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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT



   FOCUSED, PRACTICAL, REAL-LIFE SOLUTIONS


In the face of today’s leadership and teaching pressures, staff shortages, budget concerns and most importantly our student needs – implementing effective and practical professional development is as vital as ever. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Blackburn has developed a custom suite of developmental tools and workshops that have delivered results across the globe for leaders, teachers and schools. Ranked #7 worldwide guru in education and best-selling author of over 30 books, sessions are designed ALWAYS with school improvement and student growth as the outcome. 


Internationally known for her inspirational, dynamic, and interactive style, Dr. Barbara Blackburn provides a personalized and customized solution to meet your needs through a variety of on-site and virtual training methods. As a former teacher, principal, and professor - Dr. Blackburn's approach is constructed with both the knowledge of each sector and the ability to guide via personal experience at each level.


Whether you are interested in enhancing your primary, elementary, middle, or high school Barbara has taught in each and can provide simple, practical tools that can be implemented the very next day.


Customizable Solutions Include:

Read Dr. Blackburn's articles for  teachers or leaders, browse the other free resources and review possible solutions to your challenges as well as the testimonials of those who have experienced the difference she made in their schools scattered throughout then contact Dr. Blackburn.

Dr. Blackburn will listen to your goals and work with you to design a customized and self-reinforcing program that will impress your educator and leaders alike.

CONTACT DR. BLACKBURN FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BOOK A SESSION

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 Based on her doctoral work related to best practices in professional development, Dr. Blackburn believes the more comprehensive your plan,

 the more successful you will be. 

 

 Prior to any professional development, you’ll discuss your needs with Dr. Blackburn, and she will provide options, ranging from a single session   with recommendations for follow-up to a comprehensive plan, which may include book studies, small group focus sessions (on-site or online),

 or resources to be implemented by the school or district. 

 

 Dr. Blackburn's overall goal: focused, professional, practical solutions to address your individual needs.

 

 Dr. Blackburn's influence is widespread. Discover more about Dr. Blackburn's education and real-world experience, read and hear what others   have to say about their experience with her and then contact Dr. Blackburn and begin working toward your vision-not just a boxed solution.

“Dr. Blackburn’s presentation to the staff of Accomack County Public Schools was not only meaningful, it was inspirational. Information provided was easily transferable to daily classroom best practices while assisting teachers in their efforts to meet the individual needs of ALL students.” 

-  Dr. Rhonda Hall, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction -



“Dr. Barbara Blackburn is an amazing presenter who engages her participants, while reinforcing the importance of rigor in our daily lessons. Through the integration of multiple activities, Dr. Blackburn both models and teaches rigor. She is an outstanding teacher, presenter, 

and keynote speaker.

A ‘must see’ for those interested committed to student learning and improving student performance.”

Cathy Keegan, Co-President, PA Learning Forward


READ FEEDBACK ON DR. BLACKBURN'S WORK

A Principal Shares Barbara's Style & Impact

FOCUSED, PRACTICAL, REAL-LIFE SOLUTIONS

Below you'll see a three minute video of a principal describing the multi-level program that she and Dr. Blackburn designed.

After the video you'll have a chance to see some of the various methods and media Barbara can craft for your unique situation.


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