Islah "Izzie" Tauheed, TMI/Gravity Goldberg, LLC K-12 Literacy Specialist/Consultant. Izzie is a courageous advocate for teachers. She works toward change by creating spaces where young people can let their guard down, express their true selves, and experience freedom as learners. She is currently an assistant principal in the Bronx, NY, where she enthusiastically strives to create a mutually-beneficial team that uplifts both educators and students to experience curriculum that reflects the diverse background of students in the school community. Islah is a graduate of Teachers College, Columbia University, a former Heinemann Fellow, and a current member of ASCD’s Emerging Leaders of 2021. Pronouns: she/her