Dr. Deborah Higdon is an experienced educational leader. She has been a school nurse, high school teacher, assistant principal, principal and central office supervisor. Dr. Higdon has presented at the International Fathers and Families, ASCD, BOND Academy and the ASCD Ghana International Educators Summit. Dr. Higdon is currently co-authoring an ASCD book with Dr. Chacko Abraham, titled The Dad Difference: How and Why to Invite Fathers into Your School that will be available in March 2026. She is currently a K-12 administrative substitute and an adjunct professor for Montgomery College. Dr. Higdon is a father engagement specialist.