President & CEO @DigitalPromise. @Gatesfoundation alumni. former CEO/Superintendent. 3+ decades in public education. Active pilot. Views my own
Bay Area, CA
Joined November 2011
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There's only a few days left to vote! I’m excited to share that Digital Promise submitted 12 session ideas for @SXSWEDU – covering topics from #ArtificialIntelligence to #edtech product certification. Vote for our sessions by Aug. 18: bit.ly/3M6PTqJ #SXSWEDU
Only 16% of teachers would recommend the profession to a friend. I’m excited to join @bmaddin, @josephTadros, and Molly Gurny @CPRL4ed at @sxswedu to discuss how redesigning teachers’ contracts can lead to digital transformation. bit.ly/3YvmKwN
Today, the New Essential Education Discoveries (NEED) Act was introduced to help schools and colleges make advancements in teaching and learning. Through @dpleague, I know the impact of forward-thinking initiatives in Colorado districts like @Adams12: bit.ly/3Stb3CS
I’m excited to attend & speak at the Global Impact Forum from Sept. 22-25 in Philadelphia. Join me, @k12kimsmith, & more leaders for a collaborative event with @penn_state & @GSVteam, & discuss how to accelerate the positive impact of #AI innovations:
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Meet the 2024 #GreatImmigrants — Great Americans who enrich our democracy through their lives, their work, and their examples. carnegie.io/3xzRl0X
I had the great pleasure of joining Global Silicon Valley Founder & CEO @michaelmoe for the latest episode of "Ed on the Edge" to discuss my life and career, as well as the impactful work happening at @DigitalPromise. Watch or listen here: dashmedia.co/p/ep-12-ed-on-t… #Edtech
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How can we build a systems approach for #AI in education? Chief Digital Equity Officer @DAndreWeaver explains: “Every important stakeholder in a community is from the initial idea all the way to the evaluation and the refinement of this. This is done in community.”
Digital Promise's newest publication urges education leaders to rethink what skill sets will equip learners to lead successful lives, in careers and society, and how to incorporate these essential skills and practices across all subjects. Read it now: bit.ly/3x0V1sb
I had the opportunity to join @greggbehr and @RyanRydzewsk on @slbradio’s Remaking Tomorrow podcast to share about my background, the importance of making technology accessible for all learners, and closing the #DigitalLearning gap. bit.ly/4aD3cJR @remakelearning
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🆕 can't-miss #podcast featuring @BrizardJC! CEO of @DigitalPromise
(formerly with @gatesfoundation @ChiPubSchools @RCSDNYS @NYCSchools). #DPLIS
🎧 now: bit.ly/3TibqzU
@BroadFoundation @PaharaInstitute @DPLeague @RemakeDays @remakelearning @slbradio @When_You_Wonder
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Discover practical steps to foster safe exploration of AI technologies in schools at the next session in @DigitalPromise’s webinar series, facilitated by Dr. Judi Fusco & @pati_ru. Register today! bit.ly/4cbUwvv @kipglazer
@the_nerdy_geek Wyman Khuu @ScottMuri #DPLIS
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What innovative practices are working, and how can we accelerate them? Next week, League leaders will share insights from their districts across topics like nurturing student well-being while preparing them for a changing workforce and reshaping the role of the educator. #DPLIS
It is with great gratitude and excitement that I share @DigitalPromise has received a $1.5M investment from @NewProfit! This investment will support our mission of advancing equitable education systems through research, technology, and innovation. bit.ly/43azitJ
I got the chance to sit down in the "POP Seat" to discuss my work supporting learners, how educators can get involved with @DigitalPromise, and my role as a new board advisor at @brainpop: bit.ly/3P0iYpt
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Digital Promise is revealing an #AI Literacy Framework to support learners, teachers, education leaders, and caregivers with the knowledge and resources they need to understand, use, and evaluate AI. Find out more in this blog post: bit.ly/3I63gp9 #ArtificialIntelligence
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We kicked off day 2 of @AASAHQ's 2024 conference with a room filled with collaborative, innovative superintendents from around the country! Thank you to everyone who joined us & to @gudiel, @DrMiller710, & @Fishthedoctor for speaking to your experience with the League. #DPLIS
It is an honor to be named a new board advisor to @brainpop, an organization that shares @DigitalPromise's commitment to finding high-quality edtech solutions for learners everywhere. prn.to/48frt6W
Superintendents: Are you attending this year’s @AASAHQ National Conference on Education in San Diego? Join @DPLeague for an exclusive breakfast event on Feb. 16 to meet current League leaders & learn more about this innovative network. Register: bit.ly/3Sz77Qa
I was excited to see @usedgov's updated National Educational Technology Plan. This plan is a critical step forward to narrowing the digital divide. Hear from @DAndreWeaver on how @DigitalPromise is ready to engage with this work: bit.ly/3vQIJSz @govtechnews
I'm proud to share a significant new white paper from @DigitalPromise's Center for Inclusive Innovation which shares stories, solutions, outcomes, and learnings from three years of engaging school district and community teams in education R&D. Learn more: digitalpromise.org/ANewNarra…