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Designed for busy educators, our flexible learning experiences combine practical strategies, meaningful reflection, and classroom-ready resources that support lasting professional growth.
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A two-year partnership with Lowell Elementary focused on leadership development, workshops, learning walks and observations, and data-informed continuous improvement led to measurable gains in student outcomes while building the internal capacity to sustain the work long after the engagement.
47.8% ↑ Attendance
28% ↑ ELA Growth
20 pt ↑ Growth for Students with Disabilities
Every school is on a different journey. Whether you're strengthening core instruction, expanding inclusive practices, or building leadership capacity, we partner with educators to create meaningful, lasting change.
Help every learner succeed by designing instruction that reduces barriers, increases engagement, and supports meaningful learning for all students.
Build a stronger Tier 1 that improves outcomes, reduces the need for intervention, and ensures every learner gets the support they need.
Build learning environments where every learner experiences belonging, meaningful participation, and high expectations alongside their peers.
Lead with confidence by building the systems, culture, and educator capacity needed to create meaningful, sustainable change.
Self-paced and facilitated courses on inclusive practices for continuing education and graduate credit.
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See what educators around the world are saying about Novak Education.
Sophie Schmitz
Assistant Principal
Dr. Bronke's presentation on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) was engaging, insightful, and incredibly practical for our middle school staff. He skillfully highlighted strategies that empower teachers to create inclusive, flexible learning environments that meet the diverse needs of all students. His clear examples and actionable steps left our team feeling inspired and equipped to implement UDL principles in our classrooms. Dr. Bronke's passion for supporting educators and students was evident throughout, making his presentation both impactful and memorable.
Dr. Jestine Mayberry
Chief Academic Officer
Dr. Burke has been an invaluable asset to our school this year with virtual training to in-person trainings and observations. Her thoughtfulness from her personal stories, Playlist, and tips will be beneficial to our organization for years to come!
Cookie Grant-Suggs
The UDL presentation by Pam Tupy was fabulous. I learned a great deal more about UDL and how to make it beneficial for my students. It was helpful to know that too many choices could be overwhelming for students and I need to make the choices meaningful for the students. This was an excellent presentation and I am looking forward to learning more about correctly utilizing UDL in the classroom.
Marisol Rexach, PhD
Director of Staff Development
A very important learning opportunity for administrators who are looking to lead a this critical shift to student-centered instructional practices.
Dave Logel
Secondary Spec Ed Teacher
This was an engaging and motivational professional development that empowered and enabled me to implement UDL in my classroom today, tomorrow, and next week.
Mary M. Maxfield
Principal, Lucretia and Joseph Brown Elementary School
Thought provoking and inspiring reminders for how we make a difference by being strong instructional leaders.
Jessica Saum
Collaboration and Inclusion Coordiantor
Learning with Katie has been incredibly beneficial for our district in continually pursuing improved outcomes for all students, but specifically, those who receive special education services. There is a growing need for deepening UDL practices and Katie's training has been integral in implementation.
Sarah Paul
Student Services Coordinator
This was the BEST professional learning session I have attended in over 20 years in education.
Stephanie Montez
Principal
Dr. Burke provided us with valuable, relevant, and timely information so that I can support my teachers in their UDL journey.
Dee Dee Gerber
English Teacher and Instructional Coach
Katie Novak presents information in an engaging way that makes the "why" so clear. I learned information that I can take directly back to my staff and apply in the classroom. It was excellent!
That belief has guided Dr. Katie Novak's work for more than twenty years. It's why she has dedicated her career to helping educators design learning experiences that reduce barriers, foster belonging, and ensure every student has access to meaningful opportunities to learn and grow. At Novak Education, that philosophy continues to shape every partnership, helping schools create lasting change through practical strategies, strong leadership, and thoughtful implementation.
Professional learning shouldn't end when the workshop does. Our books help educators and leadership teams deepen their understanding, support book studies, and turn ideas into meaningful changes in practice. Explore all Books
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