Learning Intensified Foundation Training for Education
A future where every student is known, every educator is supported, and every school thrives through systems built on trust, purpose, and best practices.
Core Values
People First
School improvement starts with people, not programs. We invest in relationships and recognize that empowered individuals lead to stronger systems.
Integrity above all
What we say aligns with what we do. Trust is built through consistency, character, and follow-through
Mission-Centered Leadership
We help leaders connect with their why, and we guide teams in building schools where every person—student or staff—can discover and fulfill their purpose.
Hope through Action
We combine belief in what’s possible with practical steps forward
Systems That Serve
We partner with schools to design structures aligned with their values to create lasting, meaningful impact.
Clarity Through Communication
We build growth through honest dialogue, curiosity, and collaboration
why lifted?
To empower educators, leaders, and learning communities by providing practical tools, coaching, and support grounded in best practices—helping them build sustainable systems, strong school cultures, and success for all students
Every service that LiftED provides is a customized plan for your School/staff/district needs. After a Needs Analysis Discovery meeting, a customized contract will be created for you.
Below are examples of the foundation training expertise of our collective contractors:
Dr. Cummins retired from public education as superintendent of Neosho School District in 2024. During his 30 years of positively impacting students, he served as coach, teacher, principal, superintendent and junior college vice president. His passion now is for supporting school leaders as they build student-centered systems through sound financial management, positive culture, and exceptional leaders. His district was recognized by Magnify Learning, Marzano Resources, Solution Tree and PRiME Center at St. Louis University.
Dr. Nathan Manley
Co-Founder
Dr. Nathan Manley is an educator and leadership coach who currently serves as a superintendent. He brings extensive experience in instructional leadership, real-world learning, and systems-level school improvement, with a passion for helping schools create meaningful, future-ready learning experiences for all students. Throughout his career, Dr. Manley has served as a teacher, principal, and assistant superintendent, focusing on developing strong leadership teams, sustainable systems, and a culture that supports both educators and learners.
