S P E A K I N G & C O N S U L T I N G
Inspire Your Leaders. Transform Your District.
Dr. Foley delivers keynotes and workshops that don't just motivate—they equip leaders with frameworks for measurable change.
| TALK | WHAT AUDIENCES WALK AWAY WITH | BEST FOR |
|---|---|---|
| From Vision to Victory | The complete transformation framework — what urban school leaders need to know and do to lead lasting change. | Conferences • District PD • Summits |
| Excellence Is Not a Privilege | A direct challenge to the idea that some schools are just expected to struggle. High expectations, equity, and what it takes to close the gap in practice. | Supt. & Principal Conferences |
| Restorative Practices That Actually Work | The Arthur Hill story: 750% suspension reduction, $800K to $20M in scholarships, 78% to 94% graduation rate — step by step. | School Leaders • District Teams |
| Building What Didn't Exist | How to design a new school's academic culture from scratch — curriculum, AP expansion, college access, and belief systems all at once. | School Design • Redesign Teams |
| The Origin Story as Leadership Tool | Why the most powerful thing you bring to leadership is who you are and where you came from — and how to use it. | Leadership Development • Ed.D. Programs |
Speaking
Bring Dr. Foley to Your Stage
A direct, no-excuses message on urban school transformation — built on nearly 30 years of leading in one of America's most challenging districts.
The Urgency Is Now: Why Urban Education Can't Wait
Urban schools are in crisis and slow, incremental change is no longer an option. This session challenges leaders to confront uncomfortable truths, build a sense of urgency across their organizations, and commit to bold action before another generation is lost.
Vision That Persuades: How to Tell a Story That Moves People to Act
A vision statement on a wall changes nothing. A story that connects people to purpose changes everything. Dr. Foley shares how to craft and communicate a compelling vision that drives alignment, inspires staff, and mobilizes communities.
Your Origin Story Is Your Greatest Leadership Asset
The most powerful leadership tool you have is not your title — it is your story. This session helps leaders uncover, refine, and deploy their personal narrative to build trust, establish credibility, and create authentic connections with students, staff, and families.
Raising Expectations: The Non-Negotiable Path to Student Success
Low expectations are the silent killer of urban education. Dr. Foley makes a direct, evidence-based case for why raising the bar — for students, staff, and systems — is not only necessary but the most equitable act a leader can take.
Building Coalitions in Hard Places: Mobilizing Communities When It Matters Most
Real change requires more than a strategic plan — it requires people. This session provides a practical framework for identifying key stakeholders, navigating resistance, and building the community coalitions necessary to sustain transformation.
The Equity Dilemma: Confronting Systemic Inequality in Urban Schools
Equity is not a program — it is a commitment that demands structural change. Dr. Foley leads an honest, solutions-focused conversation about the systemic inequalities embedded in urban education and the courageous leadership required to dismantle them.
Data That Transforms: Using Information to Drive Real Change
Data without action is just noise. This session teaches leaders how to move beyond dashboards and use data as a tool for honest self-assessment, strategic decision-making, and holding systems accountable for student outcomes.
Sustainable Leadership: Building Systems That Outlast You
The true measure of a leader is what happens after they leave. Dr. Foley shares how to build the structures, cultures, and leadership pipelines that ensure transformation is permanent — not person-dependent.
How to Work With Dr. Foley
Keynote Address
Dr. Foley delivers a direct, no-excuses message on urban school transformation — built around the Vision to Victory framework.
Half-Day Workshop
A working session for leadership teams ready to move from conversation to commitment. Teams examine their own vision and identify barriers.
Full-Day Intensive
Designed for district and school leadership teams serious about transformation. The day combines honest self-assessment and planning.
Executive Consulting
Direct, candid advisory support for superintendents and cabinet leaders navigating difficult transformation work.
Book Dr. Foley for Your Next Event
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