What Leaders and Boards Say.

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As Commissioner, I worked with superintendents in every corner of Arkansas. The HELM Team is like no other organization providing leadership training in today’s challenging educational setting. These men have led districts through the same pressures the leaders they train are facing right now, and there is no substitute for that.

Dr. Tom Kimbrell, Former Arkansas Commissioner of Education

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I am excited about a new opportunity to support school leaders. The HELM Team combines decades of experience in various school leadership roles that can help you and your district navigate the challenges of leading a school district. Public education is simply not easy. The support that The HELM Team can provide will help you navigate federal, state, and local politics, connect you with a broader network of educational leaders, and assist in navigating the world of school governance.

Mike Poore, 2021 Arkansas Superintendent of the Year, Former Superintendent, Little Rock School District

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There isn’t anything more important in education than growing current and future leaders. The HELM Team is an exciting way to grow leaders to move districts and the state forward to provide quality educational opportunities for our students.

Richard Abernathy, Retired Executive Director, AAEA, Former Superintendent, Bryant School District

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Engaging the challenges facing public schools requires a team of board members and administrators who have a clear vision for their school district and a resolve to work collaboratively for success. More than four decades as a school superintendent has underscored this imperative for success. Building a cohesive leadership team is essential.

Benny L. Gooden, EdD, Retired Superintendent of Schools, Former President, AASA, President, BLG Strategic Solutions LLC