Learning Community CEO Ted Stilwill is focused on innovative programs backed by proven educational science and rigorous evaluation. His track record in leadership and in the classroom gives him a valuable perspective in assessing the needs of students in the Omaha metro area. Follow Ted's EDvantage blog.
Stilwill's leadership of a six-state network of 40 school districts focused on educational innovations in both policy and practice. While COO of Learning Point in Chicago, he managed $30 million in contracts for advanced research and consulting tools to improve educational outcomes.
As director of Iowa's Department of Education, Ted's data-driven outlook led to implementation of the state's first information management system for educational data. He also instituted statewide evaluation standards for school district accreditation, teachers and administrators. He worked with legislators and political groups to change teacher licensure policies and teacher compensation.
Educational Appointments: President, Council of Chief State School Officers; Treasurer, Education Commission of the States; President, North Central Regional Educational Laboratory.
As the Executive Director of Elementary Learning Centers, Renee Franklin leads the development of $4.7 million in programming to increase academic proficiency. She also oversees the new Learning Community Center of South Omaha and plans for the future Learning Community Center of North Omaha.
Renee brings 20 years of expertise in building community capacity for change. She transformed a struggling non-profit into an award-winning organization now known as Kids Can in South Omaha. While executive director, the organization thrived with new programs, funding support and an effective organizational structure.
Earlier in her career, Renee served as the Nebraska-Southwest Iowa Muscular Dystrophy Association District Director, a chapter ranked in the top ten nationwide.
Community Leadership: Nonprofit Association of the Midlands Board, Nonprofit Executive Institute, Komen Nebraska, and the Literacy Center of the Midlands.
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