Kay Sturm

Kay Sturm, Ed.D, currently serves as a National Faculty and Curriculum Developer at PBLWorks and an Education Consultant for The Umi Project, focusing on intentional design and deeper learning education. With extensive experience in education, Sturm has held various roles, including Adjunct Professor at the University of Southern California and Student Experiences Coordinator at SEEQS Public Charter School. As a Special Education Department Head at Waianae High School, Sturm has been instrumental in advising teachers and ensuring compliance with IDEA. Sturm’s background includes teaching positions in special education, project-based learning, and inclusion, as well as internships at the U.S. Department of State and Harvard Medical School. Sturm holds an Ed.D in Education Leadership from the University of Southern California, a Master's in Special Education from Chaminade University, and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Northeastern University.