Welcome to Cultivated Minds
Cultivating Brilliance, Inspiring Success.
We are dedicated to closing the achievement gap by providing specialized services that help students thrive, particularly in the areas of special education, evaluations, and leadership development.
Cultivated Minds Educational Services LLC
At Cultivated Minds Educational Services, I focus on providing culturally responsive services that honor the diverse backgrounds of the families and communities I serve. Whether through individual coaching, workshops, or consulting with school districts, my mission is to bridge gaps in education, help students develop leadership skills, and provide families with the tools they need to advocate for their children’s success.
When I’m not working, you’ll find me indulging in my love for travel, self-care, and spending time with my family and friends
Workshops/Trainings for Parents, School Staff, and Students
For Parents
Workshops focused on strategies to enhance parenting skills, including communication, discipline.
For School Staff
Trainings on identifying and managing mental health crises in the classroom, suicide prevention.
For Students
Study Skills and Test Anxiety: Workshops aimed at teaching students effective study habits, time management.
Type of evaluations
Psychological Evaluations:
* Assess cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
* Often used to diagnose learning disabilities, ADHD, or emotional disorders.
Educational Assessments:
* Focus on academic skills, such as reading, writing, math, and general learning capabilities.
* Used to identify specific learning disabilities or challenges in school performance.
Intellectual or Cognitive Testing:
* Assess a student’s intelligence and cognitive abilities, often through IQ testing.
* Commonly used to identify giftedness or intellectual disabilities.
What Sets Us Apart
Culturally Responsive & Compassionate Approach
As a Black woman-owned business, we understand the unique challenges faced by underrepresented communities.
Holistic Services for Families & Districts
Unlike many educational service providers, we offer a comprehensive suite of services that not only address the academic.
Contractual Expertise with a Personal Touch
Our ability to offer high-level, professional contract services—specifically for evaluations and consultations.
Leadership Development
We don't just focus on academic achievement; we cultivate leadership in the students we serve.
Committed to Reaching Back
We view our role not just as educators, but as mentors and advocates who “reach back” to uplift others, creating.
Meet The Founder
Hello! I’m Mardaysha Harris, the founder of Cultivated Minds Educational Services, a passionate advocate for educational equity, special education, and social-emotional learning. With a strong foundation in school psychology and mental health counseling, I’ve dedicated my career to supporting students, families, and educators in navigating the complex educational landscape.
I hold a Master’s in Education and an Educational Specialist degree, and I am a nationally certified school psychologist. Over the past several years, I’ve had the privilege of working in multiple school districts, where I’ve helped students thrive through special education assessments, interventions, and personalized support plans.
Family/Individual Services
Academic Coaching
One-on-one sessions to help students with organizational skills, time management, setting academic goals.
Tutoring
Offering specialized tutoring services for students in areas like reading, math, writing, or specialized learning needs.
Leadership Development
Working with individual students or groups to enhance leadership skills, such as communication, decision-making.
Parent Coaching/Counseling
Offering one-on-one or group coaching to parents on how to support their child’s emotional and academic development.
What The Parents Say
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