Our Philosophy of Education is to be a life-long learner and to produce life-long learners.  We believe we must teach the total child.

Our Founder: Debra Keelen has been a dedicated educator in the New Orleans Public School System for over 25 years and adjunct professor at the University of New Orleans. As a numeracy coach in the city’s public school system, Mrs. Keelen has proven success in raising mathematics test scores through data-driven initiatives. Mrs. Keelen was educated at Xavier University with certification in Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science. Mrs. Keelen has served as a Mentor for Teach for America and is a Member of the National Faculty.

Education:

University of New Orleans, Master +30

Xavier University of Louisiana, Master of Arts

Xavier University of Louisiana, Bachelor of Science

Presentations:

Keelen, D. (2016)AFT National Trainer, Success in STEM Education

Keelen, D.(2016) AFT National Trainer, Differentiation

Keelen, D. (2016) AFT National Trainer Strategies To Deal with difficult Parents and Guardians

Keelen, D. (2015/2016) Local Trainer, UTNO

Tools for Educators from Brain Research

Coherent, Cohesive, Learning & Teaching Differentiation, continued

Supporting ELL Learners

Keelen, D. (2014/2015) Local Trainer, UTNO

Rethinking Punishment

Success In STEM

Using the Internet as a Resource to Enhance Mathematics Lessons in the Classroom

Social Media, Teaching & Technology

Keelen, D. (2013/2014) Local Trainer, UTNO

Data Driven Instruction

Thinking Math

Common Core Symposium( All Local Trainers)

STEM at all Levels

Managing Anti-Social Behavior

Strategies for Motivating Learning in Science

Using Common Core through Arts and Physical Education

Keelen, D. (2012/2013) United Teachers of New Orleans. Trainer. CCSS, Technology Integration, Curriculum & Instruction

Keelen, D. (2011) UTN Local Support. AFT National Trainer. Differentiating Instruction:  Strategies for Student Success.

Our Board:

Kandice Keelen, Marketing Director:

George Keelen Senior, Account Executive: