Our Guide to a Successful Project Kickoff
A lot of organizations think that finding the perfect consultant is the hardest part, but we all know that it’s only the beginning. Like any relationship, a smooth start doesn’t ...
Examining The State of Black Leadership
featuring Tre Johnson, Partner of Diversity Equity Whether in leadership positions or not, many Black Americans have heard the saying, “You have to be twice as good to get half ...
Hispanic Heritage Month: Celebrating our Providers
by Grace Frye, Associate of Programs In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are excited to shine a light on some of our incredible Latina consultants who are a part ...
Improvement Tips for Central Office Leaders
by Rachel Klein, Partner of Strategic Initiatives Dear reader, I have a confession. When I first learned about field-facing efforts to infuse continuous improvement practices in schools, I felt like ...
The Power of Team Reflection to Strengthen Continuous Improvement Practices
by Rohini McKee, Associate Partner of Strategic Initiatives Our days are packed with meetings, yet so often what is discussed feels more transactional. What’s the update on this? What are ...
Racing Against Time: 5 Principles for Effective, Equity-Centered Leadership
by Leona Christy, CEO at Catalyst:Ed “Taking care of our students right now is our biggest priority, and it requires time, consistency, and intentionality. And yet carving out and keeping ...
Designing a New Future for Higher Education: Vlog Reflection
by Ariadne Moreno (Associate, Strategic Initiatives) & Sana Meghani (Director, Strategic Initiatives) In April, we worked alongside our postsecondary partners to organize the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s Postsecondary Ecosystem ...
Check Out Catalyst:Ed’s Learning Lab for School Improvement Teams!
by Rohini McKee, Associate Partner, Strategic Initiatives Rohini introduces The Learning Lab and the ways in which school improvement teams can use the lab to adopt continuous improvement practices. It’s with ...
Supporting the Next Wave of Equity-Centered Improvement: Introducing The Learning Lab for School Improvement Teams
by Leona Christy, CEO at Catalyst:Ed Leona reflects on the lessons and ideas Catalyst:Ed has encountered within our work with networks for school improvement (NSIs) as we approach the launch ...
Rethinking Continuous Improvement Processes for Challenging Times
by Rachel Klein, Partner of Strategic Initiatives As Catalyst:Ed prepares for the launch of The Learning Lab, Rachel reflects on several conversations she’s had with thought leaders on how to ...