The CRIM meeting kicked off yesterday in Chicago, marking the start of the Council’s 21st Annual Curriculum, Research, and Instructional Leaders’ Conference. One of the highlights of the day was the Math Equity Panel featuring:
- Nicole Williams, Executive Director, STEM, NYC Department of Education
- Beth Wehner, Senior Director for Math & Science, NYC Department of Education
- Lauren Goldenberg, PhD, Senior Director, Research & Evaluation, NYC Department of Education
- Justin Robicheaux, Instructional Data Coordinator/Curriculum Director, East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Suzanne Navo, Coordinator of Grants, East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Stacey Terrio, Research Associate, Louisiana State University – Social Research & Evaluation Center
Day Two is now underway! Dr. Akisha Osei Sarfo, Ph.D. , the Council’s Director of Research, extended a warm welcome to the research directors, offering sessions dedicated to enhancing research method competencies and deepening understanding of program implementation and impact.
This afternoon, attendees heard from Arne Duncan, managing partner of Chicago CREED and former US Secretary of Education. During an interview with Dr. Stacey Gray Akyea, Executive Chief of Equity, Strategy, and Innovation of Saint Paul Public Schools, Duncan shared his insights and experiences as an education leader. He discussed his work with at-risk youth in Chicago, including those vulnerable to violence, and emphasized the importance of leadership, stating:
“Our kids and our country need not only your educational leadership but your moral leadership right now.”
Stay tuned for more updates from the CRIM conference!