ABOUT
KRD is a 100% Native American and Woman-owned small business. Karen R. Dixon, Principal owner, is the authorized representative who holds teaching and administrative certification in the states of New Mexico and Alaska.
Karen R. Dixon, M.S.
Founder/Owner
At KRD Enterprise LLC, the strength of our work comes from the strength of our people. We value the individuality, expertise, and lived experience of every consultant and partner who contributes to our mission. Each team member is intentionally selected to ensure alignment with KRD's business goals and to uphold the company's core values in every engagement.
Our business goals center on delivering demonstrated results, creative problem-solving, and value-added performance for every customer we serve. We approach each project with a commitment ot excellence, cultural responsiveness, and strategic clarity.
Education:
1979 MS Educational Administration: New Mexico State University
Recognition and Accomplishments:
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New Mexico Public Education Department Educator Leadership Cadre Member
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First Navajo Administrator for a 200 year old college preparatory school
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Appointed Navajo Nation Task Force Representative to the Joint Bureau of Indian Affairs Reorganization Task Force (Tribal Co-chair for the Education Subcommittee)
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Former board member for two private college preparatory schools
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Council member for New Mexico State University Indian Program
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Bureau of Indian Affairs evaluator for schools nation-wide
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1996 New Mexico State University College of Education outstanding Alumni
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Appointed by the New Mexico State Board of Education to the New Mexico Technology Council
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Appointed by the Governor to New Mexico Technology Commission
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Appointed by the NM State Superintendent to the New Mexico Arts Council –Co-Chair of the Grant/Funds Subcommittee
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Navajo Nation Presidential Appointee to the Division of Navajo Education Directorship
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4-Directions Challenge Grant Recipient of Executive Magazine's Achievement Award
Deborah Badertscher,
Education Consultant / MTSS & PBIS Systems Specialist
"Building cohesive, data-driven systems that transform school culture and student outcomes."
2006 MS Education: Troy University
Professional Summary
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Education leader, school counselor, and veteran with over 20 years of experience integrating PBIS, CHAMPS, SEL, restorative practices, and other evidence-based frameworks into cohesive MTSS systems across diverse educational settings.
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Recognized for designing and leading aligned, data-driven systems that improve student behavior, school climate, attendance, and overall student well-being.
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Extensive expertise in district-wide implementation, leadership coaching, behavioral systems design, and professional development, with a strong record of success in diverse education environments.
Core Competencies
PBIS Implementation & Coaching
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MTSS Systems Design
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School Counseling Leadership
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SEL Frameworks
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CHAMPS Behavioral Systems
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Restorative Practices
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Data-Based Decision Making
Tiered Intervention (Tier 1–3)
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District-Wide Professional Development
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School Climate
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Attendance Improvement
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Leadership Coaching
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Culturally Responsive Practices
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Behavioral System Design
KRD Enterprise, LLC
Aztec, New Mexico 87410
(505) 947-0434