Reviews

In my time as Secretary of Education, Dr. Hollins-Sims was someone I turned to every day to help me develop a departmental culture rooted in equity, inclusion, and belonging, while she simultaneously inspired policymakers to ensure those same values were reflected in our external work that impacted millions of learners in K-12 schools, higher education, early childhood settings, and libraries.

Eric Hagarty

POWERFUL! Every learning experience with Hollins-Sims Consulting can be summed up that way. Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims walks the talk, and her work has provoked our thinking and challenged our behavior. The seeds she has planted in our state’s school climate work will be growing for years to come.

Teri Lawler,

EdD, LPC MH
School Support Services Work Group
Delaware Department of Education

Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims possesses a remarkable gift for leading professional development sessions that focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging. She profoundly shifted perceptions within our K-12 school district faculty-led equity teams, fostering environments of dignity across diverse communities. Participants always leave eager to engage further, a testament to the impactful learning she facilitates.

Kimisha Simpson,
M.Ed
Supervisor for Recruitment, Retention, and Culture
Upper Darby School District

Some of my most rewarding and beneficial professional experiences have been through collaborative projects and learning opportunities with Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims. Her ability to create a safe, inclusive environment fosters impactful collaborations and shared learning experiences. I always look forward to working with her.

Kimberly Yanek,
PhD, PCC-CPIC

Dr. Hollins-Sims is a rare voice and leading expert who combines strategic leadership with a deep understanding of the granular ingredients of MTSS. She’s my go-to colleague for insights into social justice and its intersection with effective instructional strategies.

Amanda VanDerHeyden,
Ph.D.

The formal and experiential knowledge encompassed by Dr. Hollins-Sims is invaluable to any organization looking to improve their district, school, or classroom practices. A bonus is her genuine care for educational practitioners and children.

Ambra L. Green,
PhD