Dr. Sharrah Pharr
Owner - Educational consultant
Dr. Sharrah Pharr has versatile perspective to support campus leadership with a lens of student-centered growth and efficient fiscal practices. She has a Ph.D. in School Improvement, Masters in Educational Leadership, Bachelors of Business Administration, superintendent certification, experience as a campus principal and a former career and education teacher. She enjoys working with campus and district staff to develop innovative ways to enhance public education.
Doug Oakes
Educational consultant
As a classroom teacher, Doug gained extensive experience working in Alternative Education Programs with students in at-risk situations. He holds a Master of Science degree in Educational Administration and has twenty-three years of experience guiding Texas school districts and charter schools through the maze of state and federal program regulations. His background also includes professional planning experience and forty years writing and editing a variety of publications from district/campus improvement plans to newsletters and manuscript-length documents.
Susan Forthman
Educational consultant
Susan Forthman has served in Texas public education as a teacher, academic dean, principal, director, and consultant for over 30 years. As a Tomorrow’s Leaders Fellow at Trinity University in San Antonio, Susan had the opportunity to earn an M.Ed. in School Administration while studying and practicing under the mentorship of several of the top researchers in school leadership, followed by post-grad studies in governmental accounting. In addition to serving as a consultant for state and federal programs, Susan has extensive experience in writing and administering competitive grants for Texas school districts.
Amanda Fullilove
Educational Consultant
Amanda Fullilove has served as a teacher, instructional coach, accountability and curriculum director, and federal programs director. Amanda supports educational leaders with a perspective that connects instruction, compliance, and finance. She holds a Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Texas A&M University and has experience at both the campus and district level with school improvement, instructional leadership, professional development, fiscal efficiency and state and federal accountability. Amanda is passionate about supporting districts with strategies to maximize funding and student achievement.
Alex Dominguez
Educational Consultant
Alex Dominguez has amassed 29 years of experience in education, encompassing 12 years at the campus level and 17 years with the Education Service Center, Region 20. In her more recent position with the service center, Alex offered training, technical assistance, and direct support to 90 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in adhering to federal program requirements and implementing best practices. Alex is eager to offer comprehensive support to LEAs striving to fulfill Title program compliance and cater to the needs of both students and staff while easing the anxiety of federal fund spending.
Jamie Goodwin
Educational Consultant
Jamie Goodwin has more than 20 years of experience supporting students, educators, and school leaders across public, charter, and private school settings, as well as the Education Service Center, Region 20. She holds master’s degrees in Educational Administration and Special Education and has served in a variety of roles including teacher, program coordinator, and district support specialist, providing guidance in special education, accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts. Jamie is committed to helping campuses and districts navigate complex requirements while implementing effective systems and best practices, striving to provide practical, student-centered support that strengthens program implementation, promotes compliance, and helps educational leaders improve outcomes for all students.