Education & Schools Expert Witnesses
The SEAK Expert Witness Directory contains a comprehensive list of education & schools expert witnesses who testify, consult and provide litigation support on education & schools and related issues. Education & schools expert witnesses and consultants on this page may form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, and provide expert witness testimony at deposition and trial. The issues and subjects these education & schools expert witnesses testify regarding may include: Special Education, Title Ix, School Safety, Sexual Abuse, Bullying, Child Abuse, Iep, Sexual Harassment, Autism, Child Sexual Abuse, Negligent Supervision, Due Process, Education, Grooming, and Harassment.
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Jon D. Sand, Ed.D., M.S.
K-12 Education Standard of Care & Supervision
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Standard of Care, Student & Staff Supervision, School Safety & Security, Playground Safety, Mandated Reporting, General & Special Education, IDEA / IEPs - Disabilities, Discipline Policies & Justice, Child Abuse, Child Sexual Abuse, Human Resources, Wrongful Termination, Staff Dev'l & Trainings, Board Policies & Regulations
Introduction
Dr. Jon D. Sand brings more than 35 years of direct pre-K–12 experience to his work as an independent educational expert and consultant. He earned his Doctor of Education in K-12 Educational Leadership from USC, a Master of Science in Special Education from California Lutheran University, and a Bachelor of Arts from UCLA. He holds the full complement of teaching and administrative credentials for his field and advanced certifications in district operations. His expertise spans general and special education; due process; special needs eligibility and case management; human resources; school site safety and student supervision; personnel evaluation; and district governance and operations.
Dr. Sand is recognized for his depth in curriculum, instruction, and assessment and for an exemplary record at every level of the profession. He has served with distinction as a classroom teacher—selected as a National Teacher of the Year by the Amgen Foundation – master and mentor teach...
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Julie Hall, Ph.D.
School Sexual Abuse Expert
Education & Schools, Child Abuse
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school, sexual harassment, sexual abuse, child, student, Title IX, Title 9, mandatory reporting, school liability, student sexual abuse, standard of care, sexual misconduct, grooming, student safety, bullying, sex discrimination, child sexual abuse, defense expert, plaintiff expert, negligant hiring
20+ years as Professor and Director of an Educational Leadership Ph.D./Ed.D. Program. Experienced expert. Multi-award-winning teacher. Expert on state and federal mandates in hiring, supervision, retention, and prevention of educator sexual misconduct directed toward students in schools and other settings. Retained nationwide by plaintiffs and defendants on numerous abuse claims from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and through the present.
For over two decades, taught doctoral and master’s degree students (who were K-12 superintendents, principals, teachers, coaches, counselors, and leaders of youth-serving organizations) to assess their operations, policies, and procedures in relation to mandatory reporting, federal law, other statutes, and best practices in student sexual abuse prevention. Taught Title IX (including statutes, regulations, and administrative guidelines), monitored Title IX program compliance, and was appointed by D'Youville University as a Title IX Task Force Member.
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Adam Bruno, PsyD, LMFT, LEP
Psychology and Education Expert - Dual Licensed
Psychology, Education & Schools
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Autism, PTSD, ADHD, Assistive Technology, IEP, Individualized Education Plan, Due Process, Special Education, Psychoeducational Assessment, Neurodivergence, Abuse, Trauma, Custody, LGBTQIA+, LGBTQ, Parental Alienation, Education, Parenting
Dr. Adam Bruno is a licensed educational psychologist and a licensed marriage and family therapist. He has been working in the mental health field since 2006. Dr. Bruno specializes in the evaluation and treatment of both children and adults with autism, ADHD, trauma, intellectual disability, parental alienation, and other psychological disorders. Dr. Bruno currently has a private practice in Los Angeles where he provides services to children and adults online and in his office. He also provides services to children in schools.
Dr. Bruno has given multiple trainings on disabilities, the IEP process, and provision of services to both providers and parents of children with disabilities. He is currently on the advisory board at Special Needs Network.
As an expert witness, Dr. Bruno has multiple areas of expertise and has taken cases in multiple states. He is able to work both virtually and in person, and can conduct psychological, educational, and custody reviews and evaluations.
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Jon D. Sand, Ed.D., M.S.
K-12 Education Standard of Care & Supervision
Thousand Oaks, California
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Standard of Care, Student & Staff Supervision, School Safety & Security, Playground Safety, Mandated Reporting, General & Special Education, IDEA / IEPs - Disabilities, Discipline Policies & Justice, Child Abuse, Child Sexual Abuse, Human Resources, Wrongful Termination, Staff Dev'l & Trainings, Board Policies & Regulations
Introduction
Dr. Jon D. Sand brings more than 35 years of direct pre-K–12 experience to his work as an independent educational expert and consultant. He earned his Doctor of Education in K-12 Educational Leadership from USC, a Master of Science in Special Education from California Lutheran University, and a Bachelor of Arts from UCLA. He holds the full complement of teaching and administrative credentials for his field and advanced certifications in district operations. His expertise spans general and special education; due process; special needs eligibility and case management; human resources; school site safety and student supervision; personnel evaluation; and district governance and operations.
Dr. Sand is recognized for his depth in curriculum, instruction, and assessment and for an exemplary record at every level of the profession. He has served with distinction as a classroom teacher—selected as a National Teacher of the Year by the Amgen Foundation – master and mentor teach...
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Joseph S Schwartzberg, Ed.D.
Special Education Expert Witness
Vista, California
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Special Education, standards of care for children with disabilities, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Fully credentialed/certified in special education. Administrative credentials in both NY and California. Served as a classroom teacher and Principal in schools designed to serve special populations as well as general education/mainstream environments. Served as Senior SELPA Director. Taught university classes designed to prepare prospective special education teachers. Developed and implemented agreements with other agencies with responsibilities to persons with disabilities. Development , implementation and evaluation of special education programs. Establish protocols for standards of care for students with disabilities. Expertise and trial testimony experience in matters concerning school safety and child abuse.
Special Education Expert witness . Particular expertise in issues related to the standards of care for children with disabilities. Extensive experience testifying in state and federal court on matters concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Secti...
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Stephen Bucheli Bayne, Ed.D.
K-12 School Safety, Security, and Risk Management
Framework Synergy Solutions LLC
Jurupa Valley, California
School Safety, Education & Schools
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K-12 School Safety, K-12 School Security, K-12 School Emergency Preparedness, K-12 School Risk Management, K-12 School Law Enforcement, School Standard of Care, School Security Guards, Student Supervision Cases, Student Assault Cases, K-12 Physical Security Cases, School Lawsuit Analysis, School Lawsuit Evaluation
Stephen Bucheli Bayne, Ed.D. is a highly experienced K–12 school safety and risk management expert with over 37 years of direct, real-world K-12 public education experience spanning school law enforcement, school risk management, school emergency preparedness, and campus safety operations.
For more than two decades (2005-2026), Dr. Bayne operated at the intersection of school operations and civil litigation, overseeing tort liability claims, coordinating defense strategy with legal counsel, and evaluating matters involving negligent supervision, negligent retention, negligent training, and standard of care in K–12 environments. His work played a direct role in shaping litigation strategy, guiding settlement decisions, and strengthening risk mitigation practices within public schools.
Dr. Bayne’s expertise was distinguished by his hands-on operational background. In 1989, he began his career in school policing, serving in progressive leadership roles from police officer to police c...
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ANDREA D LORANT, MA
EDUCATION CONSULTANT/SPECIAL EDUCATION
WEST HILLS, California
Education & Schools
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CHILD CUSTODY, SPECIAL EDUCATION, ADA, INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, REGIONAL CENTERS, EARLY INTERVENTION, RESIDENTIAL PLACEMENTS, LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT, TRANSITION SERVICES, ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION, PROGRAM/SERVICES EVALUATIONS, SPECIAL EDUCATION ELIGIBILITY, AUTISM
22 YEARS AS A CONFERENCE PRESENTER ON DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL EDUCATION TOPICS
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Candace D Perez, Ed.D
Candace
Chino Hills, California
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Special Education, school personnel, education policy
Summary of Expertise:
Experienced School District Administrator serving public education since 2002.
Professional practice includes: Superintendent of a K-12 school system, State Special Education Director for Oregon, School District Special Education Director, public school Administrator, and classroom teacher.
My experience and background include:
Responsible for Special Education implementation in public schools including Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Implementation of State and Federal guidelines for instructional practices and placement options for students who experience disabilities.
Implementing Policies and procedures for students who experience disabilities in public and private schools.
Training and implementation of regulations and requirements to school administrators, licensed educators, paraprofessionals, and parents.
Leading systems improvement initiatives.
Managing Human Resou...
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Timothy E Staycer, M.A.
Expert in Special Ed and Sports Injury Prevention
Encinitas, California
Education & Schools, Athletic Training
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Qualifying SPED, IEP , Football, Helmet Safety, Athletic Program Supervision, Student Safety, training safely, High School Coaching, Supervision, Sports Safety, IDEA, Equipment safety, teaching pedagogy, Youth FB, Standard of Care , Concussion Safety, Expert for HS Football, Coaching Standards Expert Witness, Learning Strategies
Educator and Coach with over 30 years of experience in Special Education, Athletics and Teacher’s Union Leadership. I am Certified in Education and coaching K-12 with an MA in Special Education and Teaching experience in both Middle School and High School settings.
Experienced educational leader and advocate with over a decade of union leadership, including three years as President of the San Dieguito Faculty Association (SDFA). Proven ability to lead complex negotiations, resolve disputes, and navigate legal protocols in educational settings. Skilled in public speaking, policy development, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong track record of representing faculty interests and upholding contractual and legal standards. Adept at building consensus, drafting official communications, and leading multi-level committees to effect policy change and support member needs
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Expertise in working with students with emotional and learning disabilities, designing Individualized Education P...
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Adam Bruno, PsyD, LMFT, LEP
Psychology and Education Expert - Dual Licensed
SHERMAN OAKS, California
Psychology, Education & Schools
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Autism, PTSD, ADHD, Assistive Technology, IEP, Individualized Education Plan, Due Process, Special Education, Psychoeducational Assessment, Neurodivergence, Abuse, Trauma, Custody, LGBTQIA+, LGBTQ, Parental Alienation, Education, Parenting
Dr. Adam Bruno is a licensed educational psychologist and a licensed marriage and family therapist. He has been working in the mental health field since 2006. Dr. Bruno specializes in the evaluation and treatment of both children and adults with autism, ADHD, trauma, intellectual disability, parental alienation, and other psychological disorders. Dr. Bruno currently has a private practice in Los Angeles where he provides services to children and adults online and in his office. He also provides services to children in schools.
Dr. Bruno has given multiple trainings on disabilities, the IEP process, and provision of services to both providers and parents of children with disabilities. He is currently on the advisory board at Special Needs Network.
As an expert witness, Dr. Bruno has multiple areas of expertise and has taken cases in multiple states. He is able to work both virtually and in person, and can conduct psychological, educational, and custody reviews and evaluations.
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Steven M. Elias, PhD
Dean - Higher Education Employment and Governance
Academic Consulting Services, LLC
Durango, Colorado
Education & Schools, Employment
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Higher Education, Faculty Affairs, Due Process, Tenure and Promotion, Faculty Termination, Administrator Termination, Non-Renewal of Faculty, Policy Compliance, Faculty Contracts, Administrative Decision-Making, Wrongful Termination (Higher Education), Employment Litigation (Higher Education), Breach of Contract
Dr. Steven Elias serves as an expert witness in higher-education litigation involving tenure and promotion, faculty and administrator terminations or non-renewals, due-process claims, policy and procedure compliance, and institutional grievance processes. His work focuses on evaluating the reasonableness of institutional decision-making, adherence to governing policies, and alignment with accepted practices in higher education.
Dr. Elias currently serves as a sitting Dean at an AACSB accredited public university, where he has direct responsibility for faculty personnel decisions, including hiring, contract renewal and non-renewal, workload assignments, tenure and promotion decisions, and administrative roles. His experience includes interpreting and applying institutional policies, managing institutional decision making processes, and making decisions under budgetary, performance, and organizational constraints. His expertise includes distinguishing between administrative discretio...
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Adam Collins, PhD
School Bullying & Harassment Expert
Envision Zero Bullying
Centennial, Colorado
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, Standard of Care, Accepted Professional Standards, School Liability, MTSS, PBIS, Deliberate Indifference, Hostile Environment, Student Discipline, School Climate, Program Fidelity, Retaliation, School Policy, Negligent Supervision, Physical Assasult, School Training, Staff Development, Title VI
Dr. Collins is a doctoral-level school psychologist and systems strategist with nearly 20 years of experience in the forensic evaluation of school bullying, discriminatory harassment, and student safety protocols. He earned his degree with a research focus specifically dedicated to effective bullying prevention strategies. This clinical background is bolstered by years of "boots-on-the-ground" experience as a school psychologist in public K-12 settings, providing a deep understanding of the practical challenges of supervision and intervention in diverse school climates. Currently overseeing bullying prevention and school safety initiatives for a Mountain West Department of Education impacting hundreds of schools, Dr. Collins provides expert consultation and testimony on the Standard of Care required to maintain safe, compliant, and inclusive educational environments.
Core Areas of Expertise:
(1) Standard of Care Analysis: Evaluating district adherence to state and federal safe...
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Gwendolyn R. Y. Miller
Microaggressions & DEI Expert Witness
Addressing Racial Microaggressions, LLC
Millsboro, Delaware
Behavioral and Social Sciences, Education & Schools
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Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Systemic Bias, Title VII Violations, Cultural Competence, Racial Microaggressions, Microaggressions, Implicit Bias, Unconscious bias, Litigation Support, Policy Review, Reports, Hostile Work Environment, Disparate Treatment, DEI Policy Review and Compliance, Discrimination
Gwendolyn R. Miller is a nationally recognized consultant, educator, and expert witness specializing in racial microaggressions, unconscious bias, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). As founder of Addressing Racial Microaggressions, LLC (ARM), she provides litigation support, expert testimony, and strategic consulting to law firms, corporations, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
Her expertise is grounded in decades of academic training, professional experience, and community engagement. She has been retained in high-profile cases involving racial discrimination in education, employment, and healthcare, and has authored expert reports that have influenced legal outcomes and contributed to institutional reform.
Ms. Miller is frequently engaged in matters involving Title VII violations, hostile work environments, disparate treatment, and systemic bias. She has served as an expert witness in cases across multiple jurisdictions, including California, Wiscon...
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William L. Bainbridge, PhD, FACFE
William L. Bainbridge, PhD, FACFE & Associates, LLC
Jacksonville, Florida
Education & Schools, School Safety
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school evaluation, sexual abuse, child custody school evaluation, school standards of care, school safety, education standards of care, school related accidents, education, higher education, secondary education, elementary education, playground accidents, athletics and recreation
William L. Bainbridge, Ph.D., FACFE, is a forensic education expert with extensive experience in school, college and preschool related accidents, incidents & sexual abuse/sexual assault and educational evaluation for child custody. He has been court qualified as a schooling and education standards/policy expert in over 30 states. President and CEO of the SchoolMatch® Institute and Distinguished Research Professor at The University of Dayton, he is the former superintendent of three school districts in Ohio and Virginia and served on the executive staff of the Ohio Department of Education.
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Robert H Kelly, Jr
Reading, Literacy, and Special Education Expert
Jacksonville, Florida
Education & Schools
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Reading, Literacy, Early Literacy, Writing, Literacy Intervention, Dyslexia, Phonics Assessment, Tutoring Program Evaluation, Literacy Coaching, Curriculum Design and Development, Reading Assessment, Writing Assessment, Struggling Readers, English Language Learners, Students with Learning Disabilities, Reading Psychology
Expert Witness Profile – Dr. Robert H. Kelly, Ph.D.
Dr. Robert H. Kelly is a nationally recognized authority in reading, literacy, and early childhood learning, with over two decades of experience as an educator, researcher, and nonprofit leader. He currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of READ USA, Inc., a Jacksonville-based nonprofit dedicated to closing the literacy gap by providing evidence-based literacy tutoring, large-scale book distribution, professional development for educators, and workforce training for teen tutors.
Education and Credentials
Dr. Kelly earned his Ph.D. in Education from The Ohio State University, specializing in Reading and Literacy in Early and Middle Childhood. He also holds a Master of Science in School Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of North Florida. He is professionally certified by the Florida Department of Education in Prekindergarten/Primary Education ...
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Barbi L Shames, EdD
IDEA regulations for students with disabilities
Big Steps Small Feet Inc
Boca Raton, Florida
Education & Schools, Disability Evaluation
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special education, assistive technology , adaptive equipment , IEPs, placement, evaluations, Transition, Functional Behavioral Assessment, transition, supervision, Behavior Intervention Plans, goals, related services, IDEA, 504 plans
As an educational administrator, consultant, and special education specialist, I have had more than four decades of experience working with students, families, schools, and educational systems. My career has focused on supporting students with disabilities, strengthening educational programs, and helping schools navigate the increasingly complex landscape of special education compliance, instructional support, and behavioral intervention.
I earned a Doctorate in Educational Administration from Concordia University Chicago. I also hold a Certification in Special Education from Touro College, a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Education from Hofstra University.
My professional certifications include New York State certifications in Educational Administration (SAS), Educational District Administration (SDA), Early Childhood Education (N–6), and Special Education (N–12). In addition, she ho...
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Saralyn Grass, Ed.D.
Veteran PreK-12 Safety & Standards of Care Expert
Verdant Synergies
Jacksonville, Florida
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Childcare Licensing, Program Oversight, Child Abuse, Daycare Standards, Negligence, Child Injury, Mandated Reporting, Preschool Safety, Policy & Procedures, Early Education, Compliance, Early Learning Policy, Negligent Supervision, Afterschool Programs, Child Welfare, Industry Standards, Child Safety, Standards of Care
Dr. Saralyn Grass is a nationally recognized expert in school and child care policy, educational settings, early learning standards and child safety in youth-serving programs. With over two decades of experience in overseeing, developing and evaluating educational systems she brings a unique combination of high-level policy knowledge and real-world operational insight.
Dr. Grass has served in leadership roles at both the state and municipal levels. She has written administrative rules governing early learning programs, advised on child care legislation and led statewide initiatives focused on improving outcomes for children and families. Her work includes drafting and enforcing provider standards related to supervision, mandated reporting, injury documentation and environmental safety.
As a leader in program oversight, she has directed teams responsible for reviewing provider compliance, conducting incident reviews and developing corrective-action plans. She works closely with le...
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Howie Knoff, Ph.D.
Past-President/Nat'l Ass'n of School Psychologists
Project ACHIEVE Educational Solutions
Fort Myers, Florida
Education & Schools, Psychology
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Special Education, LRE, FAPE, Title IX/Sexual Assault, Accidents & Educational Need, ADA/504 Accommodations, Disability Rights, Disproportionality, Racial Discrimination/Title VI, Emotionally Disturbed/Autistic Students, Seclusion/Restraints, School Safety/Violence, Bullying/Harassment, Discipline/Suspension, School Shootings
Dr. Howie Knoff is one of the most experienced, successful, conscientious, creative, and retained K-12 and child/adolescent psychology Expert Witnesses in the country. He focuses on the details of each case, connecting information that initially appear unrelated while finding missing nuances and links that other experts miss.
A Licensed Psychologist (FL), Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Past-President of the National Association of School Psychologists, and Senior Fellow (Center for Model Schools), Howie has been an Expert Witness in innumerable Federal and State Court cases, as well as Due Process Hearings and mediations nationwide since 1993. These cases have focused on IDEA and Special Education Procedures, School Psychology Assessment/Intervention Disputes, Psychological Misdiagnoses and Mental Health Services, 504 Accommodations and Disability Rights, Title IX Sexual Harassment Violations, Disproportionality and Racial Discrimination/Equity, Emotionally Disturb...
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Teresa Taylor, PhD BCBA-D LABA CCTP-II
Psychologist BCBAD Trauma Special Ed 504 Autism LD
Private Practice (Pathways Behavioral Health LLC)
Fort Myers, Florida
Psychology, Education & Schools
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Psychological Trauma, Behavior, Disabilities, Group Home Abuse, Autism, Mental Health, Public Education, Threat Assessment, Physical Abuse, Title II, Evaluation, Special Education, Discipline, Sexual Abuse, IEP, Anxiety/Depression, 504, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adults
Dr. Taylor holds a PhD in Professional Psychology/School, Community and Clinical Child Psychology (APA-accredited program) from the University of Pennsylvania, MA in Multicultural Counseling from Teachers College/Columbia University, MEd in Counseling Psychology from Teachers College/Columbia University, and BS in Psychology from the University of Florida. She also has graduate certificates in Applied Behavior Analysis and Educational Leadership. Her predoctoral internship in Pediatric Psychology was at the Children's Seashore House/Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and her four-year National Institute of Mental Health-funded postdoctoral fellowship was at the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Taylor has been involved in 100+ legal cases based on her extensive clinical training and experience, as well as decades of experience overseeing programs of individuals with trauma, emotional, physical, learning, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a variety of sett...
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Andy NOH Nelson
Driver Education and Instructor Trainer Expert
Safer Driver Solutions/Driving for Exceptional Learners
Richland, Iowa
Automotive, Education & Schools
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Driver Education, Driver Safety, Drivers Ed, Driver Rehabilitation, Driver Training, Driver Trainers, Driver Instructors, Training Driving Instructors, Driving with Disabilities, Driving - Autism, Driving - ADHD, Driving - Anxiety, Driving with Cognitive Disabilities, Older Drivers, Driver Rehab
DRIVERS EDUCATION EDUCATOR
DRIVER EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR TRAINER
DRIVER INSTRUCTOR FOR EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS OR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Dedicated academic and driver education professional committed to providing comprehensive individualized instruction to all new drivers.
Skilled in implementing classroom management protocols in and out of the physical and mobile classroom.
Utilizes instructional techniques and diverse learning styles to achieve stimulating engagement of the learner.
Demonstrates capacity to educate, motivate and introduce driver education/safety to culturally diverse stakeholders; parents, teens and adults.
Strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational and leadership qualities.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERTISE
Principles of Driving –Curriculum Development – Situational Driving Instruction – Commentary Driving Psychology of Driving -
Driving with Autism, Anxiety, ADHD and other Executive Functioning Disorders - Driving with Individuals with Cognitive and Phys...
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Lillian K Cockrell, Dr.
School Administration & Special Education Expert
Lillian Cockrell, LLC
Odenton, Maryland
Education & Schools
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Parkland Shooting Case- School Administration, Special Education, Zwerner Shotting Case- School Administration, Data Anaylsis, School Shootings, School Administration Policies & Procedures, Differentiation, Behavior Mangement, Emotional Disturbance, School Leadership, School Crisis Plan, School Operations, School Safety
Experienced and legal expert witness/consultant in the areas of school-based administration and special education. Worked for the attorneys representing the families of Parkland Shooting Case and currently working on a case in Virginia representing the teacher. Over 30 years in special education and 21 years as a school administrator and am a licensed Administrator I & II.
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Vanessa C. Beauchaine, Ed.D.
School Safety & Administration & Special Ed
Mashpee, Massachusetts
Education & Schools, School Safety
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child safety, Title IX, wrongful death, negligent hiring, negligent supervision, child sex abuse, bullying, special education, child abuse, school discipline, school administration, student restraint, student seclusion, student dismissal, sexual harassment, mandated reporting, school principal, teacher, special education teacher
Experienced special education teacher and administrator (Principal and Assistant Superintendent of Schools).
Developer of annual training modules for school staff to prevent and detect suspected child abuse, sexual harassment, and physical restraints.
Extensive experience in the prevention of bullying situations within and around school buildings.
Responsible for training to reduce instances of child sexual abuse.
Extensive experience responding to incidents involving staff conduct resulting in dismissal, bullying, suspected child abuse, inappropriate use of technology, student injury requiring mandated reporting, Child Requiring Assistance (CRA) applications, and involving law enforcement and emergency services.
CERTIFICATIONS
Special Education Administrator 2026-Present
Principal/Assistant Principal (Gr. 5-12): 2025-Present
Principal/Assistant Principal (Gr. 5-8): 2010-Present
Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent (All Levels): 2009-Present
Principal/Assistant Princip...
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Garry Adkins, LMT, APCE
Award-Winning Massage Therapy Expert Witness
Southfield, Michigan
Massage, Education & Schools
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Clinical massage, Sports therapy, Manual therapy, Advanced therapeutic techniques, Professional Conduct, Injury, Sexual impropriety, Draping and Exposure, Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish Massage, Inappropriate Touch, Client consent and privacy, Dual relationships, Negligence, Human Trafficking
Highly accomplished massage therapist, educator, and continuing education provider with over three decades of expertise in clinical massage, sports therapy, and manual therapy instruction. Inducted into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame (2023). Recognized internationally for contributions to the advancement of massage therapy, including professional publications, national lectures, and service to elite athletic organizations. Member of the U.S. Olympic Committee Sports Medicine Society (since 2005). Demonstrated excellence in curriculum development, advanced therapeutic techniques, and the integration of evidence‑informed manual therapy into educational settings. Committed to elevating massage therapy as a respected and accessible healthcare modality. Text or Voicemail is preferred.
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David Wolowitz, J.D.
Child Safeguarding Standard of Care Expert
Wolowitz JD Consulting LLC
Greenland, New Hampshire
Education & Schools, Child Abuse
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School standard of care, educator misconduct, educator sexual abuse, trusted adult misconduct, molestation, child sexual abuse, boundary violations, school investigations, student misconduct, harassment, negligent supervision, boundary violations, grooming
David Wolowitz, J.D., serves as an expert witness on the current and historical standard of care for schools and other youth-serving organizations to safeguard children from misconduct by trusted adults. He has been retained by plaintiffs and defendants on matters throughout the country in over a dozen states both a consulting and a testifying expert.
In addition to being retained for current matters, Mr. Wolowitz can testify on the evolution of the standard of care for child safeguarding over the past decades. He has followed social science research and literature about the prevention of and response to child sexual abuse since the 1970s. He has been retained for multiple matters involving historical abuse claims in the 1970s and 1980s.
Mr. Wolowitz has served as an expert in cases around the country involving current and past school standards of care for protecting the health and safety of students, as well as the adequacy of school policies, training, and investigations. He i...
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John F. Doherty, Ed.D.
Renowned School Liability Expert Witness
School Liability Expert Group
Lambertville, New Jersey
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Title IX, 1983, wrongful death, school and youth-serving agency liability, negligent hiring, personal injury, sexual abuse, harassment and bullying, physical abuse, student/child supervision, special education, child custody & school review, school security, daycare, camps, colleges & universities
At School Liability Expert Group, we provide services from case inception through resolution across the United States and Canada. Determining the merit of a case, assisting with the development of pleadings, deposition focus and questions, conducting file and deposition review and analysis, developing expert reports, and offering testimony at deposition and trial are some of the services provided. Through the experience of its founder, Dr. Edward Dragan, and expert witness, Dr. John Doherty, along with a highly trained staff, School Liability Expert Group provides quality comprehensive services for plaintiff and defendant attorneys in high-profile and complicated cases.
John F. Doherty Ed.D. is an experienced public and private school educator who has focused his work on improving schools through effective hiring practices, supervision and training of staff, and building a school culture of sustainability. He has over 35 years of experience as a Superintendent, Assistant Superinte...
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Teresa Taylor, PhD BCBA-D LABA CCTP-II
Psychologist BCBAD Trauma Special Ed 504 Autism LD
Private Practice (Pathways Behavioral Health LLC)
New Jersey
Psychology, Education & Schools
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Psychological Trauma, Behavior, Disabilities, Group Home Abuse, Autism, Mental Health, Public Education, Threat Assessment, Physical Abuse, Title II, Evaluation, Special Education, Discipline, Sexual Abuse, IEP, Anxiety/Depression, 504, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adults
Dr. Taylor holds a PhD in Professional Psychology/School, Community and Clinical Child Psychology (APA-accredited program) from the University of Pennsylvania, MA in Multicultural Counseling from Teachers College/Columbia University, MEd in Counseling Psychology from Teachers College/Columbia University, and BS in Psychology from the University of Florida. She also has graduate certificates in Applied Behavior Analysis and Educational Leadership. Her predoctoral internship in Pediatric Psychology was at the Children's Seashore House/Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and her four-year National Institute of Mental Health-funded postdoctoral fellowship was at the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Taylor has been involved in 100+ legal cases based on her extensive clinical training and experience, as well as decades of experience overseeing programs of individuals with trauma, emotional, physical, learning, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a variety of sett...
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Julie Hall, Ph.D.
School Sexual Abuse Expert
Buffalo, New York
Education & Schools, Child Abuse
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school, sexual harassment, sexual abuse, child, student, Title IX, Title 9, mandatory reporting, school liability, student sexual abuse, standard of care, sexual misconduct, grooming, student safety, bullying, sex discrimination, child sexual abuse, defense expert, plaintiff expert, negligant hiring
20+ years as Professor and Director of an Educational Leadership Ph.D./Ed.D. Program. Experienced expert. Multi-award-winning teacher. Expert on state and federal mandates in hiring, supervision, retention, and prevention of educator sexual misconduct directed toward students in schools and other settings. Retained nationwide by plaintiffs and defendants on numerous abuse claims from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and through the present.
For over two decades, taught doctoral and master’s degree students (who were K-12 superintendents, principals, teachers, coaches, counselors, and leaders of youth-serving organizations) to assess their operations, policies, and procedures in relation to mandatory reporting, federal law, other statutes, and best practices in student sexual abuse prevention. Taught Title IX (including statutes, regulations, and administrative guidelines), monitored Title IX program compliance, and was appointed by D'Youville University as a Title IX Task Force Member.
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Christopher J Nash, MD, EdM
Emergency Physician: Harvard-Trained, Duke Faculty
Durham, North Carolina
Emergency Medicine, Education & Schools
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emergency medicine, trauma, toxicology, airway, cardiac arrest, simulation, medical education, artificial intelligence, strangulation injuries, intimate partner violence, medical errors, resuscitation, clinical education, diagnostic errors, resident supervision, standard of care, acute care, patient safety
Dr. Christopher J. Nash, MD, EdM, is a board-certified emergency medicine physician and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Duke University School of Medicine. He currently serves as the Simulation Director for the Duke Emergency Medicine residency program, where he designs and leads advanced training in resuscitation, airway management, trauma, and acute care.
Dr. Nash brings nearly a decade of frontline emergency medicine experience, including residency and faculty practice at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Duke University Hospital. He has managed thousands of high-acuity emergency cases, including trauma, toxicology, cardiac arrest, sepsis, and airway emergencies. His expertise extends to standard of care in the emergency department, decision-making under pressure, and supervision of resident physicians in complex cases.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Nash is nationally recognized for his work in medical education and simul...
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Gary L. Sigrist, Jr.
K-12 School Safety
Safeguard Risk Solutions LLC
GROVE CITY, Ohio
Education & Schools, School Safety
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K–12 school safety, school violence prevention, school liability, negligent security school, standard of care school safety, duty of care K12 schools, school safety training, inadequate supervision, school threat assessment, targeted violence prevention, de-escalation training
Mr. Sigrist has more than four decades of continuous professional engagement with K-12 schools — first as a classroom teacher, then as a district-level Safety Director, and for the past decade as the founder and Chief Executive Officer of a school-safety consultancy that serves school districts across the United States and internationally. He has held concurrent service as a sworn law-enforcement officer since 1990, providing him with practitioner-level perspective on both sides of the school-police interface.
Mr. Sigrist holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Ohio University and a Master of Science in Education Administration from the University of Dayton, and is a graduate of the Central Ohio Peace Officer's Training Academy. He has taught school safety and public-safety management at the university level for more than a decade as an Adjunct Professor at Franklin University, and he serves on the Editorial Advisory Council of Campus Safety Magazine, a leading pr...
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April L. Woodward, Esq
Seasoned Title IX Expert Witness
Edgewater Higher Education Solutions Ltd
Chardon, Ohio
Education & Schools
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Title IX, Title IX Expert Witness, Title IX Reports, Sexual Misconduct, Title IX policy, Title IX Investigations, Title IX Coaching, Title IX Hearings, Title IX Analysis, Higher Education Consulting, Pregnant & Parenting Policy, Sexual Harassment, Gender Discrimination, Pregnancy Discrimination
April L. Woodward, Esq., is a seasoned attorney and Title IX expert with a decade of experience in civil rights compliance and all aspects of Title IX compliance and Administration. She has served as a Compliance Investigator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator at Kent State University, where she independently conducted over 100 investigations involving sexual misconduct, domestic violence, stalking, and gender discrimination. She has also provided prevention training for NCAA Division I athletes and collaborated on victim support and education initiatives.
Currently, as a Title IX consultant and attorney, she advises public and private educational institutions, delivering services such as interim Title IX coordination, external investigations, hearing adjudications, process advisor services, policy drafting, and expert witness work. She is trained in trauma-informed investigative techniques and has led Title IX trainings for K-12 and higher education institutions. Ms. Woodward has als...
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Kenneth S. Trump, Ed.D.
PreK-12 School Safety and Security
National School Safety and Security Services
Cleveland, Ohio
School Safety, Education & Schools
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School Security, School Safety, School Shooting, School Wrongful Death, School Assault, School Sexual Assault, School Rape, School Student Supervision, School Bullying, Standard of Care, SRO, School Police, School Resource Officers, Security Officers, School Training & Drills, School Bus, School Gangs, Custody, School Crisis Emergency
Dr. Kenneth S. Trump provides school security expert witness and litigation consulting services for plaintiff and defense attorneys engaged in PreK-12 school safety cases. With over 40 years of experience in school security, Dr. Trump offers authoritative insights into incidents involving school violence, negligence, liability, safety protocol failures, and standard of care issues.
Ken is experienced as a school security expert witness on mass school shootings, school active shooter and other wrongful deaths, violent assaults with serious injuries, rape and other sexual assaults, violence, security, crisis/emergency preparedness protocols, and other school safety and security cases.
Litigation issues may include, but not necessarily be limited to:
• PreK-12 school crime, violence, and serious disciplinary incidents
• School shootings, school active shooter/mass shooter events, wrongful death, and related cases
• Assaults, gang violence, and other injuries
• Rape and other sexual...
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Joseph Hendry, PSP, CLEE
K-12 Security Subject Matter Expert and Consultant
COSECURE Enterprise Risk Solutions
Stow, Ohio
School Safety, Education & Schools
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school security, special needs security planning, active shooter drills, security assessment, duty of care, active shooter, emergency planning, university security, risk assessment, school shooting, lockdown, behavioral threats, workplace violence, school violence, insurance expert witness, physical security, negligent security
Professional Qualifications
-K–12 school security and safety systems
-Active threat and hostile event preparedness
-Security risk assessment and mitigation
-Civilian and law‑enforcement response coordination
-School emergency planning, policy, and procedures
-Duty of care, foreseeability, and reasonableness of preventive measures
-Standards‑based practices for age‑appropriate and accessible safety planning
Professional Qualifications
-Principal Consultant for K–12 Education, COSECURE, a division of Cozen O’Connor, providing school security consulting services across North America and Europe.
-Selected in 2024 to provide subject matter expertise to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (DHS CISA) School Safety Task Force
-Recognized by the Ohio Department of Homeland Security and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office as a subject matter expert in active threat response.
-Board Certified Physical Security Professional (PSP) through A...
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Virginia L. Rhodes, Ed.D.
School cases need a witness with eyes wide open.
SchoolWITNESS
Cincinnati, Ohio
Education & Schools, School Safety
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schools, education, K-12, high school, middle school, school negligence, duty & standard of care, sexual abuse , supervision, principal, student injury, wrongful termination, standard of care, discipline, school culture, school injury, administration, teacher training, school safety, discrimination
35+ years in public education administration, teaching & policy: testifies on training & supervision of school personnel, abuse, discipline, discrimination, school accidents
Dr. Rhodes offers extensive experience on multiple aspects of school-related liability, both elementary and secondary for both plaintiffs and defense.
Dr. Rhodes is an exceptional analytical thinker and writer with keen insight, timely reports and compelling testimony.
Founding Principal of the largest public U.S. urban STEM high school (2008).
Founding Principal of the 1st environmental public high school in Ohio.
Policy--former elected School Board member in large urban district.
Skilled in school transformation, collaborative school design, leadership, experiential education, program design, school culture, discipline & multicultural education
Developer of a unique innovative "T2" teacher hiring process.
Articulate and engaging speaker on school policy, practice, and transformation.
Rhodes has tr...
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Anthony B. Mann, D.Ed.
Recognized K-12 Education Expert
Principled Education Consulting
West Linn, Oregon
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Standard of Care in Schools, Bullying, Educator Misconduct, Title IX, Sexual Abuse, Mandatory Reporting, Grooming, Student Conduct, Special Education, Campus Supervision, Campus Safety, Hazing, Bus safety, School-Based Mental Health Service, Harassment, Educational Records, Abuse & Neglect, Gifted Education, Restraint & Seclusion
Superintendent | School Safety & Policy Expert | Expert Witness
Providing expert witness services from case inception through resolution across the United States and Canada. Determining the merit of a case, assisting with deposition focus and questioning, conducting file and deposition review and analysis, providing expert reports, and offering testimony at deposition and trial are some of the services provided. Providing quality comprehensive services for plaintiff and defendant attorneys in high-profile and complicated cases.
With 33+ years leading in K-12 education, Dr. Mann has overseen district operations in urban, suburban, and rural communities. Since 2012, he has served as Superintendent of Schools. With expertise in strategic planning, governance, and the development of safe and effective learning environments. Dr. Mann holds a Doctorate in Education (D.Ed.) from the University of Oregon, and has backg...
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Brenda Eagan-Johnson, EdD, CBIST-AP
EXPERT NICHE: Child-Teen-Young Adult Brain Injury
Brain Injury Neurodevelopmental Consulting
New Castle, Pennsylvania
Brain Injury Medicine, Education & Schools
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Pediatric brain injury, child injury, acquired brain injury, TBI, mold, traumatic brain injury, concussion, MVA, carbon monoxide, lead poisoning, near drowning, MVC, brain, school, mild TBI, transition, child, special education, young adult, college
I am highly specialized in a niche area of education & transition to adulthood following child, teen, & young adult brain injury.
Expert witness & brain injury case consultation. Three Decades of Experience. State director of an internationally recognized Brain Injury program for children, teens, and young adults for the last 18 years.
I received my Doctorate from Johns Hopkins University, specializing in Mind, Brain, & Teaching. I provide expert opinions regarding pre- and post-brain injury changes, what to expect in the future, and recommendations for support and services into adulthood. I am the full-time director of a statewide program supporting all children who sustain a brain injury and return to school. I have held this position since the program's inception in 2007. My background is in special education (all ages), neurodevelopment, brain injury in individuals ages birth to young adulthood, and post-high school transition support and services.
I investigate brain injur...
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Ray W. Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP
Psychology, Mental Health & Education Expert
Dr. Ray W. Christner, LLC
Hanover, Pennsylvania
Education & Schools, Psychology
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IEE/Psychoed Eval, IDEA/Special Education, ADA/504 Plans, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia/Dysgraphia, Autism, Emotional Disturbance, OHI/ADHD, Intellectual Disability, LRE/FAPE, Expert Witness, Due Process, IEP, Psychological/Neuropsychological Evals, Risk Assessment, IME, Civil Competency, Criminal Competency, Ethics, Professional Standards
Ray W. Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP, is a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania and Delaware. He is also a nationally certified school psychologist and a nationally registered health service psychologist with 30 years of experience in mental health. Dr. Christner specializes in clinical and school psychology and is board-certified in behavioral and cognitive psychology. Based in Hanover, Pennsylvania, he operates an independent practice and provides telepsychology services in 43 states as an authorization holder of both APIT (Authorization to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology) and TAP (Temporary Authorization to Practice). His services include psychological and neuropsychological testing, forensic evaluations, psychotherapy, expert witness review and testimony, and consultation, working with children, adolescents, and adults with psychological, developmental, social, behavioral, and learning differences.
Dr. Christner has provided forensic psychological evaluations i...
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Jacqueline Gharapour Wernz
Education & Schools Expert Witness
ECR Solutions LLC
Dallas, Texas
Education & Schools
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Title IX, Title VI, Section 504/Title II of the ADA, Special Education and Disability Law, student athletics, athletics equity, NCAA compliance, sex and racial discrimination and harassment, general civil rights compliance, student data privacy, safety and security, general school administration (k-12), First Amendment
Jackie Gharapour Wernz is an expert in the fields of school administration and school compliance with the requirements of Federal civil rights laws. She has over 15 years of experience working with elementary and secondary K-12 public and private/independent schools, including charter schools, and colleges, community colleges, and universities and can serve as an expert in the areas of: peer harassment, including harassment under Title VII (discrimination in employment); Title IX (discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity), Title VI (discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on race, color, and national origin), and Section 504/Title II of the ADA (discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on disability); hazing; bullying; educator sexual misconduct; educator sexual abuse; transgender issues; Greek organizations; steps a school should take to create a safe environment free from discrimination, harassment, an...
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Michael Salitore, Ed.D.
School Safety, SPED, Sexual Conduct, Title IX
Salitore Professional Services, LLC
Fort Worth, Texas
Education & Schools, School Safety
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School Standards of Practice, Special Education, School Safety, Child Abuse, Child Sexual Abuse, Behavior and Discipline, School Mental Health, Title IX and Staff Sexual Misconduct, District and School Administration, Restraint and Seclusion, Evaluation, Assessment, Disability, and Risk Management
Dr. Michael Salitore is an experienced educator serving in public education since 2003. His work experience includes working in public education as a school psychologist, assistant principal, special education administrator, director of student services, adjunct faculty, and as a coordinator of the Reports and Investigations of Sexual Conduct unit at the Oregon Department of Education.
His background and expertise allow evaluation of and opinions regarding school and district:
-Policies, procedures, guidelines, and implementation of standards and practices;
-Recruitment, qualifications, hiring, and retention of teachers, specialists, and staff;
-Training programs and requirements of teachers, specialists, and staff;
-Duty for schools and school districts to provide a safe learning environment;
-School administration, including governance, curriculum, interventions and instructional practices;
-Compliance with applicable industry standards, laws, rules, and regulations;
-Disabilit...
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Brian M Wolf, M.Ed.
San Antonio, Texas
Education & Schools, School Safety
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De-escalation, Physical Intervention, Bullying, Special Education, Restraint, Conflict Resolution
A native Oregonian, I served in schools there for 37 years as a teacher, coach, HS Principal, Special Education Director and Superintendent prior to retiring from educational leadership in 2015. Subsequently, I worked for another 7 years as a Risk Management Specialist in the insurance industry. My principal duty during that time was conducting 25-30 Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) de-escalation/physical intervention trainings annually, for Oregon school districts statewide. The primary focus of these trainings was nonviolent crisis intervention with severely emotionally disabled students. Most of the sessions ran for one or two full days in length.
I am currently serving as an Expert Witness in a legal case involving the physical restraint of a student, or lack thereof, engaged in self-injurious behaviors.
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Sandra ("Sandi") E. Aboy, PhD
Title IX & Civil Rights Expert Witness
Title IX Consulting Group
Ashburn, Virginia
Education & Schools, School Safety
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Title IX, School Policy & Procedures, Compliance, Timeline Analysis, Civil Rights, Investigations, Infrastructure Analysis, Case Analysis, Sexual Discrimination, Sexual Violence, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Domestic/ Dating Violence, Stalking, Child Abuse, Hazing, Pregnant and Parenting Rights, Clery Compliance, Clery Act
Dr. Sandra (“Sandi”) Aboy, Ph.D. (formerly Hodgin), is a nationally recognized Title IX and civil rights compliance expert witness with more than 20 years of experience analyzing institutional response systems, sexual misconduct matters, discrimination complaints, and higher education compliance practices. Holding dual Ph.D.s in Education and Political Science/Public Policy, Dr. Sandi combines academic research, institutional practice, and litigation consulting experience to assist attorneys, educational institutions, and organizations navigating complex civil rights matters.
Dr. Sandi is the Founder and CEO of Title IX Consulting Group (T9CG), a multidisciplinary civil rights compliance firm supporting educational institutions nationwide through expert witness analysis, institutional audits, investigations, policy development, compliance reviews, prevention programming, and strategic consulting. She is certified in all major Title IX adjudication roles, including investigator, hea...
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Megan K Iyer, EdD
Disability Evaluation & Special Education Expert
Sammamish, Washington
Disability Evaluation, Education & Schools
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School Psycholgist, Special Education, IEP, 504, Transition Services, Evaluation Report, Educational Assessment, IDEA Compliance, FAPE, Educational Equity, Inclusion, LRE, Reevaluation, Interpreting Assessments, Cognitive Test, Health impairment, Accommodations, Modifications, Disability Rights, Specific Learning Disability
Dr. Meg Iyer
School Psychologist, Educational Leader & Expert Consultant
I am an experienced school psychologist and educational leader dedicated to promoting educational equity and inclusive practices for students with disabilities. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in psychoeducational evaluations, transition planning, and MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) implementation. I have a strong background in developing data-driven interventions and providing professional development to educators to improve student outcomes.
Currently, I serve as Associate Dean at Bellevue College’s Occupational & Life Skills program and as a Transition Specialist at the Center for Change in Transition Services, where I lead training and consultation efforts for school districts across Washington State. Additionally, I am an Adjunct Professor at Seattle University, teaching graduate courses in school psychology and supervising interns.
My work focuses on helping school systems better ...
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Connie A Kimble, M.Ed.
Education - Administration/SPED/School Counseling
Usk, Washington
Education & Schools, School Safety
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School Administration, School Counseling, Special Education, Student Safeguarding, Sexual Harassment
I have served a total of 21 years in the education field as a teacher, counselor, and principal. Prior to my entry into the education field I worked as a mental health case manager and directed/managed a developmental disability agency. I have experience in both public and private overseas schools, including IB schools. I have worked cases involving wrongful death, sexual assaults, special education negligence, and counselor breach of duty. Additionally I have been an adjunct professor in psychology, and intercultural communications for international educators. I've pesented at education conferences focused on student supports and safeguarding. I've successfully developed expert witness reports for cases in several states. I am skilled at research and tying key information (including industry standards and state statutes) to my opinions. Lastly I enjoy this work.
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