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Russell J. Quagliais a globally recognized pioneer in the field of education, known for his unwavering dedication to Student Voice and Aspirations. Dr. Quaglia has been described by news media as “America’s foremost authority on the development and achievement of student voice and aspirations.” His innovative work is evidenced by an extensive library of researched-based publications, prominent international speaking appearances, and a successfully growing list of aspirations ventures. Among these ventures, Dr. Quaglia authored the School Voice suite of surveys, including Student Voice, Teacher Voice, Parent Voice and iKnow My Class. His books, Engagement by Design; Aspire High: Imagining Tomorrow’s School Today; Student Voice: The Instrument of Change; Principal Voice: Listen, Learn, Lead; and Teacher Voice: Amplifying Success have received international acclaim. In addition to founding and leading the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations, Dr. Quaglia also founded the Aspirations Academies Trust, a sponsor of primary and secondary academies in England built on his aspirations research. Most recently, he has founded the Teacher Voice and Aspirations International Center, dedicated to amplifying the voice of teachers for them to realize their aspirations and reach their fullest potential. Dr. Quaglia earned his bachelor’s degree at Assumption College, a master’s degree in economics from Boston College, and master of education and doctorate degrees from Columbia University, specializing in the area of organizational theory and behavior. He has been awarded numerous honorary doctorates in humanitarian services for his dedication to students. Dr. Quaglia’s work has also led him to serve on several national and international committees, reflecting his passion for ensuring that Student, Teacher, and Parent Voice are always heard, honored, and acted upon.

Kristine Foxis a Senior Field Specialist/Research Associate for the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations. Dr. Fox received her doctorate from The University of Maine in Educational Leadership, EdM from Harvard University and BA from The University of Michigan. She co-authored with Dr. Quaglia 8 Conditions That Make a Difference and Aspire High: Imagining Tomorrow’s School Today (Corwin, 2017), and has published in Educational Leadership, American School Board Journal, ASCD Express and Principal Magazine. For more than a decade she has worked diligently with students, teachers, and administrators to incorporate student voice as a fundamental necessity in school improvement efforts. Dr. Fox previously was a K-8 administrator and 6-12 teacher.

Deborah Youngis the Director of Operations and Program Specialist for the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations (QISA). Deborah earned her Master of Education degree from Smith College. She has teaching experience in both public and private schools. Early in her career, Deborah’s experience in the classroom strengthened the belief that initially drew her to the teaching profession: every child deserves the opportunity to achieve his or her aspirations, and teachers can make a tremendous difference in helping students do just that. Her decisions as a teacher were based on a core belief that mutual respect between teachers and students is essential to creating a positive learning environment. A key aspect of such respect is the ability, and responsibility, of educators to honor and respond to student voice. Deborah’s work at QISA proves to be a continuation of her commitment to honoring student voice as a vital component of creating school environments that foster students’ aspirations.