The Hunt Institute

Policy changes are one thing, but bringing them to life in the classroom is where the real work happens. How can state math policies lead to actual student success?

Don't miss tomorrow's session of Homeroom with Education Leaders: Math Policy and Practice, hosted by The Hunt Institute. We're taking a dive into closing the gap between lawmaking and everyday teaching realities.
Meet our expert panel:
✔️ Jenny Hanson (Curriculum Associates) – Moderator
✔️ Dr. Robert Q. Berry, III (Indiana University Bloomington)
✔️ Lindsey Henderson (ExcelinEd)
We'll be discussing strategies like updating curriculum materials, empowering teachers through professional development, and ensuring access to math for all students.

📅 Date: Tomorrow — Wednesday, August 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM ET | 1:00 PM CT | 11:00 AM PT
📍 Location: Zoom (Virtual)
🔗 Save your seat before tomorrow: https://bit.ly/4fdlypJ

Thank you for joining us Lt. Governor Michelle Strinden, and for being a part of Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows Cohort 12!

Grateful to graduate as a member of Cohort 12 of the Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellow Program. Connecting with elected leaders across the country, learning from experts about education policy for our youngest citizens all the way through higher education, it was a privilege to engage in meaningful dialogue about prioritizing education.

Thank you to The Hunt Institute for this opportunity.

Thanks for sharing, Suffolk VA Public Schools! We are glad to have School Board Chair Sean McGee as part of our Virginia Hunt State Policy Fellows Cohort 2.

Congratulations to our very own Suffolk School Board Chair Sean McGee!

Mr. McGee has been selected to join the 2026 Virginia Hunt State Policy Fellows cohort (The Hunt Institute) bringing together local leaders from across the Commonwealth to learn, collaborate, and engage in conversations focused on strengthening education and opportunities for students.

We’re proud to have Mr. McGee representing Suffolk Public Schools and bringing those valuable insights and connections back to our school community.

Congratulations on this well-deserved opportunity!

A sincere thank you to our partners and participating sponsors for making this convening possible. Our mission is only possible due to your ongoing support.

Thank you to all the Virginia Hunt State Policy Fellows and attendees who contributed their time, ideas, and expertise over the past two days. Your leadership and commitment to improving outcomes for Virginia students drive this work forward.

The Hunt Institute has concluded the first meeting of Cohort 2 of the Virginia Hunt State Policy Fellows program. Day 2 focused on K-12 education policy and funding structures across the Commonwealth. Key discussions included:

☑️ Bipartisan legislative approaches to advancing early childhood policy
☑️ The technical foundations and current debates surrounding Virginia’s K-12 funding formulas
☑️ Aligning graduation standards with real-world postsecondary demands

That concludes Day 1 of the Virginia Hunt State Policy Fellows in Chantilly, Virginia. Throughout the day, state and local leaders gathered to analyze critical issues in early childhood education. Highlights included:

☑️ The brain science and economic return on investment behind early learning
☑️ Systematic solutions to improve childcare access and affordability across Virginia
☑️ Direct conversations with frontline educators and program leaders about workforce realities

Thank you to all our speakers and Fellows for engaging in these essential conversations. We look forward to delving into K-12 funding, accountability, and legislative policy tomorrow.

A heartfelt thank you to our speakers, resource experts, , and staff who made Cohort 12, Session 2 in San Diego so impactful! Your candor, data-driven insights, and commitment to bipartisan dialogue are what make real change possible for students. Safe travels home, and let’s keep turning these insights into action!

The Hunt Institute would like to extend our gratitude to our incredible sponsors and funders for making programs like the Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows possible! Because of your support, engaged in bipartisan, data-driven conversations to drive real change for students across the country.

Welcome to the Virginia Hunt State Policy Fellows, Vice Mayor Curtis Bethany! We look forward to seeing you at the first meeting next week.