In Columbus, for example, the population has nearly doubled since the 1970s but the school district has lost more than half of its students. It’s enrollment now sits around 45,000, down from a peak of more than 110,000 in 1971.
The principal group product manager for Microsoft Education, Tholfsen leads the company's product strategy, including for AI in education experiences. He also leads all Immersive Reader products.
Associate superintendent of academics at Greenville County Schools (S.C.), McCoy oversees a multimillion-dollar annual budget while specializing in curriculum development, project management and software training.
New National Association of Secondary School Principals President Huff is in his fifth year as principal of Benjamin Bosse High School in Evansville, Ind.
The Beaverton School District (Ore.) superintendent's track record of increasing his students' academic success and social-emotional growth earned him several awards, including 2020 National Superintendent of the Year.
Chief information officer at Wichita Public Schools, Dickson oversees the district's virtual school, Education Imagine Academy, as well as digital literacy and citizenship instructional training to empower students with 21st-century skills.
Alabaster City Schools (Ala.) Superintendent Wayne Vickers extends his contributions beyond the campus, having coordinated various capital improvement projects across the state such as new school construction, classroom additions and athletic complexes.
Assistant superintendent of teaching and learning at New Bedford Public Schools (Mass.), Joseph is a nationally recognized professional development specialist helping district leaders drive impact in a changing K12 landscape.
Associate superintendent of teaching and learning at Kent School District (Wash.), Kim is an active community partner who works with local organizations to advocate for educational opportunities among underserved groups.
Deputy superintendent of academic services at the School District of Philadelphia (Penn.), Dawson is a passionate school system leader with a proven track record of raising student achievement.
