Publications and Contributions
This body of work reflects a deep commitment to shaping education policy and advancing equity through leadership and collaboration. It includes leading national research efforts, facilitating briefings with policymakers, and engaging in fellowships focused on transformative social-emotional learning and systems-level change. Through global learning experiences and strategic grant work, it also demonstrates an ability to bridge classroom practice with broader policy impact—securing funding and building partnerships that support innovative, student-centered solutions
Contributed to the development of a national resource focused on creating thriving conditions in middle school math classrooms by integrating social-emotional and academic learning. This work supports teachers in embedding themes of agency, belonging, discourse, and identity into high-quality math instruction aligned to priority standards. The tool helps educators foster equitable, student-centered learning environments.
A Pathway to Equitable Math Instruction
9th Grade Ready: Expert Advice for Parents to Navigate the Year Ahead
Contributed a chapter to 9th Grade Ready: Expert Advice for Parents to Navigate the Year Ahead, offering strategies to help students overcome procrastination and reset motivation. The chapter provides practical tools for parents and educators to support student growth through reflection, open communication, and goal-setting. It emphasizes creating supportive conditions that promote engagement and build academic confidence.
10th Grade Ready: Expert Advice to Help Parents Navigate the Year Ahead
Contributed a chapter to 10th Grade Ready: Expert Advice to Help Parents Navigate the Year Ahead, focused on fostering inclusion and belonging for high school students. The chapter offers guidance to help parents support their teen’s identity development, social connections, and emotional well-being. It also addresses the nuances of peer relationships, including teen dating, within the context of building a safe and inclusive school experience.
11th Grade Ready: Expert Advice to Help Parents Navigate the Year Ahead
Contributed a chapter to 11th Grade Ready: Expert Advice to Help Parents Navigate the Year Ahead, addressing common challenges between teens and their teachers. The chapter offers practical scripts and strategies for parents to support respectful communication, conflict resolution, and deeper understanding. It emphasizes the importance of guiding students to build positive, collaborative relationships with educators.
12th Grade Ready: Expert Advice to Help Parents Navigate the Year Ahead
Contributed a chapter to 12th Grade Ready: Expert Advice to Help Parents Navigate the Year Ahead, focused on helping students build strong study skills and take ownership of their learning. The chapter offers strategies for developing consistent habits, time management, and critical thinking to support success beyond high school. It empowers parents to guide their teens toward greater independence and academic confidence.