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Services Offered by Dr. Andre Benito Mountain
Keynote Speaking
Engaging, culturally grounded talks for conferences, school districts, universities, and community organizations.
Professional Development Workshops
Interactive sessions focused on culturally responsive teaching, Hip Hop pedagogy, literacy innovation, and equity in education.
Curriculum Design & Consulting
Development of K–12 and higher education curricula that fuse academic rigor with cultural relevance and creativity.
Educational Leadership Coaching
Support for principals, instructional coaches, and district leaders around transformational leadership and inclusive school culture.
Museum & Cultural Programming
Strategic consulting for museums and cultural institutions seeking to center education, youth engagement, and Hip Hop.
Adjunct Instruction & Guest Lecturing
Available for undergraduate and graduate courses, panels, and university-based education programs.
Literacy Laboratory & Writers’ Studio Design
Implementation of innovative, student-centered learning spaces that integrate art, Hip Hop, and writing.
Virtual Courses & Webinars
Custom learning experiences for educators, students, and thought leaders across the globe.
Strategic Planning for Equity & Engagement
Customized consulting to support organizations and schools in aligning their work with justice-centered, student-driven outcomes.
I teach to inspire transformation. Culture guides my curriculum, and the classroom is my cipher.
-Dr. Mountain
Meet Dr. Mountain
Dr. Andre Benito Mountain is a dynamic voice at the intersection of education, leadership, and Hip Hop culture. As the Director of Education for The Hip Hop Museum—opening Fall 2026—and an adjunct professor in the Education Department at the State University of New York (SUNY) Old Westbury, he brings both scholarly insight and real-world experience to every space he enters. Currently serving in Georgia’s largest school district, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Dr. Mountain keeps one foot grounded in K–12 classrooms, another in higher education, and his mind firmly focused on the future of teaching, learning, and cultural relevance.
Now booking keynote speeches, professional development, and consulting engagements for schools, universities, conferences, and cultural institutions.
Taking Notes: Jazz and the American Story
Taking Notes is an engaging, interdisciplinary program that introduces middle and high school students to the rich history, cultural significance, and creative power of jazz music. Through live performances, historical storytelling, and guided writing activities, students explore how jazz has shaped American identity, inspired social change, and served as a powerful form of artistic expression. Blending music appreciation with literacy skills, the program invites students to “take notes” in both senses—learning to listen deeply, think critically, and respond creatively through writing, discussion, and reflection.
The Hip Hop Literacy Laboratory
The Hip Hop Literacy Laboratory is an innovative learning experience that uses the power of Hip Hop to ignite student engagement, strengthen literacy skills, and foster cultural awareness. Designed for elementary through high school students, the Lab blends reading, writing, and critical thinking with the rhythms, stories, and visuals of Hip Hop culture. Through curated texts, original lessons, and interactive projects, students explore identity, history, and language in a space where their voices and experiences are centered. It’s a movement—transforming classrooms into spaces of creativity, empowerment, and academic excellence.
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What my clients are saying
“If you haven’t heard it yet, Hip Hop Laboratory is coming to a school near you!”
“Dr. Andre Benito Mountain blessed us with his presence at our second annual Georgia School Leadership Academy.He came and shared his heart, he shared his passion today with leaders from across the state of Georgia.“
Mr. Kenneth Johnson
Human Resources Director
Richmond County Schools
“[This is] really getting our children to be open to learning more about their history”
“I’m going to bring this approach back to my student teachers so that they can begin to incorporate this in their teaching.“
Dr. Celestial Wills-Jackson
Assistant Professor
Lehman College
“We had an epic presentation by Dr. Mountain.”
It was incredible. Our participants are still raving about the presentation!
Dr. Diana Sukhram
Dean, College of Education
SUNY Old Westbury
Want to learn more?
Schedule your consultation and find out how Dr. André Benito Mountain can help your school or college.
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