Education Consultant, Author, and Professor
Barbara Friedlander, a Nationally Board Certified Special Education Teacher, is a Coordinator in the Department of Organizational Development in Frederick County Public Schools, Maryland, focusing on increasing inclusion through co-teaching. She is co-author of the book, Powerful Writing Strategies for All Students, along with Karen Harris Ed.D., Steve Graham Ed.D., and Linda Mason Ph.D. With over 30 years of experience in teaching and learning, Barbara has presented at local, state, and national conferences on teaching writing, equity and leadership, school improvement, and co-teaching. She serves on the Maryland Council for Exceptional Children board and the University of Maryland College of Education Alumni Network and was named the Learning Disabilities Association Sam Kirk 2024 Educator of the Year.