Empowering Educators to Inspire Students and Engage Families

WJR Education Consulting provides custom-designed educational and parent programs that align with your school’s mission. Working collaboratively with administrators, faculty, students, and families, WJR develops robust initiatives that enrich the educational experience of its students and families, fostering a healthful and thriving school community.

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Meet Wendy

WJR Education Consulting, led by Wendy Reiter, MSEd, delivers innovative, customized programs that enrich the educational experience in schools. After a 35-year career at the Horace Mann School in NY, Wendy is now devoted and passionate about designing impactful student initiatives. Her work addresses essential areas, including communication, social-emotional learning, peer relationships, and decision-making. By partnering closely with school communities and collaborating with experts, WJR Education Consulting develops educational and parent programming that strengthens connections, fosters engagement, and builds thriving school communities.

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Our Services

Parent Education Programs

WJR offers parent educational programming designed to support families and foster a strong sense of inclusion and belonging within their school community. By providing a parallel educational experience to their child’s journey, parents gain the knowledge and insight needed to better understand and support their child’s development throughout the school years.

Offerings include:

  • ParentTalks – In-person and virtual events featuring nationally recognized authors, psychologists, and child development experts.

  • Digital Resource Library – A curated collection of parent education materials designed to inform, inspire, and empower.

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Student Education Programs

Schools need strong systems to support both academic achievement and student well-being. Our consulting services help schools build and strengthen programs that align with their mission and community goals.

  • Advising & Faculty Training – preparing teachers to serve as skilled advisors, increasing student support without overextending staff.

  • Leadership & Peer Mentoring – creating programs that foster a positive school culture, improve collaboration, and develop student responsibility.

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 What Schools Ask Us Most

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 What Schools Ask Us Most *

  • We partner with schools to design and deliver parent education and student support programs tailored to each community.

  • School leaders, faculty, parents, and students — helping strengthen the home–school connection.

  • Workshops, talks, and resources on topics like child development, digital lives, resilience, nutrition, and effective communication.

  • Yes. We help schools build advising, leadership, and peer mentoring programs — and train faculty to support them.

  • We customize programs to fit each school’s staffing, budget, and goals.

  • Complete the “Let’s Connect” form, and we’ll schedule a consultation.

  • Robert B. Brooks, Ph.D., Part-Time Faculty at Harvard Medical School

    “I have experienced her tireless efforts and collaboration skills in improving the lives of all members of the school community. It is truly a delight to work with Wendy, given her warmth, empathy, sense of humor, insights, and ability to effectively organize different events.”

  • Lisa Damour, Ph.D., New York Times Bestselling Author

    "Wendy is a woman who makes things happen. Smart, intuitive, and a pleasure to work with - she's exactly the person you want on your team!"

  • Denise Pope, Ph.D., Senior Lecturer, Stanford Graduate School of Education, and Co-Founder, Challenge Success

    “Wendy’s superpower is that she cares so much about families that she has dedicated her life to ensuring that they get the resources they need. She has years of experience working with kids and parents and hosting outstanding parent education events. It’s been an honor to work with her!”

  • Victoria Amada, Horace Mann School, Parent '32

    "Working with Wendy at our school's Parent Institute was an absolute joy. She brings such warmth, empathy, and clarity to every conversation, creating a space where parents feel both supported and inspired. Her ability to connect people and turn ideas into meaningful action is truly special.”

  • Camilla Sacrini, Horace Mann Parent Institute Advisory Board

    “As a member of the Horace Mann parent board, I have had the privilege of witnessing Wendy in action for some time now. Wendy is a volcano of brilliant ideas, which she articulates and brings to fruition with sublimely refined ability. To me, she is a mentor and an inspiration.”

  • Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D., New York Times Bestselling Author and International Speaker

    “As a consultant and speaker, I worked with Wendy Reiter for close to twenty years. She possesses a deep and broad knowledge of independent schools. She is wise, and her judgment, based on decades of experience counseling students, parents, teachers, and administrators in tough situations, is always great. Simply said: Wendy knows her stuff.”

  • Michelle Amilicia, Former Horace Mann Middle School Class Dean

    Wendy is an incredible influence and a master in the field of education and leadership. She has successfully worked with educators, parents, and students in a career that includes developing a successful mentor program, advisory program, and professional development for parents. Her dedication, knowledge, and passion for education and leadership have made a lasting impression and continue to inspire others today.”

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Let's work together to create a learning environment where every student thrives, parents feel valued, and educators are supported. Contact us today to discover how WRJ can help you achieve your educational goals. Together, we can create educational excitement and excellence.

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