At Elevating Exceptionalities Coaching and Consulting, we specialize in empowering educational partners through tailored coaching, consulting, and advocacy services. Our mission is to elevate exceptionalities by providing professional learning opportunities, engaging keynotes, and workshops designed to meet the unique needs of educators and families alike. With a commitment to fostering inclusive educational environments, we offer extended coaching relationships and in-person support to ensure every learner thrives.
1:1 Coaching
Adults or Students
Everyone could use a good coach in their corner! Whether you are trying to better reach your own goals or you have a student that wants to define their future more clearly, we are here to help you on the journey.
Specialized Workshops
We offer specialized workshops designed to equip educational partners with effective strategies and tools to elevate exceptionalities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Advocacy for Exceptional Students
Our team provides in-person educational support for families, helping them navigate challenges and access resources that promote their child's success.
Curated Keynote Sessions
Do you have an upcoming event and need a featured speaker? Chris Rice has years of experience inspiring audiences from the stage. Contact us to discuss your next event!
Meet the Founder!
Chris Rice, MA, CAS, is a lifelong coach, passionate educator, and dedicated advocate whose mission is to serve others and help others reach their goals. A trained and licensed school psychologist, Chris has served in the education space for over a decade. In his roles, he has coached and consulted with countless educators, advocated for families/students, evaluated over 1000 students, developed and written districtwide policies, and trained partners in a variety of essential topics. Most recently, Chris has served as a gifted education psychologist in a central service position for a major school district in North Carolina.
In addition to his professional resume, Chris is the current president of the North Carolina Association for the Gifted and Talented, serves on the Public Policy and Advocacy Committee for the National Association for Gifted Children, and he is a NC Education Policy Fellow (2025-2026). Outside of education, Chris has coached sports for the past 15 years, including football, wrestling, basketball, and lacrosse.
He resides in Cary, NC with his wife, son, and playful pup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of services do you offer?
We provide educational coaching, consulting, and advocacy services tailored to elevating exceptionalities. Our offerings include professional learning, specialized keynotes, workshops, and extended coaching relationships, along with in-person educational support for families.
Who can benefit from your services?
Our services are designed for all educational partners, including teachers, administrators, and families seeking to enhance their understanding and support of exceptional learners. We also offer 1:1 student support to help exceptional students meet their goals!
How do I get started with your coaching services?
To begin, simply reach out through our contact form or give us a call. We will discuss your specific needs and tailor a coaching plan that aligns with your goals.
Do you offer workshops for schools?
Yes, we offer a variety of workshops designed for schools that focus on best practices for supporting exceptional learners. These workshops can be customized to meet the unique needs of your educational environment.
Business Hours
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