EnlightenEdD Practitioners
Conversations that Ignite Change
About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Our Story
Drs. Julie DiPilato and Jonathan Page met in the winter of 2022 during their doctoral studies in a course on Leadership for Social Justice. Paired for weekly conversations, they quickly discovered a shared commitment to equity and a common thread running through their research: belonging.
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Though approaching their work from different lenses—Dr. DiPilato from middle school education and Dr. Page from higher education—they are united by a belief that belonging is foundational to meaningful learning and leadership.
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Julie’s work centers on creating spaces where every student feels they belong, using career exploration in adolescence as a powerful equity lever, and helping young people see their future selves and expand what they believe is possible. Jonathan brings expertise in curriculum design, equity, inclusion, and organizational development, with a mission to inspire the next generation of citizen leaders.
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Their combined research and practice center on belonging, culturally responsive pedagogy, and identity development. Together, they host conversations that challenge systems, elevate lived experiences, and explore how belonging can transform education.
Meet The Team
Dr. Julie DiPilato
Dr. Julie DiPilato is the founder of Beyond Fitting In Educational Consulting and a transformative leader specializing in student belonging, equity-centered systems redesign, and college, career, and technical education (CCTE) alignment.
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With more than 15 years in education and 16 years in business, she partners with schools, districts, and organizations to design inclusive learning systems, lead high-impact professional development, and implement data-informed strategies that strengthen student engagement and community partnerships—cultivating belonging, expanding opportunity, and creating the conditions for future-focused, authentic learning.
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She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics from Bentley University, a Master’s degree in Middle School Education from American International College, and a Doctor of Education from Northeastern University.
Dr. Jonathan Page
Dr. Jonathan Page brings nearly three decades of experience across faculty roles and Student Affairs, including 15 years in K–12 education. His work focuses on inclusive learning environments, equity, and preparing students to become engaged citizen leaders.
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He holds a B.A. from James Madison University, an M.A. from Longwood University, and an Ed.D. from Northeastern University. He co-authored Longwood University’s first Diversity Strategic Plan and serves as co-chair of the University Diversity Council.
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Dr. Page’s research and practice center on belonging, mentorship, campus climate, culturally responsive pedagogy, and identity development. His mission is to inspire the next generation of leaders through equity-centered curriculum design and organizational development.