Dr. Gooden has facilitated helpful consultations for different schools, school districts, and classes struggling with race related education issues at their institutions.

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Testimonials

  • "Power zoom session today! Dr. Mark Gooden, co-author Five Practices for Equity Focus School Leadership coached the Texas Principal Leadership Academy cohort through the best practices for engaging staff in meaningful conversations about race and equitable approaches for school systems."

    — Gabriel J. Adame | University of Texas in Austin

  • "Appreciated the realness… Dr. Mark challenged us to put in to practice engaging in critical culture conversations. It was enlightening!"

    — Anna Claire Parker | Assistant Principal, Southaven Intermediate School

  • "Learning from Dr. Mark Gooden has been informative, thought-provoking, and was not enough time. Truly enjoyed this session."

    — Jeffly J. Noel | Schmalz Elementary

  • "Dr. Mark Gooden was dropping gems at the Equity Institute with Ohio State Education and Human Ecology and Columbus City Schools! Great keynote and workshop."

    — Terrance L. Green | Associate Professor of Educational Leadership & Policy at University of Texas in Austin

  • "Alumna Dr. Mark Anthony Gooden served as a keynote speaker at our 2023 annual Leadership for Equity Institute which focused on the unique role of Assistant Principals and the intersection of leadership, equity and wellbeing. "

    — Ohio State Education and Human Ecology

  • "'Equity is not a bad word!' Thank you Dr. Mark Gooden for inspiring and educating!"

    Wendy Tillet | Assistant Principal, Cumberland Elementary School

  • "Grateful to Dr. Mark Gooden, co-author of 'Five Practices for Equity-Focused School Leadership,' for joining our #TPLA24 cohort this morning and sharing the best practices for engaging staff in meaningful conversations about race and equity."

    Lourde Ventura-Rubio | Bilingual Educator and Principal Intern for Round Rock ISD

  • "Thank you Dr. Mark Gooden for your presentation on Culturally Responsive School Leadership. Writing our story based on race was impactful. A powerful discussion!"

    Lauren Malekebu | Principal of Haynes Bridge Middle School