MEET THE TEAM
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Dr. Barbara L. Adams
Barbara has conducted education research in Alaska since 2000 and taught at the college level since 1990. As a mathematician and statistician she has engaged in many projects using her unique skills including culturally-relevant curriculum, mentoring, family math nights, and school and district support. She understands the unique context of rural Alaska, Alaska Native education, as well as multi-cultural education. She has participated on mixed methodology research projects and taught PhD students in the area of mixed methodologies social science research at University of Alaska Fairbanks. She has published articles containing quantitative,
qualitative and mixed methods in a variety of journals. She has served as a school board member for her local district for over 10 years, on a regional education board, and on several advisory committees.
Jerry Covey
Jerry Covey is an author, CEO, and consultant, whose practice focuses on education, government, nonprofit leadership, and organizational success. His 40 plus year career has included diverse teaching, administrative, local and state-level leadership positions, and service on state boards and commissions. He has been characterized as a great listener, passionate advocate, and effective persuader, who helps clients meet customer and organizational needs.