Our Education Services team extends the impact of our K-12 work by helping districts align instructional direction, financial strategy, and community trust, long before construction begins and long after projects are complete. We partner with district leaders to create clarity, empower decision-making, and support meaningful change that benefits students, staff, and communities.
Today’s educational landscape is complex. That’s why our team brings together expertise in instructional visioning, strategic finance, and communications, working as one coordinated partner to help districts move forward with confidence.
What We Do and Who You’ll Work With
Instructional Visioning
We help districts define and align instructional goals with the environments needed to achieve them. Through collaborative facilitation and strategic planning, we support teams in creating clarity around curriculum, teaching practices, and learning experiences, ensuring that their educational vision drives every decision, including how spaces are designed and utilized.
Chris Stanley, Ed.D. | Senior Education Strategist
Dr. Stanley brings over 17 years of instructional, administrative, and district-level leadership. His work centers on instructional alignment, professional learning, technology integration, and operational coherence.
Strategic Finance
From long-range planning to sustainable budgeting, our team provides insights that help districts maximize resources and elevate financial strategy as a leadership tool. We guide administrators in connecting investments to values, identifying opportunities for innovation, and building financial frameworks that support student success well into the future.
Kyle Anderson | Project Manager
With more than 25 years supporting Michigan school districts, Kyle brings deep expertise in financial strategy, budget development, and operational planning. His leadership experience provides valuable insights to districts seeking to align resources with their long-term goals.
Communications + Community Engagement
Successful initiatives depend on trust, transparency, and consistent communication. We help districts craft compelling narratives, strengthen community relationships, and prepare leaders to communicate with clarity and confidence; whether navigating change, launching new initiatives, or engaging stakeholders in long-term planning.
Alyssa Bouchard | Community Relations Manager
Alyssa is an award-winning public relations professional with extensive experience in strategic communications. She supports districts in shaping effective communication strategies and building lasting community trust through tailored messaging and design.
Partnering for Long-Term Success
Our work doesn’t begin with construction, and it doesn’t end there either. By integrating instructional visioning, finance, and communications into one coordinated approach, Barton Malow strengthens district capacity and supports sustainable, student-focused progress.
Whether a district is planning for a major bond program or refining internal systems, our Education Services team is here to help leaders move forward with clarity, purpose, and confidence.
