TESTIMONIALS
Corey has been a collaborator of mine for many educational projects, from storytelling workshops with children of itinerant farmers in Michigan to a course for Mastercard Foundation scholars at a university in Costa Rica. His ability to build community and inspire collaboration is a gift that makes challenging work a joy. He makes it easy to do hard work.
Invariably, co-collaborators, whether students or fellow educators, come away with beautiful memories and projects that illuminate the world.
Dr. Phip Ross,
Southeast Community College (Lincoln, NE)
Corey brings his inherent patience and understanding of human emotion and motivation into the classroom with students, into the workshops and seminars with colleagues, into the assembly halls and libraries with staff. As both peer and coach, he inspires with his knowledge and his passion for education and helping students learn, whether those students are adults or children.
If you spend any time with Corey, you’ll eventually have an opportunity to hear him flesh out and articulate a creative solution . . . often while trying to navigate the messiness of grant requirements or administrative protocol. Or watch him captivate an audience with his wit and authenticity—authenticity that assures you the man knows what he’s talking about and can prove it if needed.
Renee Callies
Former IT Communicator
Along with his knowledge and experience in educational settings at the local, state, and national level, Corey brings sensitivity, insight, and a talent for problem solving to the work that he does. In the many professional circles we share, he is known as a valued and trustworthy educator, researcher, and consultant, frequently sought after for ideas and advice.
Dr. Jennifer Lemberg
Senior Faculty Director, TOLI
Co-editor, Becoming a Holocaust Educator: Purposeful Pedagogy Through Inquiry
In my five years working with Corey as Superintendent, his exceptional ability as a thought partner consistently elevated our district's work. He brings fresh perspectives to complex challenges while keeping mission and people at the heart of every decision.
In my three decades as an educator, I've rarely encountered an educational leader with his level of dedication and work ethic.
His talent for bringing people together and strategic problem-solving made him an invaluable partner in advancing educational excellence.
Rick Reo
Superintendent, Bloomingdale Public Schools (MI)