Billi Jo Starr

About Billi Jo Starr

Visionary Educator and Administrator with a proven track record of transformative…

Experience

1. Lecturer

   Freedom 4 Youth

   Jan 2020 — Present

   Developed and implemented the groundbreaking course \"Literatures in Juvenile Justice: Theory to Practice,\" showcasing innovative curriculum design that consistently achieved full enrollment (30+ students per quarter) with waiting lists, highlighting program demand.• Achieved exceptional student impact metrics, with over 90% of students in formal evaluations describing the course as \"life-changing,\" reflecting the course’s deep transformative influence.• Pioneered hybrid learning models, integrating virtual guest lectures from scholars that are currently incarcerated, expanding educational access through creative use of technology.• Organized and facilitated restorative justice panels, connecting survivors, offenders, and students in transformative discussions, fostering profound learning experiences.• Developed a comprehensive assessment framework, evaluating both academic achievement and personal growth to measure holistic student outcomes.• Created a replicable curriculum model that blends theoretical learning with practical application, providing a framework for future programs.• Built sustainable partnerships between the University and system-involved or impacted communities, ensuring long-term educational collaboration.