Anthony Colannino

A delayed vocation to education, Anthony has taught, led, and consulted in schools for more than 20 years following a brief career in journalism. He’s witnessed firsthand the power of a kind word at the right time, the positive response when dignity is offered, and the difference educators can make in the lives of children. He is buoyed by the hope an effective education holds for all our students, which in turn improves schools, districts and communities.

Anthony taught fifth grade in Boston (hired two days before school started) and Cambridge, MA and led four schools in the greater Boston area. He's currently consulting through his own company, Leading and Teaching for Growth, but also worked for the consultancy Dr. Carol Dweck co-founded, Mindset Works Inc., and the International Center for Leadership in Education.

When not writing he loves a great short story, skiing, and watching thoroughbred horses run in circles. He lives with his wife, two children and their dog just north of Boston.