Judy Jablon has been a consultant to the Maryland State Department of Education for 11 years, during which time she has contributed significantly to Maryland's Early Childhood initiative, specifically the development of The Maryland Model for School Readiness (MMSR). The purpose of the MMSR is to improve the performance of kindergarten, prekindergarten, and special education students by providing intensive professional development for teachers and other early childhood providers.

Judy has been masterful in assisting all school systems in Maryland to improve school readiness using the standards-based approach that links curriculum, assessment, and instruction. In addition, Judy has coached Maryland's cadre of MMSR trainers. The on-going relationship they have had with Judy has enabled all members of the cadre to emerge with confidence in their facilitation skills and strategies, a stronger knowledge base about how young children learn, and an increased desire to set high standards of quality for their personal and professional growth.
Janice Treakle
Maryland State Department of Education



Since beginning her consulting practice in 1990, Judy has focused her professional services in four main areas which intersect and overlap on some projects: consultation, facilitation, coaching, and professional development. By focusing her efforts on being a connector between people and ideas, Judy helps generate natural solutions that are discovered through active dialogue.

Whether facilitating a staff retreat or delivering a keynote address, she guides groups and individuals through the process of defining issues and finding solutions using a balance of relationship building, collaboration, and strategic development. Clients describe her as "a clear and quick thinker" who is "always inspiring" and has "a special talent for bringing groups together. "

Judy is valued by her clients for her ability to assemble the right team for a project, create focused discussions, and promote unique solutions. For clients such as the Maryland State Department of Education, Department of Defense Education Activities, and Scholastic, Inc., Judy's contributions translated into improved professional development, clearer organizational goals, and a renewed sense of purpose.
© 2008 by Judy Jablon. All rights reserved.