In 2025, education issues and trends, such as resource constraints, a shifting federal policy environment, and uncertainty with federal engagement in education, are more and more likely to impact state education agencies (SEAs) including their operations and how they communicate policy shifts to local education agencies (LEAs).
Leaders will need to navigate an ever-evolving landscape influenced by federal and state legislative priorities, funding, and external factors exerting more pressure on public schools.
WestEd is committed to helping leaders by providing a forum in which state education leaders can access and exchange knowledge, experience, and promising practices. Our experts are available to facilitate 90-minute webinars that focus on a key topic, present the latest evidence or practical findings, and provide an opportunity for discussion with former SEA cabinet chiefs.
Discussion Topics
State leaders can request webinars on a variety of need- and interest-based topics. Some ideas include:
- navigating the possibility of changes in federal education funding,
- state-level agency collaboration to drive better outcomes for children, youth, and families, and
- how block grants can achieve state goals and improve student outcomes.
Suggested Participants for all Sessions
- State Chiefs and Deputies
- Chief of Staff
- Chief Financial Officers
- Data Officers
- Information Officers
- Privacy Officers
- Legal Counsel
- Federal Program Directors
- Legislative Liaisons
WestEd Content Experts
Sarah Barzee, Senior Director, State Education Services
Alicia Kielmovitch, Director, Policy and Outreach
Kate Wright, Senior Director, State Education Services
Jason Willis, Senior Policy Advisor, Strategic Resource Allocation and Systems Planning
To bring this series to your state, please reach out to Kate Wright.