About Janet Ferone
For over four decades, I've worked across urban and suburban schools, higher education, and diverse communities as an educator, school administrator, consultant, and social justice advocate.
My work is driven by a commitment to educational equity and creating opportunities for all learners, particularly students furthest from educational justice. I partner with schools, colleges, and organizations to strengthen inclusive and culturally responsive practices, challenge systemic barriers, and develop practical, sustainable solutions that make a meaningful difference for students and educators.
Key Areas of Work
Speaking &
Workshops
Keynotes and interactive workshops addressing UDL, culturally responsive education, neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed practices, inclusion, and student mental health. Available in person and virtually.
Consulting & Professional Development
Partners with schools and districts to strengthen special education programs, staff, and systems, including tailored professional development, coaching, program review, and ongoing support for K-12 and higher education
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Online
Learning
Flexible courses and professional learning opportunities, eligible for educator recertification, designed for individual educators and school teams for success with diverse and complex learners.
Qualifications & Professional Experience
More than three decades of experience designing and leading inclusive, therapeutic, academic, vocational, and transition~focused programs for students with complex learning, behavioral, and mental health needs across Boston Public Schools, independent, and charter schools
Graduate education faculty member and field supervisor supporting teachers and special education administrators in areas including culturally responsive educational practices, autism and neurodiversity, transition planning, educator preparation, and DEI program development
More than 30 years of local, statewide, national, and international consulting experience supporting schools, districts, charter schools, and educational organizations in inclusive practices, special education systems, culturally responsive education, professional development, and leadership coaching
M.Ed., Special Education; Certificate in Advanced Education Leadership, Harvard University, Massachusetts licensed principal, special education administrator, and special education teacher • Massachusetts DESE Approved Professional Development Provider
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What Educational Leaders Say
Janet’s professional development series on culturally responsive educational practices was thoughtful, engaging, and deeply impactful for our district educators. Participants left with practical strategies, meaningful opportunities for reflection, and a stronger understanding of how to create inclusive and supportive learning environments for all students.”
Melanie Curtin
Superintendent, Weymouth
Public Schools
“Janet founded our Special Education Department, establishing policies and practices that contributed to numerous national awards for our school. She is a culturally sensitive educator who demonstrated deep commitment to student achievement and respect for all students. I counted on her insights, advice, and follow~ through in facing countless issues.”
Meg Campbell
Founder, Codman Academy Charter Public SchoolPublic School
Janet Ferone is a thoughtful, strategic, and collaborative educational leader. Through her work with our institution, she demonstrated a strong ability to engage faculty, graduate students, and school district leaders across multiple content areas. Her professionalism, expertise, and commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments made a significant impact on our educational community.
Dr. Giordana Basta
Assistant Provost
Curry College
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