Like the patterns and colors inside a kaleidoscope, the world is ever changing. We are here to help you adapt and excel.

We can help you reach and teach diverse learners. So, you can meet instructional goals and learning targets, and your students can have more choices when deciding what they want to do with their talents and skills.

I Speak.

Educational Workshops and Seminars

Let us help you positively impact the academic achievement and well-being of your diverse student population. 

I Write.

Personal Blog

Weekly reflections about life, language, and love.

I Share.

Freebies and Products

Interested in free downloads? Looking to purchase our publications? Visit our store. Return often to check for new topics and titles.

Need Quick Advice?

I’m full of experiences and ideas. Please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Upcoming Events in 2021

Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome/High-Functioning Autism Support Group Meetings

October 10, 2021

November 21, 2021

December 19, 2021

Meetings are currently being held online via Zoom. Please email me with “Support Group” in the subject line, and I’ll get back to you ASAP.

Catching Up Your ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS Who Have Fallen Behind

— Register Here

November 15, 2021 in person Harrisburg, PA

November 16, 2021 in person Cherry Hill, NJ

November 17, 2021 in person Long Branch, NJ

November 18, 2021 in person Newark, NJ

November 19, 2021 in person Hartford, CT

Strengthening ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS’ Engagement and Academic Achievement: Strategies that Work!

— Register Here

December 6, 2021 in person Tulsa, OK

December 7, 2021 in person Wichita, KS

December 8, 2021 in person Kansas City, MO

December 9, 2021 in person Springfield, MO

December 10, 2021 in person St. Louis, MO

December 15, 2021 LIVE Online 

10 AM Eastern, 9 AM Central, 8 AM Mountain, 7 AM Pacific

January 4, 2022 in person Cherry Hill, NJ

January 5, 2022 in person Allentown, PA

January 6, 2022 in person Newark, NJ

January 7, 2022 in person Long Branch, NJ



Our story

Kolak Group Inc. is an educational consulting firm, specializing in professional development, coaching and support for those responsible for meeting the cognitive, social, emotional and/or spiritual needs of diverse learners.

Cynthia Cardenas-Kolak, Ed. D., is president and founder of Kolak Group Inc. She taught in public schools, K-12 and at the university level over a combined total of 30 years. She continues to research and independently consult while collaborating with the Bureau of Education and Research (BER), based out of Bellevue, WA. She has served as project director and manager for several training modules for the Texas Education Agency as both an independent contractor and a training specialist for Region IV Education Service Center, Houston, Texas. She also facilitates a peer support group for Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism.

We are happy to tailor our services for your needs.