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		May 2025

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Dear GSE Alumni,

This month, campus is buzzing with excitement and celebration. We hosted our second annual Career Pathways dinner, which brought together alumni from the ’70s to those from our most recent Class of ’24. With commencement on the horizon, we’re excited to welcome a new class of graduates to the GSE alumni community, and we are reminded of the transformative moments that mark the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next.

The month of May is also celebratory because it commemorates Teacher Appreciation Week, recognizing the educators who make lasting impressions on our lives and the education ecosphere. Did you know Stanford Teacher Education Program (STEP) grads stay in the profession almost twice the national rate? One of our feature stories below highlights the varied and important work STEP alumni do. Thank you, teachers!

In the continued spirit of celebration, you are cordially invited to join us at the Bay Area GSE Open Minds Cocktail Reception on Friday, June 6. Hosted from 7‒9 pm at the Tonga Room at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, this event offers a night of conversation and networking in the city as a preview to the wider university Open Minds event happening in San Francisco on June 7. Register here or at the link below.

As always, this newsletter highlights professional development opportunities to support your ongoing growth and success. Whether you’re looking to explore a new field, mentor a student, or reconnect with classmates, there’s never been a better time to tap into the strength of our alumni community.

Thank you for being a valued member of the GSE alumni family. I hope to celebrate with you in person soon at one of our events in the Bay Area or beyond!

- Marly

Marly Solebello
She/Her/Hers

Director, Alumni Relations
(650) 497-1557 | marlys@stanford.edu
482 Galvez Mall | Stanford, CA 94305-3009

Alumni Corner

April’s Connector posed the following Game Changer:

Q: What group invites a national celebration each year in the first week of May?

A: Teachers! The Stanford Teacher Education Program was founded in 1959 and has an alumni community spanning seven decades. Many STEP grads spend their entire professional careers in the classroom, while others share their expertise elsewhere within education. One of this month’s feature stories is about the impact our STEPies have year after year. Well done, teachers. We appreciate you!

Congratulations to April’s Game Changer winner! Keep reading to find May’s Game Changer and your next shot at GSE swag.

Celebrating STEP Alumni and advancing the future of teacher education.

A snapshot of graduates from the Stanford Teacher Education Program highlights the impact of an enduring service to education and generations of students

From campus to a career in education: GSE Career Pathways forges a path.

Career Pathways takes the 'work' out of networking by creating festive opportunities for students and alumni to connect.

Five years of the RAPID Survey Project: from lived experience to actionable data.

The Stanford project provides essential insights that inform early childhood programs and policies.

Missed school is an overlooked consequence of tropical cyclones.

Stanford research underscores the need to address the educational impacts of climate change.

Professional learning opportunities

May 27 - 28, 2025 | Live Online

Teaching the Youcubed Summer Camp

This workshop focuses on our curriculum and teaching approach that improved students’ scores on standardized mathematics tests by an average of 50% (equivalent to 2.8 years of school). A study of teachers implementing the program across the United States showed a significant increase in student mathematics achievement after camp and during the following school year. The training is appropriate for anyone interested in running a youcubed-inspired summer camp or using this teaching approach during the school year, and it includes our camp curriculum for grades K‒1, 2‒3, 4‒5, and 6‒9. Find out more →

September 9 - 10, 2025 | In Person

Youcubed Mathematics Leadership Summit at Stanford

Join Jo Boaler and Cathy Williams for two days of professional learning focused on leading mindset and mathematics change in schools, districts, counties, and beyond. You will engage in content from the latest neuroscience and mathematics education research while meeting other professionals who are leading similar changes. This is an interactive format where we will discuss challenges and solutions. Find out more →

News, stories, and updates for you

GSE professor among seven Stanford faculty elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. | Read More →

GSE alum Jonathan Jansen, PhD ’91, receives lifetime achievement award at this year’s AERA | Read More →

Dean Schwartz’s latest School’s In Podcast: Helping every child succeed: Scaling support that works. | Listen Here →

Bay Area GSE Open Minds Cocktail Reception on Friday, June 6. Hosted from 7‒9pm at the Tonga Room at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco. | Register Here →

GSE Game Changer

Each month, we’re shaking things up with a fun challenge where your attention to detail, knowledge, and competitive spirit can win you exclusive GSE swag! Whether it's trivia, puzzles, or scavenger hunts, this is your chance to snag some awesome prizes. Get ready to play, have fun, and make a game-changing move! Don't miss out—it's the ultimate way to wrap up the newsletter each month.

May's Game Changer

Beyond the Farm: Can you name three cities outside the Bay Area where the GSE has appeared (or will appear!) this year?

Submit your guesses via email by Friday, June 6 for a chance to win exclusive GSE swag! Those who answer correctly will be entered into a raffle, with one lucky winner drawn. Only one entry per person each month.

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