research, resources, & thought partnership

Leadership Consultation for K-12 School & District Administrators

receive one-on-one support + resources

Don’t go it alone! We know how difficult it can be to find one-on-one coaching services for principals, deans, superintendents, and other administrators. Get personalized guidance, new perspectives, and research-backed strategies to lead your school community with purpose and clarity. More than just technical support, our leadership consultants work as thought partners and trusted sounding boards for K-12 school leaders.

strategically DESIGNED FOR k-12 LEADERS

Our Leadership Consultation package offers support and relevant insights from the field to guide strategic, forward-thinking planning and decision-making. Combining professional expertise, human-centered relationships, connected networks of support, and evidence-based resources, your support package will include:

Meeting monthly to discuss the most pressing needs for your role and your community. Whether you are considering changing your homework policies, adjusting the bell schedule, or need help engaging families, our coaches are here for you.
Co-designing a full-day on-site visit for professional development, strategic planning, leadership team retreats, or other critical conversations where having a Challenge Success coach by your side would provide the extra support you need.
Receiving access to our robust Resource Portal for tips and strategies to ensure you have tools that are trusted by schools across the nation to impact your community.

How can our consultants support you?

Whether you are a new or experienced K-12 leader, our leadership consultants are ready to support your needs by helping you:

Develop clarity on your goals as a leader and refine on your vision for your school(s)
Navigate the complexities of integrating well-being, belonging, and engagement into your community’s context
Inspire more community investment and readiness for change in your school(s)
Strengthen your skills in systems change and responsive change management
Amplify student and community voice in your leadership style and change process

Meet our consultants

Dave
Trautman

Leadership
Consultant

He/Him

Working as a teacher, consultant, researcher, and administrator in California schools for over 17 years, Dave Trautman holds a deep appreciation for the tremendous physical, mental, and emotional commitment educators make on a daily basis. Holding educator intentions along with children’s realties, he aims to support the development of caring, just, and vibrant learning communities.

Dave holds a B.A. in Anthropology and Latin American Studies from the University of Arizona, and M.A. in Latin American Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, and an Ed.M. in Education Leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University. Most of his “spare” time is spent with his family, including his three amazing children and perfect dog.



Ondrea
Reed

Leadership
Consultant

She/Her

Ondrea Reed, M.A., is the Deputy Superintendent of Education Services in the Los Alamitos Unified School District. She leads PK-12 teaching and learning in a southern California high-performing unified school district. With over twenty years in education as a teacher, site administrator, and district leader, she champions transformative school reform that equally prioritizes academic success and emotional wellness. She believes the two are necessary partners for opening doors for all students and supporting the daily work of educators. Ondrea resides in Orange County, California, with her husband and high-school-age son, with a daughter completing her university studies.

Jeff
lippman

Leadership
Consultant

He/Him

Jeff Lippman, M.A., most recently served as the Head of School at Avenues Silicon Valley for five years. He began his three-decade career as a high school social studies teacher; since then, he has taken leadership roles at schools in the United States, France, Spain, and Brazil. During the pandemic, he also served as Head of School at Avenues Online. Jeff brings a passion for student-centered education and expertise in strategic planning, change management, and leadership development. Jeff holds B.A. and M.A. degrees from Duke University and a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University.

Ready to transform your school with us?

Are you ready to improve student well-being, engagement, and belonging in your school? Get in touch with our team to learn more!

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