Authors & Presenters

Darcy Kraus is an independent educational consultant with over 37 years of experience specializing in building- and district-level leadership.

Janice L. Krouse, EdD, has over 25 years of experience in mathematics education. Her teaching and leadership emphasizes teachers’ use of collaboration and higher-order thinking in the classroom, instructional strategies, and formative assessment.

Kathleen Kryza is a master teacher, consultant, and coach who has presented highly practical, brain-based, and inspirational workshops internationally for more than 25 years.

Jasmine K. Kullar, EdD, is an assistant superintendent for Cobb County School District, the second-largest school district in Georgia. She has expertise in building professional learning communities, as well as school leadership.

Greg Kushnir is an educational leader and presenter with over three decades of dedicated service in public education, specializing in oral language, reading, and writing disabilities. He is committed to enhancing educational outcomes for all students.

Crystal Kuykendall, PhD, JD, is the founder and president of Kreative and Innovative Resources for Kids (K.I.R.K), Inc., which provides crucial services to those who guide youth at risk toward a positive future.

David LaRose is an education coach and presenter specializing in PLCs, RTI, leadership, and organizational culture. He is former superintendent for Culver City Unified School District in California.

Dr. Jamie Lakey is a middle school principal dedicated to transforming her second campus into a Model PLC at Work® school. With deep expertise in instructional and assessment design, Dr. Lakey focuses on creating professional learning that leads to effective implementation and sustainable change.

Scott A. Laliberte is a career educational leader, presenter, and leadership coach with over 35 years of experience. He believes passionately in the impact school leaders have on both student learning and the long-term sustainability of educational systems.

Debra Lane, EdD, has been a teacher and administrator for more than 30 years in the United States and abroad. She has led several schools as principal, including Shanghai American School, one of the world's leading international schools.