Park Academy – Paula Kinney
Dr. Kinney has been an educator for many years, as a teacher, principal, district school administrator, and college professor. She has spearheaded several innovative schools, one of which is a state and national award winning school that has been rated “Exceptional” by the Oregon Department of Education since her tenure. As a national and international consultant, she specializesg in developing effective leaders and designing new or reformed schools.
Her area of concentration has been to improve academic achievement and prepare students to become college-successful, especially for underrepresented population of students. She believes all students, elementary through graduate school, are able to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally if major factors such as learning styles, differentiated instruction, student interests, passions, and a personalized environment are at the forefront of their education. Her research and publications have focused on equity and excellence in education.
“Now I am never hungry , never thirsty,
as I command the stage”
Eleanor Antin, Ballerina