by gailcurran | Blog, Gun Violence, Mental Health, News and Views
I cannot sit idly by while shootings continue, prisons grow astronomically, and mental health systems fail. As an independent educational consultant (IEC), I firmly believe that rather than take a position on guns, we should be focused on areas that we know best, by...
by gailcurran | Blog, Educational Consultant, News and Views
WHAT IS AN EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT? Educational consultants are professionals who assist students and families with educational decision making,” according to the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) Directory. Educational consultants who are...
by gailcurran | Blog, News and Views
‘Tis Thanksgiving morn 5 AM, and a peaceful time to recollect the NPM&A travels and ‘doings’ this Fall. School Connections in Newport Beach involved at least 30 therapeutic programs for 1/2 hour ‘speed dating’ or...
by gailcurran | Blog, News and Views
Disbelief followed us from dry, scorching Tucson to wet, hot Georgia and Florida: how could we go from one cauldron to another? Our invitation from Eckerd Youth Alternatives, La Amistad and Pasadena Villa was the purposeful reason: presentation of ‘Communications with...
by gailcurran | Blog, News and Views
Although Spring had not yet sprung, the tour was exceptional! Lodging at the Red Lion Inn was indeed a treat, and we have to thank the programs and schools we visited for their hospitable and gracious gift. Two other consultants joined us and visited Berkshire Hills...
by gailcurran | Blog, News and Views
Awaiting-Clarksville, MO 2011-Nancy P. Masland Awaken, Canada geese flock, honk overhead Fly South, escaping chill and coming snow- Storm brewing, eagles hunker down by cliffs One, hoping for last fish, lands on ice floe. In stillness, no mammal moves, enveloped By...
