Reimagining Personalization: When Technology Serves the Learner

- Hosts: Sophia James (Pathways Director, NYC Public Schools) & Kyle Liao (Strategic Growth Director, Educate) - Date: April 22, 2026 - Duration: 1 hour Personalization is more than a digital playlist—it’s about moving technology from the center of the room to serve the learner. When we align tools with student agency, we don't just change how students work; we change how they think. Watch this second installment of our Future-Forward Leader Dialogues, where we explore how to bridge the gap between high-tech tools and high-impact student agency. Here’s what we cover: - The Agency Shift: Moving beyond "digital compliance" toward environments where students lead with curiosity - Purposeful Personalization: How technology serves the learner rather than just delivering content - Removing the Ceiling: Strategies to prevent leadership exhaustion by fostering a culture of collective ownership - Making Growth Visible: Using the Innovation Spectrum to track how individualization and agency are taking root in your classrooms. - Practical Leadership: Direct insights from district and school leaders on balancing innovation with everyday learning Additional Resources: 🧠 View the Key Insights: https://bit.ly/Key-Insights-Reimagining-Personalization 📊 Access the Strategic Overview: https://bit.ly/The-Future-in-Motion ☑️ Take the IS Self-Assessment: https://bit.ly/IS-Self-Assessment ABOUT THE VOICES OF INNOVATION Nicole Nesheim, PhD, is the Chief Academic Officer at Hatch Early Learning, dedicated to ensuring that foundational learning is both rigorous and student-centered. Paul Forbes is a Bias Awareness and Equity Consultant with "Leading with Hearts and Minds," focusing on creating inclusive environments where every learner's voice is amplified. Jann Amato is a Regional Superintendent for the Archdiocese of NY, bringing a systemic perspective to scaling innovative practices across diverse school communities. Cory Kindelmann is the Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at East Williston Union Free School District, specializing in the intersection of instructional design and digital tools.