About Max
Dr. Max Weinberg (he/him), the founder of Belonging LLC, has spent more than 25 years in the education profession, serving as a teacher, trained special educator, coach, and administrator.
Max’s passion for Belonging arises from his experiences as a student, parent, and professional advocating for marginalized children. Ensuring that all children are seen and understood in schools is personal and professional. Max brings his background as a loss-affected youth, as a transracial adoptive parent, and as a trauma-informed educator and advocate to each situation he encounters.
Max has researched and written about effective teaching practices and inclusive environments for children who have been adopted, looked after, or fostered. Beyond this precious population, Max’s research offers valuable insights for other students navigating outdated or rigid school systems. Children who feel misunderstood often face undue pressure to conform, which can limit their potential. They deserve advocates who not only help them and their families feel welcome but also fight for systemic change to create more inclusive schools.
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Max holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Concordia University - Chicago. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and American Literature from Brandeis University, a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Bank Street College of Education, and a master’s degree in School Administration and Supervision from Fordham University.
Dr. Max Weinberg (he/him)
Educator/Founder
Ph.D. in Educational Leadership
Hear more about Max’s work on Mindset on Resilience podcast with Daniel Truelove Jr.
Belonging’s mission is to empower members of school communities to cultivate inclusive and supportive communities. By understanding the influential systems at play, Dr. Weinberg at Belonging strives to identify and implement targeted shifts and improvements that best support all community members, particularly children who are most vulnerable to ongoing harm.
Belonging aims to nurture school communities where students feel a profound sense of belonging and are motivated to thrive academically. Strengthened school belongingness can be achieved first through developing understanding and respectful relationships. This occurs through dedicated coaching and support, advocacy within educational institutions, and strategic planning for both short-term and long-term objectives.
