Dr. Don Parker
- Instructor of Educational Administration
Dr. Don Parker is a transformational keynote speaker and professional development provider. He specializes in SEL, supporting teachers to build trusting relationships with students, restorative practices, trauma-informed practices, and improving the culture and climate of schools to enhance students’ and teachers’ feeling of belonging.
Dr. Parker is a former principal and served at Posen School in Posen, IL where he improved the school’s culture and climate, staff collaboration, parent engagement, and student achievement. Before that he was the principal of Lincoln Avenue School, a K-8 school in Dolton, IL, where he improved the culture, implemented a resilience program, managed the implementation of restorative justice, and increased attendance and student achievement.
Students will benefit from Dr. Parker's expertise because he has a strong belief in creating a school climate in which the entire staff strives for excellence to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of each student. During his course, he will share his experience with students and help them become strong school leaders and equip them with the knowledge and skills to transform learning environments that benefit students and staff.
Dr. Parker is the author of "Building Bridges: Engaging Students At-Risk Through the Power of Relationships" and "Be the Driving Force: Leading Your School on the Road to Equity".
