In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, Stacey Schultz, president of Educate, shares her journey into education and the innovative approaches her organization takes to transform K-12 schools. She discusses the importance of community engagement, the role of AI in education, and the challenges schools face in implementing meaningful change. Stacey emphasizes the need for a human-centered approach in education, the significance of partnerships, and the vision for a future where schools serve as community hubs that foster holistic development for students.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Stacey Schultz and Educate

01:14 Stacey's Journey into Education

06:51 Educate's Unique Approach to Educational Consulting

08:21 Partnerships and Day-to-Day Operations in Schools

11:28 Moving Beyond Buzzwords: Real Change in Education

15:53 Current Trends in K-12 Education

21:22 AI's Role in Transforming Classroom Practices

30:05 Challenges in Implementing Change in Schools

36:05 Growing Educate: Business Challenges and Partnerships

41:32 Barriers to Equity and Innovation in Schools

46:08 Vision for K-12 Education in 2025 and Beyond

Takeaways

Stacey's journey into education began with community initiatives.

Educate focuses on partnering directly in classrooms for impactful change.

Real change in education requires understanding community mindsets.

AI is transforming classroom practices and teacher engagement.

Schools need to leverage technology while maintaining human connection.

Creating safe spaces for discussion is crucial for educational change.

Accountability measures in education often miss the mark.

Educate's partnership with ChangeForce enhances their capabilities.

Barriers to equity in education often stem from a tool-first approach.

The future of education should focus on whole-person development.

Keywords

education, K-12, AI, equity, innovation, coaching, professional development, community, change management, teaching