Dr. Ashanti Haynes is a passionate educator dedicated to the success of all students, specifically, Black and Brown students. She began A.T. Haynes Consulting, LLC after graduating from St. John Fisher University and saw a need to train educators in culturally responsive teaching.

Dr. Haynes has more than 10 years experience in education as an assistant principal and teacher. She has implemented culturally responsive teaching practices and had several students score proficiency levels on the NYS ELA, Mathematics and Science exams. She has established several culturally responsive initiatives in schools to promote student achievement and support their social emotional learning. In addition, Dr. Haynes has organized and led a team to decrease chronic and severe absenteeism.

Dr. Haynes holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication from the University at Buffalo, a Master of Science in Education (Childhood Grades 1-6), a Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Leadership from Buffalo State University and a Doctorate in Executive Leadership specializing in culturally responsive teaching from St. John Fisher University. In her spare time, Dr. Haynes enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, fitness, and cooking.