These professional contributions reflect a commitment to translating research into practice. From published works to educator trainings and national conference presentations, each effort supports the development of inclusive, human-centered learning environments that foster belonging and critical consciousness.
Professional Development & Training Initiatives
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Educator-led Conversation Series Beyond Fitting in: Creating a Classroom Culture to Foster Student Belonging Mini-Session November 2025
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Educator-led Conversation Series Beyond Fitting in: Creating a Classroom Culture to Foster Student Belonging Series 1: Developing a Cycle of Critical Consciousness Spring 2024
Publications
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Beyond Fitting In: Creating a Classroom Culture to Foster Student Belonging (Doctoral dissertation, Northeastern University)
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“A Whole-School Redesign with Students at the Center” Published in Career Exploration in the Middle Grades: A Playbook for Educators June 2021 – American Student Assistance (ASA) and Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE)
Program Design & Implementation Excellence
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Development of MyCAP and Career Exploration Frameworks (Grades 6–12)
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Designed and led a middle school-to-high school pathway alignment recognized in national CCTE playbook by ASA/AMLE (2021).
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Facilitated districtwide initiatives fostering critical consciousness and belonging for educators and students.
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Presented nationally on student-centered redesign and career readiness systems.
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Served as core team member and community liaison for multi-year grant-funded school transformation efforts.
Professional Presentations and Contributions