Gradient Learning

?? Exciting News! ?? For the first time in two years, we’re opening up applications to partner with schools! ?? At Gradient Learning, we’re committed to helping schools deliver a whole student approach to education. Our partnerships provide educators with the tools and support they need to nurture every student’s academic and social-emotional growth. Through our programs, schools can foster deeper connections, build meaningful relationships, and create environments where students thrive. ?? Ready to bring the future of education to your school? Apply today and join us in reimagining learning together. ?? ?? Learn more about how we work with schools: https://lnkd.in/gkRc4dNb ?? Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gGYZM_yy #EducationMatters #WholeStudentLearning #SchoolPartnerships #OpenApplications #EducationTransformation

Introducing the Whole Student Journal—your go-to resource for insights on whole student learning. ?? Expect updates on our work, strategies for supporting students academically, emotionally, and cognitively, and opportunities to partner with us. Check out our first edition now. ??

A third-grade teacher changed everything for her student—and her family ?? Monica Milligan, Executive Director of Gradient Learning, shared a story that gave us chills: Her teacher could have done the bare minimum. Instead, she went above and beyond, teaching Monica’s entire family English. That act didn’t just help Monica catch up academically—it changed the trajectory of her entire life. Fast-forward to today, and Monica is leading efforts to ensure every student gets what they need, when they need it, through whole student education—an approach that goes beyond academics to prepare students for life. In this week’s All Things Marketing and Education podcast, Monica talks about: ?? The powerful ripple effects of teacher-student relationships ?? Why whole student education isn’t a buzzword—it’s a necessity ?? How EdTech can help bridge gaps in academic and social-emotional learning ?? Don’t miss this inspiring conversation. ?? Check it out ?? [Access via ?? in ?? ??] #EdTech #EdLeadership

Prioritizing the Whole Student approach means supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth for lasting success. Swipe ?? to see how it benefits students, teachers, and families alike. #WholeStudent #Education #StudentSuccess

?? We’re Hiring! ?? We’re looking for a hands-on technical expert to take on an updated role as our LMS Administrator, overseeing Canvas and ensuring it remains a robust, core instructional tool for our partners. In this role, the ideal candidate will ?? ?? Lead the administration, functionality, and data management of Canvas. ?? Oversee architectural decisions and advanced configurations to optimize system performance. ?? Provide expert-level technical support to both internal and external platform users. ?? Proactively troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within the LMS and its integrated components. ?? Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for platform implementations and new features. ?? Create solutions to automate processes and scale support effectively. ?? Generate custom reports utilizing LMS data to drive insights and improvements. ?? Manage all 3rd-party integrations, deployments, and necessary updates. We’re seeking someone with technical leadership, a commitment to quality, and expertise in optimizing LMS functionality. If you or someone you know is a perfect fit, please apply or share this post. ?? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gKTYhkJY

Looking to stay on the cutting edge of whole student education? When you partner with us, you gain access to our Innovation Hub, a dynamic community where educators come together to exchange ideas, share strategies, and collaborate on the future of education. In addition, our partner, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, offers you opportunities to pilot and co-build new classroom technology tools with their innovation studio, Render. For the first time in 2 years, we are accepting applications for new school partners. Apply here ?? https://lnkd.in/gGYZM_yy

Helping students succeed academically is just the first step. For Krista Purnell, one of our Directors of School and District Success, it’s about fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and guiding students to explore their passions. Discover how Krista partners with schools to create learning environments where students aren’t just learning—they’re thriving.??

To all the incredible principals out there—thank you for the dedication, leadership, and heart you bring to your schools every single day. You’re the backbone of creating positive school environments where students and teachers thrive. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! #PrincipalAppreciation

Two Leaders, One Shared Vision ?? ?? When it comes to transforming education, it takes more than great ideas—it takes alignment and a shared vision. Monica Milligan, Executive Director of Gradient Learning, and Sandra Liu Huang, Head of Education at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI), are working hand-in-hand to help educators support the whole student. ?? Monica’s story ?? ?? Monica’s passion for education started with a personal experience. As an immigrant and English language learner, she was once a student who felt unseen. ?? It wasn’t until a teacher recognized her potential that her life trajectory changed. This experience drives her commitment to making sure no student feels invisible. Sandra’s vision ?? ?? Sandra leads CZI’s efforts to ensure that every student receives an education that is tailored to their needs and that they have the skills and knowledge to reach their full potential. ?? Together with Monica, she’s ensuring that the Whole Student System delivers exactly what educators need—support for students’ academic and emotional growth. What unites them? ?? ?? Both leaders believe that building meaningful student-teacher relationships is key to student success. ?? Through their collaboration, CZI and Gradient Learning are helping educators across the country foster connections that unlock every student’s potential. ?? “Every student deserves at least one adult who sees them and believes in their journey.” Monica and Sandra are committed to making this belief a reality by ensuring educators have the tools to support the whole student, both academically and emotionally. Read an inspiring discussion between these two leaders in the comments. ?? : CZI

Get to know our Director of School and District Success, Krista Purnell ?? Krista’s journey in education began over 20 years ago as a 5th-grade math teacher. ?? From there, she expanded her expertise by teaching 6th and 8th grade and eventually stepped into an instructional coaching role. Her passion for empowering educators didn’t stop there—it led her to the non-profit sector, where she’s spent the last decade supporting schools and districts across the country. ?? One thing that has shaped Krista’s career? Being open to unexpected opportunities. ?? ?? “Early in my career, even though I taught 5th grade, I was asked to support 8th-grade students. I took on the challenge without knowing where it would lead. Ironically, in my next role, I ended up teaching 8th grade! This has happened multiple times in my career—even challenges have opened new doors for me.” Now, in her current role, Krista is excited about the shift toward whole student learning. ?? “Whole student education isn’t just about academics—it’s about engaging students in a way that allows them to collaborate, debate, and truly grow as individuals.” Her leadership is grounded in a vision for the future where technology and innovation enhance learning, not replace it. ?? “As we move forward, I hope we continue to use advancements to support students’ growth in meaningful ways.” With her extensive experience and openness to new opportunities, Krista continues to inspire and lead the way toward a brighter future for students and educators alike. We’re proud to have her on our team. ?? #EmployeeSpotlight #MeetOurTeam #WholeStudentLearning #EducationLeadership