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Dr. Kimberly M. Nolan is an education consultant, published author, and faculty member with 25 years of experience improving outcomes for students that systems overlook. She is the founder of RISE — Reimagining Instruction & Support in Education.

Dr. Kimberly M. Nolan is an education consultant, published author, and faculty member specializing in K-12 school improvement, higher education program development, and education for justice-involved youth. With 25 years in education and 13 years teaching at the graduate level, she has authored two open-access books on juvenile justice and education. She is the founder of RISE — Reimagining Instruction & Support in Education — and holds four degrees including a doctorate in education. Her work has been featured in Youth Today and recognized by Influential Women.

Dr. Kimberly M. Nolan is an education consultant, published author, faculty member, and founder of RISE — Reimagining Instruction & Support in Education. She brings 25 years of experience across K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and juvenile justice settings, with a specialization in school climate and safety, trauma-informed practice, alternative education, and reentry support for court-involved youth. Dr. Nolan has spent 13 years teaching at the graduate level and is the author of Getting Out of South Carolina's Juvenile Justice System (2024) and Education for Young Incarcerated Offenders (2024), both available open-access to maximize reach among practitioners and policymakers. Her work has been featured in Youth Today. Her consulting practice works with school districts, universities, and youth-serving organizations to improve program quality, staff capacity, and student outcomes. She holds four degrees and has been recognized by Influential Women for her contributions to education equity. Dr. Nolan is available for keynotes, workshops, consulting engagements, and media appearances.