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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130506
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SUMMARY:Ed Tech Industry Summit: Innovation Incubator Business Profiles Presentations
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Incubator Business Profiles PresentationsDiscover your next product or opportunity that supports education initiatives in K-12 or postsecondary market. Hear the participants of SIIA's Innovation Incubator Program give a short introduction to their innovative product or service that address a growing interest in mobile learning\, game-based learning\, eContent\, and personalized learning. You might see a solution that fits into your plans for partnership\, acquisition\, or investment.Innovation Incubator program supported by Lead Sponsor Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and co-sponsor Texthelp Systems. Interviewer:Shauntel Poulson\, Senior Analyst\, NewSchools Venture Fund
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/ed-tech-industry-summit-innovation-incubator-business-profiles-presentations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130220
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:Education Innovation 2013 and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The education landscape has rapidly changed over the past three years. The panel will explore this transformation as well as a number of pressing questions.How have new technologies\, startup partnerships and acquisitions affected the ecosystem?What are the results of these collaborations? What went well\, what hasn’t\, and what do we need more of?How does an education startup get to market?Get an inside view from industry experts about experiences to date and the changes yet to come.NewSchools' Shauntel Poulson will be speaking.Register here: http://educationandinnovation.eventbrite.com/ 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/education-innovation-2013-and-beyond
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130202
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:LearnLaunch 2013 Conference: Across Boundaries: Innovation & The Future of Education
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the LearnLaunch 2013 Conference is to promote dialogue about the impact of digital learning on the future of K-20 education in the United States. The conference will examine the potential of technology to tangibly improve learning and educational access\, as well as explore market and investment opportunities. 300 conference participants\, which will include entrepreneurs\, educators\, students\, and investors.NewSchools Partner Jennifer Carolan will serve on the Investment Theses in the Education Market panel\, during Breakout Session 1: 2:00-2:50 pm.The conference coincides with Digital Learning Day on February 6\, 2013 and will involve teachers as both panelists and participants\, as well as showcase successful instructional technology in classrooms nationwide
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/learnlaunch-2013-conference-across-boundaries-innovation-the-future-of-education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121206
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:TOTAL ACCESS Crossroads: K-12 Education and Technology - Panel and Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Orrick's complimentary TOTAL ACCESS program in San Francisco --in conjunction with the SF School Alliance\, the SFUSD\, Edsurge\, and NewSchools Venture Fund-- is focused on K-12 education and technology. The event includes a unique pitch opportunity for select entrepreneurs with Edtech investors and industry EdTech leaders as well as a separate pitch opportunity with SFUSD tech managers and other professionals advising other school districts and charter schools regarding education technology.3:00 pm - 5:00 pm:  Pitch Session7:00 pm - 9:00 pm:  Meetup (Networking opportunity with refreshments and food)5:30 pm - 7:00 pm:  Panel Presentation: "Crossroads: K-12 Education and Technology"Speakers:Matthew Kinzie\, Chief Technology Officer\, San Francisco Unified School DistrictGloria Lee\, COO\, NewSchools Venture FundRob Manacabelli\, Co-Founder & CEO\, BrightBytesAdam Miller\, EdTec\, Senior Vice President of Strategic PartnershipsJan Zawadski\, CEO\, HaparaModerator:Milton Chen\, Senior Fellow of the George Lucas Educational Foundation & former Director Executive Director of EdutopiaRSVP Here by Friday\, November 30\, 2012 for the panel and meetup event.To apply for the Pitch Session\, please send your one page executive summary to Larry Kane by Wednesday\, November 28\, 2012. 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/total-access-crossroads-k-12-education-and-technology-panel-and-meetup
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121128
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:SIIA Ed Tech Business Forum
DESCRIPTION:During the past eleven years\, the SIIA Ed Tech Business Forum has earned its reputation as the leading business and finance conference for the K-12 and postsecondary education technology market. At our 2012 conference\, you'll find these successful components from past Forums designed to help you:Network with business and finance executives in the ed tech industryGain early access to new companies/technologiesLearn new business models\, regardless of your company’s size or lifecycle stageLeverage the many education events taking place in NYC the week following ThanksgivingInnovator Finalists PresentThe first of two rounds of presentations by three Innovation Incubator finalists who made the first cut after Monday's voting. Hear the reaction and questions by an invited panel of reviewers.  Note who you think is the ed tech product or service that is "Most Innovative" and "Most Likely to Succeed" so you can vote at the end of the second round.  The awards will be presented at Forum's closing reception at the end of the day.Reactor:Shauntel Poulson\, Senior Analyst\, NewSchools Venture FundMr. Ron Reed\, Principal\, SXSWeduClick here to register for this event.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/siia-ed-tech-business-forum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130308
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:2013 SXSWedu Conference
DESCRIPTION:A robust platform for the community to connect\, collaborate\, create and change how we teach and learn- SXSWedu is quickly gaining a reputation as a catalyst for change in education. The event welcomes the professionals making up the many different facets of the education ecosystem. Education stakeholders and practitioners of all backgrounds– including teachers\, administrators\, university professors and business and policy leaders– with the passion and commitment to create a better tomorrow make up the SXSWedu community.Now it its third year\, SXSWedu features four days of compelling presentations and informative sessions from education professionals\, industry leaders\, and policy practitioners committed to engaging all learners.Jennifer Carolan\, Principal at NewSchools Venture Fund and the Director of NewSchools' Seed Fund\, will participate in the panel discussion titled "The Double Bottom Line for Education Entrepreneurs." This panel will discuss social entrepreneurship in education and look at examples of education social ventures that have successfully scaled. Jennifer will be joined by Joseph Wilson of MaRS Discovery District and Mohsen Shahini of Top Hat Monocle. Click here for more information on this panel.Register for the SWSWedu Conference here: http://www.sxswedu.com/attend
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/2013-sxswedu-conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121112T183000
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121112T203000
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:EdTech Investors Panel
DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Carolan\, Principal at NewSchools Venture Fund\, will join Alan Louie\, Founder and Partner at ImagineK12\, for a panel conversation on the trending deal flow in the edtech space\, how the market is responding to those companies that are getting funded\, what is trending in angel deals\, and innovations that are empowering stakeholders outsides of or beyond the schools and traditional “education system.”The format will consist of mingling for 10 minutes\, then diving into a 55 minute panel conversation with Q&A\, followed by food\, refreshments and networking. Join us Monday\, November 12th at 6:30PM in Redwood City.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/edtech-investors-panel
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121118
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SUMMARY:Global Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:The third annual Global Education Conference is a free week-long online event bringing together educators and innovators from around the world. It is designed to significantly increase opportunities for building education-related connections around the globe while supporting cultural awareness and recognition of diversity. To attend this year's conference and to be kept informed of the latest conference news and updates\, please 
join this network.Jennifer Carolan\, Director of NewSchools Venture Fund's Seed Fund\, will be interviewed by EdSurge to share trends that she's seeing among startup companies\, implications for international education\, and what she's not seeing (but wishes she did!). 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/global-education-conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130502
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SUMMARY:Summit 2013
DESCRIPTION:The NewSchools Summit is an invitation only event featuring top practitioners and thinkers working to transform education in underserved communities through innovation.@NSVF#NSVFSummit Download the Summit 2013 AgendaTuesday April 30\, 2013  8pm – 10pm  Opening Reception – LobbyGenerously sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies Wednesday May 1\, 2013 6am – 7:00am   2nd Annual Summit 5K – Meet in Lobby 6am – 7:00am   Morning Yoga – Bayside I 8am – 9:40am   Opening Plenary Introduction and Welcome – Main Stage SpeakersLaysha Ward (Target)Ted Mitchell (NewSchools Venture Fund)A Conversation with Thomas Friedman – Main Stage SpeakersTom Friedman (The New York Times)Ted Mitchell\, Interviewer (NewSchools Venture Fund)Followed by Learning in 2028: Sal Khan 9:40am – 10:40am   Hour of Power I   Recharge. Relax. Reconnect: Sponsored by Target – Junior Ballroom FoyerTable Topic Conversations – IrvineTeaching and Leadership Showcase: In partnership with America Achieves – San RamonPlease Touch the Technology – By RegistrationRecess by Playworks – CourtyardWebcast Viewing Rooms: EdSurge Live on the Summit 2013 Webcast – Bayside I & Marina Del ReyOffice Hours: Iveta Brigis\, Google – MontereyTest Your Skills: TeachLive and LearnZillion – Bayside II 10:40am – 11:40am   Session 1 The Common Core is Coming! – Main Stage SpeakersPat McCarthy (ExxxonMobil)David Coleman (College Board)Ashley Hebda (Teach-Plus)John King (New York State Education Department)Brian Pick (DC Public Schools)It's time to give up on ____\, and replace it with ____. – Salon EPreceded by Learning in 2028: Hadi Partovi & Krishna Vedati Speakers Ann Friedman (SEED Foundation)Kaya Henderson (DC Public Schools) Frederick Hess (American Enterprise Institute)Neerav Kingsland (New Schools for New Orleans)Jeremiah Kittredge (Families for Excellent Schools)Ted Kolderie (Education Evolving)Kimberly O'Malley (Pearson)Larry Rosenstock (High Tech High)Mark Shermis (University of Akron)How the Education Market will Kill Your Innovation – Junior BallroomPreceded by Learning in 2028: Matt Pittinsky SpeakersJay Garlapati (Donorschoose.org)Bill Jackson (Great Schools)Rob Mancabelli (BrightBytes)Marguerite Roza (Georgetown University)12pm – 1:00pm   In Conversation with Secretary Duncan – Main Stage SpeakersSecretary Arne Duncan (US Department of Education)Laurene Powell Jobs\, Interviewer (Emerson Collective)1:30pm – 2:45pm   Session 2 What America Can Learn from the World's Leading Schools – Main StagePreceded by Learning in 2028: John Seely Brown SpeakersSir Michael Barber (Pearson)\, Jon Schnur (America Achieves)\, Joanne Weiss (U.S. Department of Education)Amanda Ripley\, ModeratorThe Parent Voice in Ed Reform – Salon EPreceded by Learning in 2028: Nicole Baker Fulgham SpeakersRusslynn Ali (Emerson Collecetive)Michael Lomax (United Negro College Fund)Karen Martinez (Alum Rock School District)Alberto Retana (Community Coalition)Shawn Sprewer (St. Marcus Lutheran School)Millions and Millions of Great Teachers Needed: How Will We Meet this Need? – Junior BallroomPreceded by Learning in 2028: Elisa Villanueva Beard SpeakersReba Dominski (Target)Kaya Henderson (DC Public Schools)Jennifer Green (Urban TeacherCenter)\, Ellen Moir (New Teacher Center) Richard Nyankori (Insight Education Group)Diane Tavenner (Summit Public Schools)2:45am – 3:45am   Hour of Power IIRecharge. Relax. Reconnect: Sponsored by Target – Junior Ballroom FoyerTable Topic Conversations – IrvineTeaching and Leadership Showcase: In partnership with America Achieves – San RamonPlease Touch the Technology – By RegistrationRecess by Playworks – CourtyardWebcast Viewing Rooms: EdSurge Live on the Summit 2013 Webcast – Bayside I & Marina Del ReyOffice Hours: Eric Hanushek\, Hoover Institute – MontereyTest Your Skills: TeachLive and LearnZillion – Bayside II4:00pm – 5:30pm   Closing Plenary Closing Session – Main StagePreceded by Learning in 2028: Randi Weingarten SpeakersAndrew Ng (Coursera)Mark Pincus (Zynga)John Doerr\, Interviewer (Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers)5:30pm – 7pm   Closing Reception – LobbyGenerously sponsored by ETSSummit is being held at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/summit2013
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120910T120000
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120910T130000
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:NewSchools Quarterly Investor Call
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools donors are briefed on this quarter’s investment activity.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/investor-call-12-0910
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120628T180000
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120628T220000
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:NewSchools-Imagine K12 Lean Startup Event
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join NewSchools Seed Fund and Imagine K12 on June 28th for a convening of the education technology community. Please join us to network\, learn from one another\, and engage in a "fireside chat" with:Eric Ries\, author of the Lean StartupBring your questions as we discuss the lean startup methodology and its applications to education technology. We'll top off the evening with a great after-party featuring Silicon Valley's most infamous brand\, Coverflow (band members include Raj Kapoor\, Mayfield; Tim Chang\, Mayfield;\, Ethan Beard\, Facebook; Philip Kaplan\, Blippy/AdBrite; Prashant Fuloria\, Facebook; and Kristian Segerstrale\, EA/Playfish).Schedule of Events 6pm: Registration/Networking begins (food and drinks will be served)7pm: Fireside chat with Eric Ries: Startup Lessons Learned8:30pm: Coverflow playsSpace is limited\, so be sure to register now!We look forward to a productive and exciting evening.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/newschools-imagine-k12-lean-startup-event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120704
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:2012 Aspen Ideas Festival
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools President and CEO Ted Mitchell will be a presenter at the 2012 Aspen Ideas Festival.Entering its eighth year\, the Aspen Ideas Festival will gather some of the most interesting thinkers and leaders from around the US and abroad to discuss their work\, the issues that inspire them\, and their ideas. Presented by the Aspen Institute and The Atlantic\, the Festival is unique in its dedication to dialogue and exchange\, and in its commitment to bringing ideas to the public at large.  
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/2012-aspen-ideas-festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120522T120000
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120522T130000
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:NewSchools Quarterly Investor Call
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools donors are briefed on this quarter's investment activity. Please download our Spring 2012 Quarterly Investment Summary (PDF). 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/investor-call-12-0522
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120302
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:The Edgeucation Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Edgeucation Salon is geared towards parents/students looking to understand their options in a rapidly changing environment. We also invite entrepreneurs\, educators and futurists wishing to engage in conversation about these ideas. This event is designed to challenge your assumptions about how value is created in education\, and provide clarity on the emerging choices available.NewSchools Associate Partner Wayee Chu will join TED fellow Gever Tulley (SF Brightworks\, the Tinkering School)\, Marina Gorbis (Institute for the Future)\, Gigi Carunungan (Synapse School)\, Daniela Digiacomo (Flex Academy)\, Ellen Hathaway (San Francisco Rock Project)\, and Rebecca Dakes (SF Schoolhouse) as speakers at this event.   
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/the-edgeucation-salon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120306T173000
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120306T200000
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SUMMARY:Fundraiser for Great Oakland Public Schools
DESCRIPTION:He's the former president of the California State Board of Education and a thought leader in "education 2.0\," how our schools can adapt to best serve students in the 21st century.NewSchools CEO Ted Mitchell will be speaking in two weeks at a fundraiser for Great Oakland Public Schools. There is room for 200 Oaklanders\, and we anticipate a sell-out crowd after almost 300 signed up to hear Senator Mike Johnston speak at our event in January. We hope you'll join us for appetizers and an open bar to hear from Ted's vast experience and have a fun night with others who care about education in our city.Tickets are $100 ($25 for educators)\, and you can get yours here.Join us Tuesday\, March 6th at the Kaiser Center Garden Room at 5:30 PM.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/fundraiser-for-great-oakland-public-schools
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120227
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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LAST-MODIFIED:20120221T124715
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SUMMARY:The Social Enterprise Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Social Enterprise Conference is one of the world’s leading forums to engage in dialogue\, debate\, and expression around social enterprise. Over time\, the Conference has become an arena to explore innovative ideas that challenge the status quo and inspire a call to action.The Conference is entirely student-run\, jointly hosted by students from the Harvard Business School and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. NewSchools Partner Jordan Meranus will participate in a session titled The Cutting Edge of Education Reform: What is the Next Generation of American Education?
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/the-social-enterprise-conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120227
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:Startup Weekend Education: Santa Clara
DESCRIPTION:Startup Weekend EDU is an intense 54 hour event which focuses on building a web or mobile EDU application which could form the basis of a credible business over the course of a weekend. The weekend brings together people with different skillsets - primarily educators\, software developers\, graphics designers and business people - to build applications and develop a commercial case around them.NewSchools Associate Partner Wayee Chu will participate as a judge for this event. 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/startup-weekend-education-santa-clara
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120308T091500
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120308T101500
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SUMMARY:2012 Angel Capital Association Summit
DESCRIPTION:The annual conference of the Angel Capital Association provides some of the best content and opportunities for networking with many of the top angels and angel organizations in the country. The ACA Summit is the largest gathering of angel investors and angel groups in the world. NewSchools Associate Partner Jennifer Carolan will join a panel of leading angel investors and venture capitalists to discuss strategies that work toensure that entrepreneurs get the capital they need to grow\, whether through syndicated rounds or follow-on investments to angel groups.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/2012-angel-capital-association-summit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120209T120000
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120209T130000
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
CREATED:20120117T144549
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SUMMARY:NewSchools Quarterly Investor Call
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools CEO Ted Mitchell and members of the NewSchools team recap our quarterly investment activity and provide details about the emerging League of Innovative Schools.Below is the recording of the NewSchools Quarterly Investor Call which took place on February 9\, 2012.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/investor-call-12-0209
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120202T090000
DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120202T150000
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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LAST-MODIFIED:20120114T163957
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SUMMARY:Middle Grades Math: Why Algebra Matters & How Technology Can Help
DESCRIPTION:A conference hosted by Policy Analysis for California Education\, NewSchools Venture Fund and Silicon Valley Education Foundation. The event is sponsored by the S.D. Bechtel\, Jr. Foundation.Learn about how promising digital tools and resources are now available to help you strengthen teaching and learning in middle grades mathematics\, and the policy changes that California must make to take advantage of these new opportunities. Policy leaders and experts in education technology will share and discuss what’s becoming possible with the proliferation of digital technologies in California schools. To register for this conference\, please go to www.svefoundation.org and select February 2 on the upcoming events list. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU SIGN UP BY JAN. 27 TO RESERVE A SEAT.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/middle-grades-math
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120503
DTSTAMP:20130525T225810
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SUMMARY:Summit 2012
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools-Aspen Institute Summit 2012\, produced in partnership with NBC News’ “Education Nation” Fifteen Million Children in Poverty: Education Entrepreneurship and America’s Most Urgent ChallengeThe NewSchools-Aspen Institute Summit is an invitation-only event featuring top practitioners and thinkers working to transform education in underserved communities. Summit 2012 will begin with evening festivities on May 1\, 2012 and continue through the day on May 2.Registration will be open from 7am-9pm on May 1\, and beginning at 6:30am on May 2.Tuesday May 1\, 20126pm-8pm     Opening Reception\, generously hosted by Target8pm-10:30pm     Exclusive screening and discussion of Won’t Back DownSpeakersBen Austin\, Parent RevolutionDaniel Barnz\, Director of Won't Back DownMichael Flaherty\, Walden MediaApril Stout\, New Teacher CenterDoreen Diaz\, parentModeratorJulie Mikuta\, NewSchools Venture Fund10:30pm     Late-Night Stand-Up Open-Mike Ed Reform with Rick Hess Wednesday\, May 2\, 20126am–7am     YogaFor a centering start to your Summit experience\, we invite you to join us for a complimentary yoga class Wednesday morning. All levels are welcome and mats will be provided. 6am–7am     Early Riser LoungeAre you an early riser? Or an East Coaster cast as an unwilling early riser? The Early Riser Lounge will provide you juice\, coffee\, newspapers\, news radio\, and a feeling of home.7am–8am     Breakfast7am–8am     Buddies Welcome BreakfastA special breakfast for those participating in the buddy system. A great opportunity for Summit first-timers to meet their buddies in person and connect with others.      8am–9:30am     Opening SessionWelcome and Opening RemarksSpeakersTed Mitchell\, NewSchools Venture FundJonathan Schorr\, NewSchools Venture FundLaysha Ward\, TargetIs the Movement Moving Fast Enough?Amid a struggling economy and rising numbers of children in poverty\, we ask: Is the movement where it expected to be in 2012? An appraisal of the progress of education entrepreneurs to date and a call to action. SpeakersHoward Fuller\, Institute for the Transformation of Learning at Marquette UniversityModeratorJonathan Schorr\, NewSchools Venture FundRespondentsNorman Atkins\, Relay Graduate School of EducationKaya Henderson\, District of Columbia Public SchoolsJonah Edelman\, Stand for ChildrenRoy Gilbert\, GrockitDavid Domenici\, Center for Educational Excellence in Alternative Settings10:00am–11:00am     Breakout 1Out of the Hothouse: From Top Charters to Big Districts Roland Fryer's Apollo 20 project is working to translate charter practices into district successes in Houston\, and it's demonstrating exciting early results. What's happening there\, and can it work elsewhere?SpeakersRoland Fryer\, Harvard University\, Education Innovation LaboratoryTom Boasberg\, Denver Public SchoolsModeratorCarlos Watson\, Goldman SachsTeachers Talk…About Reform Critics say current reforms\, which emphasize data-driven accountability\, amount to blaming teachers. Advocates say reform empowers teachers. What do actual teachers think? Participants will hear from teachers from a variety of backgrounds on these topics and will have a chance to get their questions answered. SpeakersBrooke Buerkle\, Relay Graduate School of EducationApril Stout\, New Teacher CenterMarisol Castillo\, E.L. Haynes Public Charter SchoolTilney Wickersham\, Alice Deal Middle SchoolJordan Wise\, Education for ChangeModeratorEllen Moir\, New Teacher CenterFun and Games — and Real Learning: Game-based Learning in the ClassroomEntrepreneurs are bringing the look and feel of digital games to classroom learning to enhance student engagement. Can games raise engagement and achievement\, or are they a distraction to purposeful reform? This session will bring together teachers\, game creators and investors to talk about opportunities for games to generate real learning outcomes and the realities of trying to integrate games into a classroom environment. SpeakersJessica Millstone\, Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame WorkshopMichael Levine\, Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame WorkshopAylon Samouha\, Rocketship EducationMichael Angst\, E-Line MediaRobert Torres\, Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationJohn Richards\, Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame WorkshopModeratorVirginia Edwards\, Education WeekDesign Thinking for Policy ChangeFederal education policy is stuck in gridlock\, and our basic method of crafting policy seems obsolete. How might design thinking illuminate our approach to creating policy to reorient our focus on solutions? This session will begin with an introduction to the design-thinking process by IDEO. Participants will apply design thinking to a particular education policy challenge involving technology.SpeakersSandy Speicher\, IDEOHailey Brewer\, IDEOBen Riley\, NewSchools Venture FundFacilitatorsMichael Petrilli\, The Thomas B. Fordham FoundationJohn Bailey\, Whiteboard AdvisorsChris Cerf\, New Jersey Department of EducationJon Schnur\, America AchievesEllen Winn\, 50CAN: The 50-State Campaign for Achievement NowJoy Silvern\, United States SenateResourcesDesign Thinking for EducatorsGovernment Digital Services: Design PrinciplesStanford d.schools PreziCan Blended Learning and “No Excuses” Coexist? Blended learning—where face-to-face and online learning intermingle—is emerging as a promising approach to personalizing instruction. Yet many successful “no excuses” schools view blended learning with skepticism. Can the proven strengths of "No Excuses" live happily with the potential for new technologies to enable differentiated instruction and self-directed learning?SpeakersDoug McCurry\, Achievement FirstLiz Arney\, Aspire Public SchoolsAlex Hernandez\, Charter School Growth FundModeratorStacey Childress\, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Coffee Talk: Transformational TeachersJoin Teach For America's Chief Knowledge Officer\, Steven Farr\, in a dialogue about TFA's exploration of makings and marks of transformational teachers — those who not only alter their students' academic trajectory\, but position them for a different path in life. Speaker Steven Farr\, Teach For America11:30am–12:30pm     Breakout 2Disruption and the Public GoodEntrepreneurs have brought disruptive innovation not just to private enterprise\, but to areas of public good\, from energy to medicine\, with major benefits to the public. Yet education has been slow to learn from the work of entrepreneurs in other sectors. Extraordinary entrepreneurs focused on key areas of public good—health care\, green energy\, and food and nutrition—will share their stories\, lessons\, and advice.SpeakersRushika Fernandopulle\, Iora HealthDanny Kennedy\, SungevityKristin Groos Richmond\, Revolution FoodsModeratorKim Smith\, Bellwether Education Partners The Achievement Gap: Is there an App for That? Generously sponsored by Target The education technology market is developing rapidly and education entrepreneurs\, frustrated by the fragmented\, regulated K-12 institutional market environment\, are devising new ways to spread their innovations\, through freemium\, viral products that reach teachers and even parents directly.  What will these changes mean\, and are they good for underserved students?SpeakersSam Chaudhary\, Class DojoTim Brady\, Imagine K12Gwen Baker\, Bellwether Education PartnersJohn Danner\, Rocketship EducationModeratorDave Goldberg\, SurveyMonkeyResourcesWhen Technologies Collide: Consumer\, K-12 and Higher Ed\, by MindShiftAt the Core of the Common Core The Common Core State Standards aim to change everything—and for innovators and entrepreneurs\, they may. With the simultaneous implementation of the Common Core State Standards in 46 states and DC\, there is the potential for a truly national market. But how will the Common Core actually affect the classroom? A key author of the Common Core State Standards will lead an immersion experience. SpeakersDavid Coleman\, Student Achievement PartnersModeratorRoss Wiener\, The Aspen InstituteBuilding Better New Teachers: How to Start a Teacher Prep ProgramMore and more\, charter organizations and districts are training their own teachers—and a handful have started full-fledged ed schools. What does excellent teacher training look like? In a rapid-fire Q&A full of both substantive information and levity\, participants will hear from pioneers in this field on creating and running a teacher preparation program.SpeakersHeather Kirkpatrick\, Aspire Public SchoolsMichael Goldstein\, MATCH EducationBrent Maddin\, Relay Graduate School of EducationModeratorBrian Sims\, Academy for Urban School LeadershipCoffee Talk: Education Entrepreneurs without Borders Education entrepreneurship and venture philanthropy are going international. A conversation between an entrepreneur and a philanthropist who share beliefs and span borders.SpeakersAllison Rouse\, EdVillageAshish Dhawan\, Teach For India12:30pm–2pm     Lunch1pm-2pm Race to the Top: Out of the Starting Gate\, but Any Closer to the Finish Line?Race to the Top spurred a flurry of policy enactments and other ambitious reform commitments. Entrepreneurial organizations feature prominently in many of these reforms. Two years into this endeavor\, what have we learned? What are the most promising developments\, and where is the work off-course or struggling? What have entrepreneurial organizations learned about working “inside” the system\, and how should they approach Race to the Top Round 3?SpeakersJoanne Weiss\, U.S. Department of EducationMitch Chester\, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary EducationJean Desravines\, New LeadersRespondentsChris Cerf\, New Jersey Department of EducationMichael Petrilli\, The Thomas B. Fordham FoundationModeratorRehema Ellis\, NBC News   2pm–3pm     Breakout 3The View from the Other Side: Entrepreneurs Running Systems A wave of leaders from entrepreneurial organizations has moved to head up large traditional systems. Now that they are there\, how their views changed\, and how do they see innovative organizations fitting into their reform agenda? What do they wish outside organizations would do now that they are on the other side?SpeakersCami Anderson\, Newark Public SchoolsKaya Henderson\, District of Columbia Public SchoolsChris Barbic\, Achievement School District\, TennesseeModeratorJim Blew\, The Walton Family FoundationBig Data: Will It Change Everything? This session generously sponsored by Pearson “Big Data” is the hot topic in the worlds of high-tech and business\, and a major force in our daily lives -- “a new class of economic asset\, like currency or gold\,” according to the New York Times. Education data lags\, with non-comparable grades and once-a-year standardized tests. But massive growth of digital data in education is coming. What will it mean\, and how can we leverage it for the benefit of low-income students? SpeakersJose Ferreira\, KnewtonSteve Schoettler\, JunyoDJ Patil\, Greylock Partners John Behrens\, PearsonModeratorKaren Cator\, Office of Educational Technology\, U.S. Department of EducationTeaching in the Digital Age This session generously sponsored by Target Over the coming years\, teachers will have access to a rapidly widening array of technology tools that help to personalize learning for students. However\, the impact of these tools on student learning will depend in large part on the instructional skills of teachers. How does the role of the teacher change in classrooms infused with technology? SpeakersBarbara Shaw\, A.L. Holmes Elementary SchoolWendy Chaves\, Alliance Technology and Math Science High SchoolRobert Pronovost\, Belle Haven Elementary SchoolMissy Vu\, Rocketship Los Sueños AcademyTina Krekoukis\, IS 228 / School of OneModeratorEric Westendorf\, LearnZillion Teachers\, Principals\, Faraway Places: Rural Innovation Rural education reformers face unique challenges finding teachers and principals due to isolation and low public funding. These constraints have bred innovative solutions to teacher recruitment\, instructional delivery\, and professional development. A group of top rural education leaders will explore innovative solutions to the challenge. SpeakersScott Shirey\, KIPP DeltaTom Torkelson\, IDEA Public SchoolsClay Whitehead\, PresenceLearningAlyson Mike\, New Teacher CenterModeratorMichael Tipton\, Teach For America\, Southern Louisiana RegionCoffee Talk: Using Storytelling to Communicate your School's Vision and Impact In a hands-on workshop with the photo-video artists behind the "In Their Own Words" display at Summit\, learn how to tell engaging\, authentic\, emotional stories about students and school. They will work you through their step-by-step process.SpeakersAnnie Escobar\, ListenIn PicturesEthan Goldwater\, ListenIn Pictures3:30pm–4:30pm     Breakout 4W(h)ither Federal Education Policy? A conversation between key leaders of the Republican and Democratic parties on the federal role in education\, the future of No Child Left Behind\, and how the 2012 election will affect education reform.SpeakersSenator Michael BennetSecretary Margaret Spellings\, Margaret Spellings & CompanyModeratorRehema Ellis\, NBC News Got Grit?: Psychological interventions that close achievement gaps Many students who seem academically prepared fail to persist toward a college degree. For some\, that’s because they lack the mindsets or skills for success in their new educational environments.  Fortunately\, relatively brief experiences that change students' psychology can lead to reductions in achievement gaps even years later.  Discussion will focus on insights from the psychology of student resilience and taking these interventions to scale.SpeakersDavid Yeager\, University of Texas at AustinGregory Walton\, Stanford UniversityDonald Kamentz\, YES Prep Public SchoolsLaura Keane\, Mastery Charter Schools Kickstarting Innovation for English Language Learners and Special Education Students Schools face unique challenges in serving English Language Learners and students with special needs\, but few entrepreneurs have taken on the complexities of serving these special populations. This session will confront the achievement gaps that exist within ELL and special education student populations. Participants will transition to working groups with entrepreneurs and school leaders to devise action steps.SpeakersDaniel Yoo\, GoalbookTeddy Rice\, EllevationJack Lynch\, PresenceLearningRichard Nyankori\, Insight Education GroupKenji Hakuta\, Stanford UniversityCami Anderson\, Newark Public SchoolsJordan Meranus\, NewSchools Venture FundDustine Borges\, Fowler Unified School District  Coffee Talk: Beyond College Readiness: Preparing Successful College GraduatesJust as K-12 educators focus on empowering students to excel to and through college\, so too must higher education leaders focus on facilitating success through and beyond college. What else might K-12 educators and their advocates do to cultivate the knowledge\, skills and mindsets our students need for college persistence and success? How can the higher education community better leverage these qualities to launch first-generation college students into lives of greatness? How might we all work together? Learn how one college currently engages these questions. SpeakerDaniel Porterfield\, Franklin & Marshall CollegeResourceTop Colleges Can Help Transform Education\, Daniel R. PorterfieldLife's a Pitch!Early on in an edtech startup’s life\, there are three critical “decision makers” that have the ability to directly impact the long-term viability of a company: 1) venture capitalist (the funder); 2) the teacher (the customer); and 3) the district administrator (the purchaser). Join us as we observe how three entrepreneurs from the Imagine K12 cohort pitch in front of these three important constituents. Participants will leave with a more nuanced understanding of how these three groups make decisions. SpeakersShawn Carolan\, Menlo VenturesHae-Sin Thomas\, Education for Change Public Schools\,Tim Cawley\, Chicago Public SchoolsAlan Louie\, Imagine K12Michael West\, SocrativeKirill Kireyev\, InstagrokJan Zawadzki\, HaparaModeratorWayee Chu\, NewSchools Venture Fund4:45pm–6pm     Closing PlenaryWhat are the prospects for change that will benefit the education of America's 15 million low-income children? Rahm Emanuel’s vantage points have included Capitol Hill\, the White House\, and now\, Chicago's City Hall. In this closing session\, he offers a view into the future of reform.SpeakersMayor Rahm Emanuel\, City of ChicagoLaurene Powell Jobs\, Emerson Collective and NewSchools Venture Fund board memberTed Mitchell\, NewSchools Venture Fund6pm-7:00pm     Closing ReceptionOngoingPlease Touch the TechnologyThis interactive exhibit allows participants to explore and play with current innovations in education technology. It includes tools and content for some of the most challenging problems: tools for special education students\, examples of blended learning classrooms in action\, data dashboards\, and college readiness supports\, along with promising learning games.“In Their Own Words”An exhibit of the faces and stories of the students we are serving\, created by ListenIn PicturesAll-Day Networking A networking lounge will remain open with coffee and snacks all day. The Band Room is a great place to coordinate with those you know\, or meet someone new. Summit SponsorsWe are deeply grateful to the generous sponsors who are helping make Summit 2012 possible. 
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SUMMARY:NewSchools Quarterly Investor Call
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools CEO Ted Mitchell and COO Gloria Lee provide a recap of NewSchools' investment activity this quarter. They are joined by Jack Lynch\, co-founder of Presence Learning\, to discuss his company's rapid growth and impact on students.Below is the recording of the NewSchools Quarterly Investor Call\, which took place on November 10\, 2011. 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/investor-call-11-1110
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SUMMARY:School Turnaround Summit
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools partner Deborah McGriff will be participating in a session titled "Overview of different turnaround philosophies and implications for district approaches" as part of the School Turnaround Summit hosted by Education Resource Strategies. Overview of different turnaround philosophies and implications for district approachesModerator: Karen Hawley MilesPanelists:Ann Clark\, Chief Academic Officer\, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Noemi Donoso\,* Chief Education Officer\, Chicago Public Schools Deborah McGriff\, Partner\, NewSchools Venture Fund Alyssa Whitehead-Bust\, Chief of Innovation and Reform\, Denver Public Schools 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/school-turnaround-summit
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SUMMARY:Learning to Teach Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Since 2009\, NewSchools has convened a cross-sector group of teacher preparation program leaders\, researchers\, philanthropists\, and policymakers to share best practices and problem solve around bottlenecks to innovation and systemic improvement in teacher education.  This fall\, NewSchools is partnering with TeachingWorks\, a new organization founded by Dean Deborah Ball and housed at the University of Michigan School of Education.  Participating organizations include:2TorAspire Public SchoolsAcademy for Urban School LeadershipBoston Teacher ResidencyBush FoundationCapital Teaching ResidencyCarnegie CorporationCarnegie Foundation for the Advancement of TeachingDistrict of Columbia Public SchoolsEducation Policy Center at the Urban InstituteHunter CollegeLesley UniversityMATCH Teacher ResidencyNational Center for Education InformationNew Teacher CenterNew Visions for Public SchoolsNew York City Department of EducationRelay Graduate School of EducationSt. Cloud UniversityStanford UniversityTeach For AmericaThe Johns Hopkins UniversityThe New Teacher ProjectThe Urban Teacher CenterUncommon SchoolsUniversity of Chicago Urban Education InstituteUniversity of MichiganUniversity of MinnesotaUniversity of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of TulsaUniversity of WashingtonU.S. Department of EducationWoodrow Wilson National Fellowship FoundationYES Prep Public Schools
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/learning-to-teach-community-of-practice
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SUMMARY:Academic Systems Initiative – Virtual Community of Practice Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:In 2007\, NewSchools Venture Fund launched the Academic Systems Initiative (ASI) as part of our third fund. The ASI was a partnership with our practitioners in our portfolio\, and engaged the community in guiding investments in innovative solutions to improve data-driven instruction. Over four years\, NewSchools made investments in technology-enabled services that will help to bring about the vision of a world where significantly better assessments and data management tools enable dramatic improvements in student achievement. At the close of the ASI\, NewSchools hosted a series of webinars over the spring of 2011 showcasing the ASI entrepreneurs and the tools\, platforms and services developed as a result of the initiative. Entrepreneurs were joined by clients so the attendees were able to learn about implementation and results. Beyond 12Beyond 12 offers a comprehensive college retention solution to help students succeed in college. Their solution combines an alumni tracking platform for high school administrators with a personalized college coaching service for students.ASI Webinar Series: A Comprehensive Alumni Tracking and Support Solution (March 18\, 2011)Beyond 12 website BetterLesson and Achievement FirstBetterLesson provides a platform where educators can connect and create\, organize\, and share their curricula. They are focused on aggregating and scaling the most innovative content and practices from high-performing teachers across the country. BetterLesson/Achievement First Presentation Presentation Recording (April 1\, 2011)BetterLesson websiteAchievement First website  The Achievement NetworkThe Achievement Network (ANet) is an education support provider that works with urban\, low-income schools to help them build capacity to use data to close the achievement gap and raise student achievement. The Achievement Network/ E.L. Haynes ASI Presentation Presentation Recording (April 29\, 2011) The Achievement Network website Wireless GenerationWireless Generation is a leading provider of innovative education software\, data systems\, and assessment tools. Through the Academic Systems Initiative\, NewSchools partnered with Wireless Generation and Achievement First on the development of a comprehensive assessment and instructional improvement platform called mCLASS PK-12 and a shared\, formative assessment item bank that will aggregate high quality formative assessment items. m-CLASS PK-12 ASI presentation (June 3\, 2011)Wireless Generation website TeachscapeTeachscape is a leading education services provider committed to sparking transformative change in teaching practice through innovative technologies\, engaging content\, and services. Teachscape’s Classroom Walkthrough (CWT) is both a process and technology to help instructional leaders promote\, support\, and sustain data-informed instructional improvement through an easy-to-use data collection\, analysis\, and reporting system. Classroom Walkthrough: A Process for Outcomes-Based Instructional Improvement (June 17\, 2011)Teachscape website 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/asi
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SUMMARY:GFE 2011 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Grantmakers for Education's annual conference brings together education donors so that they can achieve greater impact by coordinating and collaborating with other funders. NewSchools CEO Ted Mitchell will join Elizabeth Purvis\, excutive director of the Chicago International Charter School; Joel Rose\, co-founder of New Classrooms; and Anthony Kim\, founder of Ed Elements in a session titled "Entrepreneurial Solutions to Personalize Learning."Session Description:The rise of blended learning (combining the best of technology and traditional schooling) has forced educational leaders throughout the country to re-think traditional definitions of teacher-student engagement\, focusing less on measures such as student-to-teacher ratio and more on the amount of high-quality\, differentiated instruction and individualized learning a child experiences each day. Join us for an interactive “solutions village” showcasing three methods for integrating blended learning into existing schools\, and join a conversation about the implications of the use of technology on the learning environments of tomorrow. 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/gfe-2011-annual-conference
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SUMMARY:Aspen Ideas Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 2011 Aspen Ideas Festival will engage its participants in a variety of programs\, tutorials\, seminars and discussion events that together are guaranteed to charge the atmosphere with vibrant intellectual exchange. Think of it as a week-long summer university for the mind – remarkable lectures and classes across a stimulating array of topics.    NewSchools CEO Ted Mitchell will join Fiona O’Carrol\, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Innovation and New Ventures Group at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt\, to discuss the role technology can play in improving U.S. public education. The session From Bricks to Clicks\, Will Technology Truly Transform K-12 Education? begins at 8:00am\, Tuesday\, June 28. 
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/aspen-ideas-festival
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SUMMARY:2011 National Charter Schools Conference
DESCRIPTION:Jim Peyser\, the Managing Partner for City Funds at NewSchools Venture Fund\, will be named to the national Charter Schools Hall of Fame in a ceremony at the National Charter Schools Conference in Atlanta on June 22.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/2011-national-charter-schools-conference
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SUMMARY:CGI America
DESCRIPTION:At CGI America\, participants will focus on strengthening American industries\, unlocking capital for innovation and entrepreneurship\, advancing energy efficiency and smart infrastructure\, and training the next generation for the workforce. The goal of the meeting is to generate Commitments to Action - new\, specific\, and measurable plans to address challenges in the U.S.\, particularly through job creation and investment. NewSchools Partner Julie Mikuta will be participating in CGI America's STEM Education working group\, furthering the building of a movement to meet President Obama's challenge to prepare 100\,000 new teachers in the fields of science\, technology\, engineering and math in the next decade.
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URL:http://www.newschools.org/event/cgi-america
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice 2011
DESCRIPTION:The Community of Practice event is an invitation-only event for NewSchools portfolio members and funders. The 2011 Community of Practice event allowed for more informal networking and learning opportunities. NewSchools designed a range of Meetups which allowed Community participants to network in more intimate settings. We will post resources from the sessions as they become available. Please follow the links in the resource section to the right or click on the icons next to session titles to download resources.Agenda Tuesday\, May 17\, 2011 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. The following sessions took place off-site. Social Networking @ Facebook Alex Grodd\, CEO of BetterLesson will talk turkey on Social Networking on the way to and from Facebook. At Facebook you can check out the company’s cool digs in Palo Alto and learn more about the company\, its culture and people. Learning Through Games at Electronic Arts Take a tour of Gaming Powerhouse Electronic Arts\, maker of Tiger Woods PGA Tour\, Coconut Dodge for Iphone\, and Madden Football with Beth Purvis\, CEO of CICS and one of the forces behind ChicagoQuest\, an organization ‘remixing’ New York city’s Quest to Learn school and Richard Hilleman\, EA’s Chief Creative Officer. Steering Innovation Join a trip led by Bill Kurtz of DSST Public Schools to BMW's Silicon Valley Technology Center to learn how the engineering team at BMW thinks about improvement and innovation. Applying Design Thinking to Close the Achievement Gap @ IDEO Join Ellen Moir of the New Teacher Center and Sandy Speicher of IDEO for a tour of IDEO’s Palo Alto office. Learn how the principles of Smart Design drive some of the most innovative organizations in education and other sectors. Blended Learning Join Anthony Kim\, CEO of Education Elements for a facilitated discussion and trip to Google focused on Blended Learning Environments and how they are changing the education landscape. The following sessions take place at the Hyatt: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Looking Back to Look Forward: Examining CMO Challenges  Using data collected over the years\, examine the greatest challenges in building CMOs–we’ll look at uneven performance\, growth\, and sustainability. We’ll also brainstorm some possible solutions. 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 10 things I wish my mother told me about selling an education brand Join Mark Williams\, Principal and Director of Brand Strategy at San Francisco’s Mortar Agency for an engaging workshop and discussion about developing actionable strategies that reach audiences and buyers of all types. 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Keynote Discussion   Bing Gordon may know more about video games than anyone else on earth. Gordon\, a Partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers\, took that post after a legendary decade as Chief Creative Officer at video game giant Electronic Arts. An unapologetic evangelist for the “videogamification of everything\,” he has provocatively titled his talk\, “Videogame Design Thinking: New Manipulatives For Education… Or\, How Playing Videogames will Change a Generation’s Preferences and Expectations.” In the talk\, Gordon will take on the controversial topic of how video games will affect learning—and vice versa. He’ll also take questions from the audience. 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Annual Reception\, Dinner and Awards Ceremony The evening will culminate with the Annual NewSchools Community of Practice Dinner where we will take time to celebrate successes of individuals and the collective group. The restaurant\, Max’s Opera Café is adjacent to the Hyatt. 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Summit Reception After the Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony\, you are welcome for a Reception welcoming Summit attendees back at the Hyatt. Joining the Meetup Group The easiest way to register for COP sessions is to join Meetup. Getting on Meetup will take about a minute\, and will allow you to see who else is coming\, to connect with those people in advance if you wish\, and to lock in your space in the activities you want to join. To become a member of our Meetup group please follow these instructions:  Go to http://www.meetup.com/nsvfcop2011/ and click “Join Us.” Register for the site by creating a Meetup account\, or by using your Facebook account. When you register\, NewSchools will receive a notification of your request\, and will approve you as a member of our group. Log back in to your account and sign up for the Meetups you would like to attend.   Please register for the two general sessions—the keynote with Bing Gordon and the Annual Dinner so that we can plan for your attendance. Take a look at the planned Meetups and RSVP to the one that interests you the most. If you’re not interested in any of the planned Meetups\, you can create your own Meetup on a topic of interest to you!  Just click Schedule a Meetup on the group tools menu. Register early to reserve a spot in your preferred sessions\, as space is limited! 
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SUMMARY:Ed-Tech Startup Mixer
DESCRIPTION:NewSchools Venture Fund\, in partnership with the Stanford d.school and Teach for America\, invites you to join us to learn about great startup opportunities for education technology entrepreneurs\, including exciting and new programs such as Imagine K12\, Kauffman Labs\, and Startl. The founders of each of these organizations will provide information about their program. We encourage all potential applicants and ed-tech founders to attend.This will be a great networking opportunity with other education technology enthusiasts from a diverse set of backgrounds in education\, technology/computer science\, policy and business. We will bring together new and veteran entrepreneurs\, as well as investors interested in the education technology space.Space is limited so please RSVP by April 10th.Location: The Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford (the d.school)416 Escondido MallBuilding 550Stanford\, CADate: Saturday\, April 16\, 2011Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm (drinks and light appetizers will be served)Note: Please allow extra time to find the d.school. For more location details\, click here. Also\, parking on campus on Saturdays in most spots is free.Learn more about the TFA-NewSchools EdTech Lab Program.Contact Wayee Chu at wchu@newschools.org for more information.Presenting Organizations:About Imagine K12We believe technology is transforming K-12 education. The infrastructure\, hardware\, software\, and platforms are either available or being developed that will change the nature of how we teach our children in profound and far reaching ways. This high-tech wave will sweep through the educational world\, but its speed and impact depend on the quality of ideas and entrepreneurs and their ability to execute. This is where we intend to act.Imagine K12 is looking to invest time\, experience\, energy and resources in entrepreneurs who have a passion for education and the technical know-how to create their vision. Over a three month period\, we will draw on our extensive entrepreneurial experience\, understanding of the Silicon Valley ecosystem\, and knowledge of the education industry to give your idea and energy a far greater shot at success. www.imaginek12.comAbout Kauffman Education Ventures Program\, Kauffman Labs for Enterprise CreationPart school and part business accelerator\, Kauffman Labs for Enterprise Creation is a new approach to developing the next generation of high-growth firms. Tapping the Kauffman Foundation’s vast entrepreneurship knowledge and networks\, the program seeks to accelerate the number and success of new firms by offering a new method for teaching and training entrepreneurs of dynamic\, fast-growth\, scalable businesses in a lab setting\, while studying the "science of startups" in the process. For more information\, visit www.kauffmanlabs.org.About StartlOur mission is to make learning as engaging and effective as possible through the strategic use of digital media – from kindergarten to college\, in and outside the classroom. We do this by recruiting promising young innovators and turning their powerful ideas for learning into successful products for market.Everyone agrees – from policymakers and businesspeople to teachers and kids – that we have yet to realize the potential of new media and technologies to transform learning. The established structures in education and business make it hard for exciting innovations cropping up outside the system to get the support they need to rise up in the market.By bringing together the philanthropic sector with the private sector\, we at Startl are creating a critical missing link between innovation and capital. We’re also making sure these emerging technologies reflect what we know makes for the best learning\, versus just what will sell. In this way\, we’re accelerating the process of innovation and changing the future of learning in both a socially responsible and economically sound way.www.startl.orgHost Organizations:About NewSchools Venture FundNewSchools Venture Fund seeks to transform public education through powerful ideas and passionate entrepreneurs so that all children – especially those in underserved communities – have the opportunity to succeed. As a national nonprofit venture philanthropy firm\, NewSchools supports education entrepreneurs\, a special breed of innovators who create new nonprofit and for-profit organizations that redefine our sense of what is possible in public education. Founded in 1998\, NewSchools has invested in more than 35 nonprofit and for-profit organizations and raised nearly $150 million. NewSchools takes an active role with each venture in our portfolio to help them create sustainable organizations that generate breakthrough results at scale for the students they serve. In addition to this direct support to entrepreneurs\, NewSchools also connects their work to the broader public education reform movement to catalyze systems change. For more information\, visit www.newschools.org.About Teach For AmericaTeach For America is the national corps of outstanding recent college graduates who commit to teach for two years in urban and rural public schools and become lifelong leaders in expanding educational opportunity. Today\, more than 8\,200 corps members are teaching in 39 regions across the country while 20\,000 Teach For America alumni continue working from inside and outside the field of education for the fundamental changes necessary to ensure educational excellence and equity. For more information\, visit www.teachforamerica.orgAbout the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at StanfordFive years ago\, those at the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design started with a dream about building a place for design at Stanford. They wanted to build a place where design thinking is the glue that binds people together\, a place they called the d.school. The d.school has become a hub for Stanford students and faculty in engineering\, medicine\, business\, the humanities\, and education to learn design thinking and work together to solve big problems in a human centered way. These students have taken the design thinking methodology and applied it in new places to new problems. Along the way\, they have developed their own process for reliably producing innovative solutions to nearly any challenge. In a time when there is hunger for innovation everywhere\, they believe our first responsibility is to help prepare a generation of students to rise with the challenges of our times. These “students” will increasingly range from kindergarteners to senior executives at Fortune 500 companies. For more information\, visit http://dschool.stanford.edu/.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
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SUMMARY:NewSchools Summit 2011
DESCRIPTION:The NewSchools Summit\, held in partnership with the Aspen Institute\, is an annual invitation-only gathering of entrepreneurs\, educators\, and policymakers who are passionate about the power of entrepreneurs to transform public education for underserved children. The Summit brings these leaders together to share ideas\, resources and connections and to build the education entrepreneur movement. Participants also gain a greater appreciation for the visionary education entrepreneurs who are fueling dramatic change throughout the public school system.Summit 2012 is now in the planning. Information about Summit 2012 will be posted here when it becomes available.Summit 2011 attracted more than 800 attendees\, and speakers including Mark Zuckerberg\, John Doerr\, Joel Klein\, Sal Khan\, Kaya Henderson\, and Reed Hastings. Learn more about Summit 2011Summit 2011 agendaSummit 2011 photosSummit 2011 Highlights videoLearn more about past Summits.
LOCATION:2 New Montgomery St
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