I am a Professor of Inclusive Education at Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York. A long-time educator and activist, my life’s work  has focused on changing how we respond to issues of diversity, equity and inclusion so that we can create a world that is socially just. I believe that creating a better world for all requires us to change how we teach children, how we prepare teachers, and how we help adults become active allies in resisting oppressive language and behavior. 

Specifically, I have taught and written about community building, inclusion, teaching for social justice, preparing teachers for heterogeneous classroom, gifted education, cooperative learning, and using music and movement to create inclusive communities that challenge oppression and injustice. I believe we CAN change the world through what we say and do and by putting principles into action with integrity and love.