Educator, researcher, & keynote speaker advancing culturally responsive education
Dr. Gordon brings 20+ years of educational expertise to keynotes, workshops, and professional development sessions. Her presentations challenge deficit narratives and provide actionable strategies for building culturally responsive programming.
EDUCATION & ACCREDIDATION
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Doctorate in Instructional and Administrative Leadership
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UCLA Certified College Counselor
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Dr. Gene Geisert Outstanding Dissertation Award
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20+ years in education across multiple roles
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Graduate Professor, St. John's University
Community Cultural Wealth:
Transforming How We See Student Potential
Building College-Ready Mindset from Elementary School
Family Engagement That Works: Moving Beyond Deficit Thinking
The Six Capitals:
Practical Applications for Educators
First-Generation to Faculty: Leveraging Your Story for Impact
Contact Dr. Gordon for a custom Speaking Topic
Keynote Topics Include:
Audiences Served:
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K-12 schools and districts
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Pre-college programs
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Educational conferences
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University schools of education
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Community organizations
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Parent groups
Speaking Formats:
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Keynote addresses (45-90 minutes)
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Workshop facilitation (half-day, full-day)
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Professional development series
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Panel discussions
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Webinars
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speaker request
Please complete the form below to inquire about availability, speaking topics, and event details. Dr. Gordon will follow up to discuss alignment, logistics, and next steps.
Upcoming and past events
Dr. Gordon regularly speaks at conferences, universities, and professional learning events focused on equity, education, and student success.
Fall 2022
Queens, NY
Hosted By St. John's University
ACEI Inclusive Teaching Fellow
March, 2023
Queens, NY
Hosted By St. John's University
Empowering Parents Through the College Application Journey 12th Annual Leadership Symposium
March, 2025
Queens, NY
Hosted By St. John's University
She Leads: Women's History Month Panel
BLOG
Community Cultural Wealth
Think of this blog series as a tool, a resource for families, educators & institutions working to support the higher education journey for the students in their lives. In it we tackle Equity in Education, Asset-Based Thinking, Family and Community Empowerment, Cultural Pride and Identity, Social Justice Through Education.
