Featured Consultant

Whitney McKinley

M.Ed.
Education Consultant

About Whitney

When learners are seen, heard, and valued, real growth becomes unstoppable.

Whitney is a seasoned innovation consultant, educator, and system leader who specializes in helping school boards, ministries, and educators design transformative learning experiences that are deeply engaging and future-focused. With over 15 years of experience in K–12 education, Whitney brings a proven track record of supporting districts in scaling initiatives that blend pedagogy, technology, and equity to create meaningful, sustainable impact.

Whitney believes the most powerful learning happens when educators are empowered to lead with curiosity, creativity, and confidence. She partners with teams to co-design strategies that challenge the status quo, whether that’s developing Generative AI implementation frameworks, launching esports programs grounded in mental health and transferable skills, or supporting educators in rethinking instructional design to meet the needs of today’s learners.

Her work is driven by a deep belief that education is not one-size-fits-all. She is energized by discovering “new sizes”; innovative strategies, bold questions, and inclusive approaches that help educators do their best work so that students receive the best possible learning experience. For Whitney, the future depends on our ability to nurture not just problem solvers, but problem seekers, young people ready to confront the wicked problems of our time with resilience and purpose.

When she’s not leading transformative projects or co-hosting The Deep Learning Dialogues podcast, Whitney can be found on the baseball field with her sons, road-tripping with her family, or dreaming up creative ways to blend passion and purpose into learning.

Experience

16 Years

Certifications

  • Masters of Education focusing on Generative AI and Assessment in K-12 Education, Completion 2026
  • Bachelor of Education
  • BA (Honors Specialist) History and Geography
  • ISTE U Artificial Intelligence Explorations for Educators Certification

Key Skills and Qualifications

  • Generative AI Integration in Education
  • Deep Learning & Transferable Skills Implementation
  • Esports & Digital Engagement Strategy
  • STEM, Robotics & STREAM Integration
  • Instructional Design & Innovation Coaching

Recognition and Publications

  • Co-Host & Co-Producer – The Deep Learning Dialogues Podcast
  • Co-Creator – WCDSB Generative AI Guidelines
  • C21 AI Use Case Initiative for Canadian Education
  • Research: Generative AI in K–12 Assessment: Rethinking Design and Integrity (2026)

Academic Qualifications

  • Experiential Learning and Innovation Lead
  • Elementary Educator, Grades 1-8
  • Special Education Teacher
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