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Chris Liang-Vergara
Deputy Chief Special Projects

Change-maker. Catalyst. Collaborator. Social impact entrepreneur. Chris Liang-Vergara is a nationally recognized leader in multi-disciplinary R&D and education innovation, with over two decades of experience in systems change with low-income communities, learner-centered design, and cutting-edge educational technology. As Deputy Chief Special Projects at AERDF, he leads projects to build new capabilities, ecosystem bridges, and oversees the AERDF AdvancED Fellowship to dare to dream. Previously, he was Chief Innovation Officer at LEAP Innovations and Dir EdTech at FirstLine Schools, and taught in the USA and abroad. He is a Pahara Fellow, EdLoc member, and father.

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American Group of Innovative Learning Environments (AGILE) Network Annual Convening


Grand Hyatt - Lonestar Ballroom C - AERDF

(Invitation Only) AERDF Awardee: This session is for AGILE Network members only. The American Group of Innovative Learning Environments is a group of innovative schools and educators across the United State of America. Members contribute to evidence-based learning solutions and receive research compensation, grants, professional development, and skills in innovation, research, and equity. AGILE is part the international group GETN, the Global Edtech Trialing Network. Apply at https://www.leanlabeducation.org/schools
AERDF Reception: Creating the Innovation Gems - State and Regional R&D


Grand Hyatt - Lonestar Ballroom C - AERDF

AERDF, ISTE ASCD, Learner-Center Collaborative, LeanLab Education, InnovationEDU, and the Alliance for Learning Innovation (ALI) invite you to discover where education innovation is thriving! Join regional and state leaders from across the country to map breakthrough initiatives. Through collaborative storytelling and hands-on mapping, you'll uncover hidden innovation gems, connect with change-makers, and help shape the future of education R&D. The session will include refreshments. Please RSVP below to confirm your attendance as space is limited.
Reception: Creating the Innovation Gems - Regional & State Deep Dive on R&D


Offsite public events, Hyatt Lonestar Ballroom C

AERDF, ISTE ASCD, Learner-Centered Collaborative, Leanlab Education, InnovateEDU, and the Alliance for Learning Innovation (ALI) invite you to discover where education innovation is thriving! Join regional and state leaders from across the country to map breakthrough initiatives. Through collaborative storytelling and hands-on mapping, you'll uncover hidden innovation gems, connect with change-makers, and help shape the future of education R&D. The session will include refreshments and time to celebrate innovation together!
Jump into FractionBall Finals: Come Play and Lift Your School to Victory!


Offsite public events, Expo Hall Main Entrance, AERDF Booth 1600

Drop in for a shoot-around where math lovers and hoopers rep their schools in a live bracket. Sink fraction shots, huddle with teammates, and chase the Finals trophy—take a refreshing break filled with laughter, and high-fives. Taste the collaborative joy students experience as play transforms learning.

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