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Inspired by what’s possible for learners, our educator-run organization blends passion, research-informed practices, and decades of experience in education to accelerate the shift to learner-centered education.

Building upon the unique strengths of communities, districts, schools, and individuals is integral to our learner-centered approach. Get to know the strengths we bring to our work—and we are eager to learn about yours, too!

Leadership

Our Team:
Our team is comprised of curious and ambitious education leaders ranging from former Superintendents to innovative high school principals. Our 21 full-time staff members work tirelessly to ensure all learners know who they are, thrive in community, and actively engage in the world as their best selves.
Board of Directors:
The Board of Directors at Learner-Centered Collaborative plays a critical role in guiding the strategic direction of the organization, ensuring alignment with our mission, vision, and values. Board members provide fiduciary oversight, thought partnership, and serve as ambassadors to help expand our impact in evolving education ecosystems to be more learner-centered.
Advisory Council:
Our Advisory Council is made up of distinguished leaders who generously volunteer their time and expertise. By participating in group meetings, they provide valuable insights that help guide our mission. Their service is voluntary and unpaid, reflecting their deep commitment to learners and the creation of thriving learning communities.
LC Innovators:
The Learner Centered (LC) Innovators is a select group of instructionally-minded educators ranging from classroom teachers to teachers on special assignments to administrators. These leaders are engaged pioneers in learner-centered education who are committed to transforming learner outcomes. This volunteer group comes together virtually throughout the academic year to elevate, celebrate, and amplify their work.

Allie Wong

Director, Strategic Partnerships

Achiever, Learner, Input, Relator, Analytical

Andy McCranie - Learner Centered Collaborative

Andy McCranie

Business and Impact Operations Associate

Relator, Analytical, Individualization, Bad movie apologist

Brittany Griffin

Director, Strategic Partnerships

Relator, Strategic, Achiever, Avid traveler

Bryanna Hanson - Learner Centered Collaborative

Bryanna Hanson

Director of Learning Design

Activator, Communicator, Input, Tea aficionado

Catina Hancock - Learner Centered Collaborative

Catina Hancock

Partner

Activator, Positivity, WOO, Exercise enthusiast

Danny Scuderi

Professional Learning Specialist

WOO, Empathy, Maximizer, Connectedness, Pun Enthusiast

Holly Stipe

Professional Learning Specialist

Learner, Achiever, Context, Harmony, Sunrise & Sunset Seeker

J. César Morales

Partner

Learner, Relator, Achiever, Exercise & Snowboarding Enthusiast

Jesse Ross

Director, Strategic Partnerships

Empathy, Ideation, Learner, Rainy day runner

Joanna Libby - Learner Centered Collaborative

Joanna Libby

Senior VP, People and Operations

Responsibility, Harmony, Analytical, Karaoke fanatic

Julia Foodman

Social Media and Content Manager

Woo, Empathy, Input, Communication, Arranger

Katie Weisberg - Learner Centered Collaborative

Kate Weisberg

Sr. Director of Strategic Partnerships

Individualization, Empathy, Achiever, Sierra Mountain Explorer

Kelly Williams

Director, Strategic Partnerships

Learner, Belief, Arranger, Individualization, Ideation

Liz Perry

Director, Strategic Partnerships

Relator, Individualization, Ideation & Self-care devotee

Megan Parry

Director, Strategic Partnerships

Learner, Input, Futuristic, Mountain Sports Lover

Paul Haluszczak

Content and Knowledge Management Associate

Relator, Input, Futuristic, Lifelong nerd

Sandy Cima

Director, People & Business Operations

Restorative, Empathy, Positivity, Hiking enthusiast

It’s Your Journey

Learn with Our Team

We’re collaborative, which means we love sharing! Browse our blog, tools, and books to access learner-centered resources and insights.

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Big Moves
Mixed-Age Cohorts
Overview Creating mixed-age cohorts allows students to learn from each other in unique ways while also building a range of interpersonal skills. These experiences enable younger students to learn from older students, give older students valuable leadership opportunities, and serve as community-building experiences across grade levels. Often, the makeup of these groups carries over…
Big Moves
Career Pathway Programs
Overview: Career pathway programs in K–12 education create opportunities for learners to explore, experience, and prepare for their futures. These programs connect academic knowledge to the tools, skills, and opportunities needed to succeed in today’s workplaces. As learners move through a progression—from early career awareness and exploration to hands-on experiences like internships and apprenticeships—they…
Big Moves
Coaching and Mentoring Programs
Overview: Transforming schools into learner-centered environments begins with investing in the people closest to students– teachers. Coaching and mentoring are not just supports– they are catalysts for lasting change. When educators are supported to reflect, take risks and grow in community with one another, they develop the confidence and skill to design experiences where…
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