Author Bios as Submitted
Daron Franklin
Daron Franklin has been inspiring and developing people for more than 20 years as a Mathematics facilitator, Athletic Administrator, passionate Athletic Coach, Father, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend. “Coach Frank” is known for his patient but assertive demeanor when serving others. Daron’s purpose as a Human Performance Coach is to elevate individuals, teams, and organizations to higher heights by sharing relevant life tools. Daron earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Langston University and Master’s Degree from Xavier University of Louisiana. Before earning the title of “Coach”, Daron played two years of professional football in the Arena 2 Football League and the Indoor Professional Football League. Daron’s experiences have molded him into a model of success for various communities that have been a part of his journey. Daron Franklin owner of F42 Empowerment. “Be your best, better than the rest”!
Blog: www.DaronFranklin.com
Twitter: @coach_dfrank
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/F42Empowerment
Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/daronfranklin
YouTube: @coachdfrank
James Nottingham
James Nottingham is the creator of the Learning Pit, one of the most widely used illustrations of learning to have emerged in the last twenty years. He has worked closely with professors Carol Dweck (Growth Mindset) and John Hattie (Visible Learning); been a teaching assistant in a school for deaf children; taught from pre-K to 12; and held a range of school and district leadership positions. His twelfth book, Teach Brilliantly, published last month shows how to create optimal conditions in which all students can thrive.
Blog: https://www.learningpit.org
Twitter @JamesNottinghm
Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/jamesnottingham
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Dr. Tracee Perryman
Dr. Tracee Perryman is the Amazon bestselling author of Elevating Futures, A Model For Empowering Black Elementary Student Success. She also is the CEO and co-founder of Center of Hope Family Services, where she leads the organization’s mission to improve the life outcomes of individuals and families living in urban settings. Dr. Perryman partners with government and not-for-profit organizations, foundations, and leaders in education to realize results rooted in evidence-based programming. She graduated with honors from the University of Michigan, earned a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Bowling Green University, and received her PhD from the Ohio State University College of Social Work.
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Alice Vigors
Alice Vigors is a dedicated and passionate educator, author and speaker. In 2022, she published her first book with Amba Press; The Thinking Classroom: supporting educators to embed critical and creative thinking. A book loved by educators globally. She has taught in a range of K-6 school settings in both the Public and Catholic education sectors in New South Wales, Australia and wholeheartedly believes that every child deserves the best possible education. She is committed to supporting teachers and leaders through coaching and professional learning opportunities, presenting nationally at conferences. She co-hosts the Teacher Takeaway Podcast and hosts her own podcast Thinking Pathways where she shares her knowledge and expertise in the education space.
Blog: https://thinkingpathwayz.weebly.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thinkingpathways/
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-vigors-m-ed-976abb159/
Teacher Takeaway Podcast https://teachertakeawaypodcast.weebly.com/
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