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Robbin R. Clark, Ed.S.

Principal, Bridges Secondary School - Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind

Bountiful, UT 84010

2Years experience
2Awards received

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Degree University of Kentucky - EdS Cert Certified Instructional Coach Member Councils of Schools for the Blind (COSB)

Her Story

About Robbin

Robbin R. Clark, Ed.S., is an experienced educational leader and the Principal of Bridges Secondary School at the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind in Bountiful, Utah. With more than two decades in education, Robbin has built her career around supporting students with visual impairments and DeafBlindness. Her personal connection to the field, including being raised by a blind mother, helped inspire her commitment to creating meaningful educational opportunities for students with unique learning needs.

Throughout her career, Robbin has served in a range of educational and leadership roles, including elementary DeafBlind teacher, early intervention specialist, Education Projects Coordinator, Expanded Core Curriculum Coordinator, Curriculum & Instruction Specialist, and Principal. She holds an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership and Administration from the University of Kentucky, a master's degree in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and additional academic experience at Northern Illinois University and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She is also a certified instructional coach and has been recognized with honors including the APH Scholar Award and the Exemplary School Communication Award from the Utah School Public Relations Association.

Robbin's professional work centers on strengthening the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) for students with visual impairments. Through her leadership, presentations, professional development, and work with educators, she advocates for moving beyond checklist-based instruction toward individualized, intentional learning that develops independence, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, self-directed learning, and the ability to transfer skills into authentic settings. She is active with the Councils of Schools for the Blind and develops resources through Expanded Core Solutions, with a focus on helping educators create sustainable instructional practices that prepare students for successful futures.

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Robbin

01What do you attribute your success to?

I attribute my success to my personal experience growing up with a blind mother, which inspired my specialization in education for students with visual impairments and deafblindness. My education and commitment to the Expanded Core Curriculum have helped me improve students’ quality of life and make a meaningful impact.

02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

The best career advice I’ve received came from mentors Ginger Purgley and Jeanette Haines, who taught me the importance of graceful advocacy, encouraged my growth, and gave me valuable opportunities early in my teaching career.

03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?

Always look for meaningful ways to make a difference in the lives of children. Your work can have a lasting and positive impact.

04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?

One of the biggest opportunities in my field is being able to support every child I work with and make a meaningful difference in their lives. While it can be challenging to meet each child’s unique needs, the opportunity to help them grow and succeed is incredibly rewarding.

05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?

I value making a sustainable difference by empowering students to become independent, building capacity through others, and contributing to humanitarian efforts such as supporting food pantries and women’s education.

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