Barbara Boone, PhD
Barbara Boone, is the Program Director for Family Engagement Programs at The Ohio State University, Center on Education and Training for Employment. This role includes directing the Ohio Statewide Family Engagement Center.
Dr. Boone leads a multidisciplinary team focused on improving partnerships between home, school, and communities for children of all ages. They do this through research, developing tools and resources for families, facilitating professional development, and working directly local school districts, state agencies, local school districts, and organizations.
She was previously an early childhood educator, parent educator, education consultant, and Director at the Ohio Department of Education. A sought-after speaker and advisor for school-family partnerships, Dr. Boone regularly works with state and district leaders across Ohio and the country.
A mother of three children and grandmother too, Dr. Boone takes a family-centered approach to education. She recognizes that each and every child will learn, grow, and live fulfilling lives when nurtured by their families, and supported by their schools and communities.
When not working, Dr. Boone biking and hiking. She is a Master Gardener Volunteer with interests in wildflowers, gardening to support wildlife (and family), and keeping honeybees.
She received her Ph.D. from The Ohio State University, a Masters degree from The University of Kentucky, and a Bachelor of Science from Michigan State University.
Research Interests
- Parent and Family Engagement Prek-12