Mathematics is often called the “universal language.” It underpins science, technology, engineering, and innumerable other aspects of our lives. It might be more accurate to call math the “language of opportunity.”

If you look closely enough, it’s impossible to ignore the disparities in our education system.

I have worked in classrooms and district offices and am now in a role focused on systemic change; my mantra..

In my last blog, I shared the parable of The Two Coders, Lilly and Jamal, and their experiences with the transformative potential of computer science (CS). The story was meant to illuminate how early exposure to CS can spark curiosity, foster creativity,..

The demand for skilled computer science professionals is surging in all fields, including healthcare, finance, entertainment, and transportation. The emergence and advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) have amplified and... 

Education philanthropy is big, active business. 

A 2020 study by Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and Campden Wealth surveyed 201 families with an average net worth of $1.2 billion, and education was the focus of their philanthropic activity. As this...

It’s an exhilarating time to be at the forefront of education reform. As Silicon Valley Education Foundation’s President and CEO, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of equitable STEM education. It’s more than just a mission; it’s a pathway to...

Technology in education is no longer “nice to have.”  It is essential to economic mobility in today’s society.  I’ve written before about how education equity depends on equal access to technology. Unequal access to relevant technologies is the...

Education is a dynamic space. Like any other industry, theory and best practices are ever-evolving. But at the core of a practical education that offers a promise of economic mobility is Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

I’ve written before about the kinds of leaders that equitable education reform needs. However, this Giving Tuesday, I’d like to talk about the leadership philosophy that needs to be the backbone of everyone’s leadership approach in education...

I’ve talked a lot this year about the urgency of education reform. I’ve argued why it’s so pressing, what’s at stake, and what kind of change we should be striving toward. Those discussions have provided advice and strategies for people at various stages..

It’s the waning days of 1811. You’re an English textile worker deep into the Industrial Revolution and its social fallouts. Now, the machines are coming for you. 

Under cover of night and always careful to leave..

Social impact and community engagement are gaining ground with many businesses. Corporations continually seek ways to enhance their social responsibility practices and connect more authentically with their communities. In some..

In Part One of this series, we discussed how reformers can build trust among parents who have been made weary of a system they perceive on a macro level as an untrustworthy failure. However macro perceptions of education are misaligned...

The mere notion of book banning evokes images of snarling government censor agents, angry mobs, and bonfires in the town square.

Looking around today, life doesn’t look like Orwell’s 1984. However, change might be easier if...

In my last blog, we examined the ways the pandemic set the stage for education reform and the ways in which teachers can and should be empowered to guide that transformation. While professional development, platforming and...

Perhaps no place in America was more disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic than the classroom. 

While we’re still sorting out the full impact of removing 50 million children from American classrooms at the pandemic’s onset, not all of the...

In the quest for education equity, we need the help of many. We need people with diverse skills and perspectives. There is also a fundamental attitude, point of view, and disposition that I believe we need to drive the kind of change we want —an...

Imagine two public schools within a 10-mile radius of each other. Imagine the buildings. What do the classrooms look like? What kind of technology do you see? How many students fill the desks? What about the students can you see? Can you tell what...

In my last blog, I detailed all the obvious and insidious ways opponents of equitable education reform try to stifle progress. Opponents are relentless, and their strategies are calibrated to sow doubt and discord throughout every level of the...

The fight for education reform in the United States has no end. And that’s how it should be. 

Educating our children is one of our most important responsibilities. It deserves a spirited, good-faith debate, especially in a country like America, whose...

Education was long considered the cornerstone of societal progress in America. It was a beacon of hope and a key to a brighter future.

In recent decades, that hope has faded, and a brighter future is out of reach for many students. 

In today’s rapidly digitizing world, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education has emerged as the cornerstone of individual success and prosperity. STEM nurtures innovation, drives economic growth, and is used to.. 

As a career educator and education administrator, I have witnessed firsthand the inequality born of the scarcity mindset when it comes to resource allocation and funding for education. 

This mindset has profound consequences for...

I have spent my career advocating for educational equality and the ruinous impact inequality can have on the lives of the most affected students. In particular, I have seen students denied access to technology the rest of us take for granted—like...

I have spent my career advocating for educational equality and the ruinous impact inequality can have on the lives of the most affected students. In particular, I have seen students denied access to technology the rest of us take for granted—like...