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October 11, 2023

preparing students of today to be innovators, leaders, and engaged citizens of tomorrow

a note from julie

Can you remember what you were doing in October 2003? Though it was 20 years ago, the activities of that month are still very clear to me. In October 2003, Project Tomorrow launched the initial Speak Up surveys nationwide, providing a first-time ever opportunity for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade to share their authentic feedback and aspirations for the use of technology within learning. Over 200,000 students were given that opportunity through their schools and districts, and the data findings informed the development of the U.S. National Ed Tech Plan in 2004. Fast forward to today, the Speak Up Research Project is now in its 20th year, and the data findings include the voices of over 6.2 million students, parents, teachers, principals, and district administrators nationwide. And you have been part of that amazing journey with us! On October 26, we will be celebrating this momentous anniversary in Washington, DC, and also recognizing 10 school districts for their commitment to listening to the voices of their stakeholders. Look for our special announcement regarding those awards on October 26. In the meantime, give yourself a round of applause for your part in the Speak Up journey! You have inspired our work with your innovation and commitment to your students, staff, schools, and communities. Keep up the good work!   The celebration doesn’t end there – we invite you to share your Speak Up Story. Your experiences, triumphs, and vision for education’s future matter. Thank you for contributing to our legacy. Let’s continue this incredible journey together. share your speak up story!

from CDs to AI: celebrating 20 years of speak up research & looking to the future Register today for the virtual Congressional Briefing on 20 Years of Speak Up! Thursday, October 26, 2023 12 – 2 P.M. EST hosted virtually by edWeb.net You are invited to the 2023 Speak Up Congressional Briefing, an event that promises to be a compelling exploration of the past two decades of educational technology transformation. “From CDs to AI” will highlight our remarkable journey and feature the participation of key education stakeholders. why attend? The Congressional briefing will provide valuable perspectives on the role of technology in improving education. Be the first to learn the research findings. We can’t wait to have you with us as we look back on our journey “From CDs to AI” and chart a course for the exciting future of education technology. Together, we inspire and invest in the future of education. See you on October 26th!

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important updates for speak up 2023-24 surveys Project Tomorrow appreciates your past involvement in Speak Up! Your feedback and insights have been invaluable in shaping the future of education. We are excited to announce some important updates for the upcoming 2023-24 surveys, designed to make your experience even more seamless and stress-free. returning participants: registration handled for you For all returning participants from the 2022-23 surveys, we took care of your registration process. You should have received an email from Michelle, our Speak Up Project Director. If you haven’t received this email or have any questions, Michelle would be delighted to hear from you. You can reach her at mgreen@tomorrow.org. new to Speak Up or bringing it to a new district? If you are new to Speak Up or wish to introduce it to a new district, we welcome your participation! To express your interest, please complete the interest form available at https://www.tomorrow.org/speakup/speak-up-participate. Thank you once again for your continued support and dedication to improving education through Speak Up. We look forward to your participation in the 2023-24 surveys and the positive impact it will have on education.

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partnership spotlight

AASA, The School Superintendents Association, is receiving the Special Partnership Recognition Award for their long-standing support of Speak Up. AASA’s outreach on behalf of Speak Up has played a crucial role in increasing district leadership participation and raising awareness about the importance of stakeholder voice. The organization and its current leadership will be recognized at the 20 Years of Speak Up Celebration on October 26th.   AASA has provided a forum to Speak Up with invitations for Dr. Julie A. Evans to present at numerous events, both at the national and local levels. Their former Executive Director, Daniel A. Domenech, has taken part in our congressional briefings. Noelle Ng, Associate Executive Director, Advocacy & Governance, is also a valuable member of the Speak Up Advisory Council, contributing her expertise.   Thank you, AASA, for your commitment – and your continuing support of Speak Up. For all of these reasons,  AASA is receiving the Special Partnership Recognition Award.

Thank you from the Project Tomorrow team! Julie, Michelle, Ian, Sam, Irene, & David

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