in Virginia Beach with my bachelor's degree in psychology and a minor in Christianity and culture. Since graduation, I have worked in ABA as a Behavioral Therapist where I helped kids of all ages with autism meet their goals and overcome some of life's challenges. I have always had a passion for helping kids grow and develop into who they strive to become. My family is my biggest blessing, and they are so important to me. I got married to my wonderful husband, Austin, in 2023 and the blessed mother of two. I am excited to use my passion of family, kids, and developmental psychology to work every day towards blossoming little minds!

Our Team

Wendy Cox, Owner

Shelley Floyd

Lisa McDonald

Kristin Floyd

Deanna McBrayer

Annsley Goodwin

Jocelyn Calcutt

Jennifer Prosser

Stephanie Evans

Emily Beth Gladden

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