Javier Abaitua

Javier Abaitua

Workforce Development Consultant
Javier Abaitua specializes in government leadership and organizational management within the public sector. He covers topics such as leadership development, strategic planning, staffing, and company culture. Javier’s audience consists of public sector leaders building capacity and driving positive change within their organizations and communities. He focuses on effective and responsive governance for the public good.
Idaho's HB 521 Impacts School Facility Funding and Long-term Planning
Education Management Idaho's HB 521 Impacts School Facility Funding and Long-term Planning

House Bill 521 (HB 521) has ushered in a new era for school facility funding and planning across various districts in Idaho, allocating a remarkable $1.5 billion for building and site improvements. This significant investment, sourced from a $1 billion state facilities bond, is distributed among

Learning Management Systems: Efficiency at the Expense of Joy in Education
EdTech Learning Management Systems: Efficiency at the Expense of Joy in Education

The fusion of technology and education has transformed the college experience with the rise of Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Canvas. These platforms promise efficiency and streamlined coursework management, but at what cost? As we delve into the dynamics of LMSs, we will uncover how these

Virtual Reality: How VR Tech Helps Underresourced Learners Visualize a Better Future
Editorial Virtual Reality: How VR Tech Helps Underresourced Learners Visualize a Better Future

With rampant inequality, access to quality education is only possible for some. While some learn about culture through international trips, experience physics through experiments, and build robots to encourage engineering, others need help accessing one-on-one time with teachers.  Virtual reality

Can UK Universities Survive the Funding Crisis They Face Today?
Education Management Can UK Universities Survive the Funding Crisis They Face Today?

Financial Difficulties Loom Over UK Universities The precarious financial condition of universities in the UK is drawing increasing concern, with significant potential consequences for students, staff, and local communities. At the heart of this issue stands the University of Lincoln (UoL), which

Manasquan Schools Ready for Major Renovations and New Policies
Education Management Manasquan Schools Ready for Major Renovations and New Policies

The 2024/2025 school year is approaching, and the Manasquan School District is gearing up for significant changes and improvements. Both Manasquan Elementary School (MES) and Manasquan High School (MHS) are set to undergo major renovations. At a recent Board of Education (BOE) meeting, plans for

InvestEd Program Launches to Boost Work-Based Learning in Hamilton County
Education Management InvestEd Program Launches to Boost Work-Based Learning in Hamilton County

InvestEd Program Launches to Boost Work-Based Learning in Hamilton County Hamilton County is taking a significant step towards enhancing students' educational experiences with the launch of the InvestEd program. Supported heavily by Duke Energy, the initiative aims to create over 1,000

Can Collaborative Action Research Solve the Teacher Shortage Crisis?
Education Management Can Collaborative Action Research Solve the Teacher Shortage Crisis?

The education sector in countries such as Canada, the United States, Europe, and Australia faces a critical issue: a growing shortage of qualified teachers. This shortage is alarming as it directly impacts the quality of education and subsequent student achievement. The problem extends beyond

FAFSA Delays and System Issues Complicate Financial Aid Process
Education Management FAFSA Delays and System Issues Complicate Financial Aid Process

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a linchpin for students seeking financial support for higher education in the United States. However, recent complications surrounding its availability and functionality are creating significant hurdles. Even for the second consecutive year,

Holistic Program Expands to Aid Native Hawaiian Students' Health and Academics
Education Management Holistic Program Expands to Aid Native Hawaiian Students' Health and Academics

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Elementary and Secondary Education has allocated a substantial grant totaling $3,954,518 to two professors from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa College of Education, Erin Centeio and Kuʻulei Serna. This grant is part of the initiative "I Paʻa Ka H

Were Systemic Failures to Blame for Abuse of Down Syndrome Teen?
Education Management Were Systemic Failures to Blame for Abuse of Down Syndrome Teen?

A deeply disturbing incident has been brought to light involving a paraeducator at a rural Kansas school district, who allegedly subjected a 15-year-old student with Down syndrome to severe physical and emotional abuse. According to a federal lawsuit filed by the teenager's parents, the

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