Education Evolving

In our latest report, we presented nine recommendations for making statewide assessments and standards more equitable and student-centered. Now our work shifts to action. Fortunately, our recommendations have been well received by many state administrators and policymakers. EE’s Lars Esdal shares how the MN Department of Education is already listening to students on how to make assessments more relevant and useful to them. Visit the link to read the blog post https://lnkd.in/giMDKqjk

Make an investment in us today, to say you’re with us! Our work relies on individuals and organizations who share our vision for equitable, student-centered learning and choose to invest in us. Thanks to their support, just this year we: Saw through honest, inclusive social studies standards for MN students Helped talented teachers earn first-in-the-nation heritage language licenses Hosted 600+ educators and changemakers at the region's largest student-centered convening Made recommendations for standards and assessments that better honor students' whole selves Supported and learned from student-centered schools who keep us grounded Grew our team so we can push this work further And more...

SAVE THE DATE: Monday, May 12 @ Mystic Lake Center Now accepting proposals for SCL4E 2025: The Stories We Carry and the Future We Create At Student-Centered Learning for Equity 2025, hundreds of educators, students, and community leaders will gather to connect and share lessons for more equitable, student-centered learning. That means learning that honors the stories students carry with them, in order to make a future where they want to go. We’re seeking educators and changemakers ready to share their knowledge and tools in powerful breakout sessions next spring. In-person sessions at Mystic Lake Center in Prior Lake, MN; virtual sessions online via Zoom. To learn more and submit your proposals visit here https://lnkd.in/g5urHUsQ Proposals due December 16 at midnight!

We are excited to introduce our new Policy Director, Dr. Aqueelah Roberson! Dr. Aqueelah Roberson is a transformational servant leader who has supported students, families, and community members as an educator in the public and private education sectors for the last 17 years. She has held roles in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul school districts, and served as director of Concordia University’s Dr. Cheryl T. Chatman Diversity Center. Having artistic and loving parents who strongly emphasized the importance of a formal education, Roberson received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre at North Carolina Central University, Master of Fine Arts at the University of Central Florida – Conservatory Theatre, and Doctorate of Educational Leadership at Concordia University, Saint Paul. Through educational avenues, Roberson finds ways to blend her passion for the performing arts, working with young people, and cultivating cultural awareness and sensitivity in her work. She warns her colleagues: If several days go by and we don’t catch her singing to herself, check in. Something might be wrong. 🎤🎵 Welcome Aqueelah!

WE ARE HIRING: Policy Director to lead EE’s advocacy efforts We’re looking for someone to see through meaningful policy change to make education more student-centered and teacher-powered. This person will nurture partnerships to better understand student, educator, and community needs and opportunities—and collaboratively develop and oversee an impactful policy agenda. Position is open until filled with priority given to applications received by June 15. Visit our page to learn more about the position and apply. https://bit.ly/3WPjUBU