Authors & Presenters

Dr. Rebecca Brooks is an associate professor in the special education teacher preparation and graduate program in the School of Education at California State University San Marcos. She previously served as a public school special educator for grades K–12.

Jo Brown, an instructional coach and presenter, specializes in enhancing instructional practices and teacher leadership. She collaborates with educational institutions to drive improvements through professional development and coaching.

Tim Brown is an internationally recognized presenter and practitioner who specializes in helping school leaders and teachers align their school improvement efforts across an entire campus and/or district.

Jacquelyn Buchert is an instructional coach at Kildeer Countryside School District 96, a Model PLC at Work® district. She has over 10 years of experience providing personalized support to educators and students, focusing on diverse learners and inclusive practices.

Judy Curran Buck, PhD, is a consultant focused on the professional development needs of mathematics educators. She has 30 years of experience in education, serving as a teacher, professor, and principal.

Brian Buckhalter, affectionately known as Dr. Buck, is a presenter with nearly 20 years of experience. He specializes in helping teachers and students build conceptual understanding in tandem with procedural application of mathematics skills and concepts.

Paul Buckley, a consultant, has more than 30 years of experience in education. He has led learning in remote schools in Central Australia and in international schools in Shanghai, Beijing, Colombo, and Jakarta.

Kaylie Bufano is the instructional coach at Hiawatha Elementary School in Essex Junction, Vermont. Prior to this position, she served as a kindergarten teacher for 15 years.

Austin Buffum, EdD, has more than 45 years of experience in public schools. His many roles include serving as former senior deputy superintendent of the Capistrano Unified School District in California.

Norene A. Bunt, EdD, is an author and former teacher, administrator, and college instructor. She is an expert on integrating the science of reading into sound high-impact literacy instruction.