Data in Schools
Connections through education & data
It was one of the best conferences I have attended in a long time. The structure was perfect! I could definitely see the next iteration of the conference focusing on the rollout and impact in school. It feels like a nice transition going from formation to implementation.
-Aisha Kristiansen
you can find us all over the world
Spring 2023
Singapore American School
Singapore
February 23rd & 24th, 2023
Spring 2024
Data in Schools
india
The American Embassy SchooL
Delhi
Feb 29th & Mar 1, 2024
Fall 2024
Data in Schools
Singapore
German european school singapore
Singapore
October 10th & 11th, 2024
spring 2025
Data in Schools
frankfurt
Frankfurt international school
Frankfurt
March 2025
Fall 2025
Data in Schools
?
coming soon
Somewhere in the world
Fall 2025
I wish we had more time! It was too short. Also, I would encourage schools to bring a representation of administrators, teachers, and tech.
- Daniel Mendez
Getting together to talk with smaller groups about what specific issues we are dealing with helped me think through how we can move towards more of a PLC culture.
-Saleem Blevins
how it all started
Back in 2019, before the world turned into a real-life dystopian movie, Chris was working in the world of data analytics and data visualization. He felt a bit isolated and lonely doing this work, so he wanted to connect with other people messing around with data in schools.
After making a few connections, he decided to offer a chance for people to get together in person. in February 2020, Chris invited a small group of data-minded educators to Singapore. Just as the threat of masks and shutting the world down came to Asia, 13 brave people decided to sneak in one last trip. The first Data in Schools Conference was born.
Shortly after, the pandemic shut down any human connection, so like other conferences, we had to take a short commercial break. (Well, it wasn't really short, it was like, three years.)
In the summer of 2022, some former attendees and new connections started asking about getting the conference fired up again. With the support of two colleagues, Ben Summerton and Andy Sheu, we hosted Data in Schools: Southeast Asia.
why we do this
As organizations, we collect data all the time. Perhaps too much data. Now, I love a good spreadsheet just as much as the next data analytics person, but this conference and this group are about more than that.
It is about how to use that data for collaborative decision-making. It’s about breaking down the silos we work in to solve problems together, which probably include data.
We want to create a place that is specific to educators that have a passion for working with data.
Our goal is to build a network and connect people on things that matter to them in their schools.
Ultimately, we want to break down the silos within schools and help educators collectively make data-informed decisions.
Actually, I really loved the format, the challenge and gnarly-ness of the case study, and the rich opportunities for smaller conversations, such as the ‘unconference.’
- Mandala Barab
February 29th &
March 1st, 2024
The American embassy school Delhi
Data in Schools: india
Hosted by The American Embassy School
When
Thursday, February 29, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Friday, March 1, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
where
The American Embassy School
Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110021, India
Fully
booked
Check back in march for announcements on our next conference
Keynote Speakers
Day One
nicole ponsford
Speaker, CEO, Specialist Leader
Global Equality Collective
Day Two
Matthew savage
Speaker, Trainer & Coach
#TheMonaLisaEffect®
After working in education for over 20 years as a teacher, school leader, trainer, and coach, Nic wanted to find an accessible means to make ordinary classrooms extraordinarily inclusive. Nic is passionate about creating a level playing field for everyone in education, especially those from underserved groups. In 2017, Nic set up the Global Equality Collective (GEC) to address 'one of the biggest issues in education' - diversity and inclusion.
Nic is dedicated to transforming the lives of underrepresented young people and ‘usualising’ difference. She is an experienced interviewee and speaker, a Doctorate Researcher #CEMPDOC, a Fellow of both the RSA and IESE for work in education and inclusion, Award-winning ed-tech leader with a demonstrated history both in the classroom and in the e-learning industry.
Back in 2005, Nic won a Pearson Teaching Award for ‘Outstanding New Teacher’. Since this, Nic has been recognised as one of Europe's top 50 women in tech through the #InspiringFiftyEurope award, gained a Rising Star Award (Education and Academia). Recently she has listed ‘Highly Commended’ as a ‘Women in Tech Excellence’ in the category of ‘Role Model of the Year’ 2023 by Computing magazine.
After 25 years as an educator, school leader and principal, both in the UK and internationally, Matthew is now a speaker, trainer, consultant and coach; Associate Consultant at LSC Education and editor of SchoolRubric’s InterACT Magazine; a member of ECIS’ DEIJ team and the Global Equality Collective, and regular contributor to the Diverse Educators network; and a governor for a leading international school.
Through #TheMonaLisaEffect®, his unique approach to assessment, wellbeing and DEIJB, and the 'data constellations' that link all three, he has worked with 1000s of educators in 100s of schools across more than 60 countries, helping them to ensure every single child, without condition or exception, can “be seen, be heard, be known and belong”. He lives on the Isle of Skye with his wonderful wife and atypical dog.
agenda
supported by
day one
Time
what's on
8:30 AM | 9:00 AM | Registration |
9:00 AM | 9:10 AM | Opening Remarks |
9:10 AM | 9:55 AM | Day 1 Keynote: Nic Ponsford |
9:55 AM | 10:35 AM | The Spice Market - Flexible Groups |
10:35 AM | 10:50 AM | {BREAK} |
10:50 AM | 11:40 AM | This is My JAM! Participant Share #1 |
11:40 AM | 12:10 PM | (optional) School Tour |
11:40 AM | 12:40 PM | {LUNCH} |
12:40 PM | 12:45 PM | Workshops - Introduction and Logistics |
12:45 PM | 1:45 PM | Workshop Round 1 |
1:45 PM | 2:00 PM | {BREAK} |
2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Oberoi Challenge: Words are Data too! (Silent data, Loud impact) |
3:00 PM | 3:50 PM | This is My JAM! Participant Share #2 |
3:50 PM | 4:00 PM | Closing Remarks |
4:30 PM | 6:30 PM | Social Event (Optional) |
sponsored by
day two
Time
what's on
8:30 AM | 9:00 AM | Welcome & Registration |
9:00 AM | 9:10 AM | Opening Remarks |
9:10 AM | 10:10 AM | Day 2 Opening Keynote: Matthew Savage |
10:10 AM | 11:00 AM | This is My JAM! Participant Share #3 |
11:00 AM | 11:10 AM | {BREAK} |
11:10 AM | 12:10 PM | Workshop Round 2 |
12:10 PM | 12:55 PM | {LUNCH} |
12:55 PM | 1:55 PM | Workshop Round 3 |
1:55 PM | 2:05 PM | {BREAK} |
2:05 PM | 2:55 PM | This is My Jam! Participant Share #4 |
2:55 PM | 3:40 PM | The Mullet Panels |
3:40 PM | 3:50 PM | Closing statements, Program Feedback and transition to social event |
Look at who you'll meet
Past Conferences
October 12th-13th 2023
the International school of amsterdam
February 23 - 24, 2023
Singapore American School
participating schools
American Embassy School | American International School Chennai | American School of Dubai | Australian International School Phnom Penh |
Australian International School Singapore | American International School Vienna | American Anglo School of Sophia | Ambrit International School |
American International School Budapest | American School in London | American School of Paris | American School of Warsaw |
Amsterdam International Community School | College Du Leman | Copenhagen International School | Canadian International School Singapore |
Chinese International School, Hong Kong | Dulwich College | Frankfurt International School | German European School, Singapore |
International School of Amsterdam | International School of Dusseldorf | International School of Geneva | International School of Luxembourg |
International School Manila | International School of Stuttgart | International School of Zug and Luzern | KAUST |
Nord Anglia Education | Nord Anglia International School - Rotterdam | Nexus International School Malaysia | Oasis International School - Kuala Lumpur |
Saigon South International School | Seoul Foreign School | Singapore American School | St. Joseph's Institution International School |
St. Mary’s International School, Tokyo | Stamford American International School Singapore | The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) | The International School of Penang (Uplands) |
United Nations International School of Hanoi | UWC South East Asia (East Campus) | Verdala International School |
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want to know more?
We love to connect with other educators. If you want more information or would like to be part of the group, come find us on Twitter or send us an email.
Data in Schools
Connections through education & data