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Are you an education innovator with a bold idea? Secure a one-year, unrestricted grant of $150,000 to $250,000 to bring it to life. At NewSchools, we support leaders like you with direct funding, personalized coaching, access to national experts, and connections with peer organizations across the country. Ready to reimagine education? Apply today at https://lnkd.in/dERP_SvP #InnovatewithNewSchools

This Week's Innovation in Education and Philanthropy Roundup: The NewSchools Edition ?? Announcing Our 2024 Cohort: We granted $13M to 54 ventures making waves in education. https://lnkd.in/gfgciW42 ?? 2025 Funding Opportunity Open: We’re offering up to $250K in unrestricted funding to support education innovations. Apply by January 8. https://lnkd.in/dERP_SvP ?? Two ventures in our portfolio, The Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children and Open Source Phonics (Katie Spurlock), have teamed up to launch the Families-as-Tutors program, which equips families with tools and coaching for at-home reading tutoring, making a big difference for students. https://lnkd.in/eHH6-AGR ?? Our report, Building Better Schools: A Proven Blueprint for Success, highlights four key strategies that are helping schools achieve stronger student outcomes. Based on visits to 29 schools and 569 interviews, it’s a must-read for education innovators. https://lnkd.in/e3_Uhdxf ???? Peter Fishman shares the latest on our Teaching Reimagined ventures, highlighting how they’re addressing challenges in education through innovative solutions like AI-driven coaching, teacher-powered models, and new approaches to time and talent. https://lnkd.in/e3j3iHh5 ?? Our CEO, Frances Messano, has been named to the Management Leadership for Tomorrow board and recognized as a 2024 Leader of Impact. Her journey exemplifies equity, innovation, and leadership in action. https://lnkd.in/eUDZJTFQ

Heads up! We're #hiring an Associate Partner on our Learning Solutions team to manage and support a new research and development program designed to invest in and evaluate new generative AI (GenAI) K-12 math tutoring solutions. Applications close on 12/10. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBt5ueyP

America’s teachers face immense pressures, from high workloads to increasingly complex student needs, fueling a narrative of burnout and dissatisfaction.?But what if we could change the story? Through our?Teaching Reimagined?portfolio, we’re investing in a variety of solutions to a shared problem: how to make teaching a role where educators thrive – all in service of better outcomes for students furthest from opportunity. Learn more about these ventures in our newest blog by Peter Fishman, Senior Partner on the Teaching Reimagined team: https://lnkd.in/e3j3iHh5

Are you considering applying for our $10M funding opportunity? We’re offering unrestricted grants of $150,000 to $250,000 to education innovators. If you have questions, don’t miss our upcoming Office Hours. ?? Join us on Nov 20 from 12:00 – 1:30pm ET to connect with our team in small groups about the application process, the venture experience, or eligibility. Drop in anytime, but please register in advance: https://lnkd.in/eGZ8biSd ?? Prepare beforehand: Watch our webinar recording to get a deeper understanding: https://lnkd.in/e3c9qkbq ?? Can’t make it on Nov 20? Explore other Office Hours and additional resources to guide your application: https://lnkd.in/e-nCG6hN ?? Ready to apply? Get started here: https://lnkd.in/dERP_SvP ??? Key Deadlines December 10: Priority deadline to complete the eligibility form to maximize applicant support January 8, 2025: Final application deadline

On #NationalPhilanthropyDay, we recognize the power of bold investments in visionary leaders. Ten years ago, NewSchools wrote the first check to support Carmita Semaan’s idea for what would become the Surge Fellowship. That initial investment demonstrated our belief in the power of diverse education leaders to improve outcomes for all students. Today, Surge Institute has supported over 500 leaders of color in eight cities, collectively impacting more than 3 million students. This kind of impact is only possible when funders take risks, invest early, and center equity. Carmita’s courage, vision, and leadership have created a ripple effect of change, inspiring a generation of leaders to step into their genius. This is the essence of philanthropy—making catalytic investments to spark enduring change.

To all the incredible venture leaders and NewSchools team members who joined together in Houston last month for our Innovative Schools Community of Practice — thank you! Your commitment to learning, collaboration, and growth made this experience special and we appreciate partnering with you. Together, we explored strategies for personal and team development, sparked ideas for an Expanded Definition of Student Success (EDSS), and, most importantly, connected deeply as a community of school leaders. The rich conversations, peer-to-peer learning, and shared reflections created a space where everyone felt supported and inspired. We hope you left not only with practical tools, but also with renewed energy from being in community with others who are just as passionate about creating better outcomes for students. And, of course, we hope you made some Texas-style memories along the way!

With education at a critical turning point, NewSchools stands committed to supporting courageous leaders who are expanding what’s possible to create a more equitable, high-quality education system that serves every student. Education fuels progress, and we’re investing in those driving it forward. As we navigate this new chapter, we hope you allow yourself a moment to pause and reground, then join us in the ongoing work to build a brighter future for all.

Our 2025 funding opportunity is open to fuel your education innovation. Apply now through January 8, 2025.?Submit an eligibility form by December 10, 2024 for full application support. bit.ly/newschoolsfunding #InnovatewithNewSchools

This Week's Innovation in Education and Philanthropy Roundup: ?? Election Guidance for Education Leaders: Education First Consulting’s latest analysis on preparing for the election. Full analysis ?? https://lnkd.in/emtj3VSm ?? Education Stakes in the Election: Bellwether covers federal policy impacts on education. Read & watch ?? https://lnkd.in/eyuvRQKE ?? Improving K-12 Education: Hoover Institution, Stanford University’s report, co-chaired by NewSchools CEO Frances Messano, focuses on student outcomes, reduced mandates, and incentivizing excellence. Full report ?? https://lnkd.in/ea9hSar6 ?? AI Guide for Schools: ILO Group releases guides for district and state leaders on using AI in schools. Check out ?? https://lnkd.in/eZWNAF58 ???? Special Education Staffing: EdResearch for Action’s brief on models to address teacher shortages and foster inclusive classrooms. Strategies ?? https://lnkd.in/eGsQWTtx ?? Stay informed with more updates, stories, and innovations in education and philanthropy. Sign up for our newsletter ?? https://bit.ly/nsvfnews #EducationInnovation #EquityInEducation #K12Education #SpecialEducation #AIinEducation