Publications & Resources

Effective, meaningful feedback is the key to student engagement and improving instructional practices. The CRAFT Protocol guides educators and leaders to engage in collaborative reflection, discussion, and ideation regarding the actionable steps needed to improve student learning mastery and engagement

The UDL for SEL is a research-based, data-driven guide centralized on aligning the core competencies of SEL and the three neural networks of the Universal Design for Learning (CAST, 2018). Based on my research, This guide provides relevant, actionable strategies for educators and leaders to implement and assess their progression from Beginner to Leader levels of UDL for SEL implementation and students' progression toward expert learning and ownership.

Write to Thrive: the effects of Expressive Interactive Journaling (EIJ) on word fluency in middle school students

Reed, D. (2022). The Effects of Expressive Interactive Journaling on Word Fluency in Seventh-Grade English Language Arts Students. Creative Education, 13, 1737-1759.

Reed, D. and Sheridan, K. (2021) Perceptions of Directly Targeting SEL Learning Skills in Public Education. Creative Education, 12, 2765-2779. DOI: 10.4236/ce.2021.1211204.

Looking for tips and resources to share with parents/guardians/caregivers regarding how to address SEL competencies and skills at home? Check out my infographics that are a great resource for your next Parent Night.

What is it that truly motivates students? Why are some moved by things while others could care less? Check out this infographic for some insight.

Leadership, advocacy for special populations, establishing community partnerships are three key areas in which many schools and districts need improvement. This infographic features vital information based on the work of Knackendoffel, Dettmer & Thurston.

Collaboration is the key to connecting the purpose, people, and progress of our schools. This infographic is also available in an extended professional development session offered by me. Check out the infographic and contact me to schedule your next professional development.

What does collaboration REALLY mean? As educators and leaders, we know without question that collaboration is the most important action we can perform in service to ourselves, our teams, our students, and our communities. Do we truly understand how? This infographic sheds some light on the partnership and necessary procedures for true and effective collaboration.