BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ekbn.org - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ekbn.org X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ekbn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ekbn.org REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20260322T215828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T215828Z UID:10000021-1774443600-1774447200@ekbn.org SUMMARY:EKBN Networking Hour DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an informal hour of conversation and connection – continue building on discussions from the EKBN Forum or stop by to learn more about our network and what we do. Networking hours are great for expanding your circle of knowledge brokers and sparking new professional collaborations.  \nRegistration is required. Reserve your seat today! \nRegister\n  URL:https://ekbn.org/event/ekbn-networking-hour-3/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NH-Newsletter.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20260309T190941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T215705Z UID:10000018-1774443600-1774447200@ekbn.org SUMMARY:EKBN Networking Hour DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an informal hour of conversation and connection – continue building on discussions from the EKBN Forum or stop by to learn more about our network and what we do. Networking hours are great for expanding your circle of knowledge brokers and sparking new professional collaborations.  \nRegistration is required. Reserve your seat today! \nRegister\n  URL:https://ekbn.org/event/ekbn-networking-hour-2/ CATEGORIES:Featured Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-12-Networking-Hour-3.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20250924T215257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T155601Z UID:10000006-1771938000-1772125200@ekbn.org SUMMARY:EKBN Forum: Shaping the Future of Knowledge Brokering DESCRIPTION:Please join the Education Knowledge Broker Network at our first annual forum on February 24-26\, 2026. To learn more\, submit your proposal\, and register for the event\, check out our Annual Forum page. URL:https://ekbn.org/event/ekbn-forum-shaping-the-future-of-knowledge-brokering/ CATEGORIES:Featured Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EKBN-Icon-on-Blue.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T153000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20260110T154829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T155153Z UID:10000017-1770217200-1770219000@ekbn.org SUMMARY:On-ramp to the Forum (Session 3) DESCRIPTION:Not sure what to expect from the EKBN Forum? New to our network? \nJoin us for On-ramp to the Forum\, a short introductory session where you can learn more about knowledge brokering\, meet our team\, and get a sneak peek at our upcoming virtual forum. Whether you are already registered for the event or are considering if the forum is right for you\, On-ramp sessions are a great way to connect with others interested in knowledge brokering and learn more about the opportunities to get involved with EKBN!  \n*Note that we are offering three On-ramp sessions\, each with the same content\, to help accommodate a wide range of participant schedules. Please ensure you are signed up for your preferred date and time. All options can be found on our Events page. \nRegister today for February 4 at 3:00-3:30pm ET URL:https://ekbn.org/event/on-ramp-to-the-forum-session-3/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EKBN-Events-Images-Twitter-3.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20260110T154515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T154542Z UID:10000016-1769625000-1769626800@ekbn.org SUMMARY:On-ramp to the Forum (Session 2) DESCRIPTION:Not sure what to expect from the EKBN Forum? New to our network? \nJoin us for On-ramp to the Forum\, a short introductory session where you can learn more about knowledge brokering\, meet our team\, and get a sneak peek at our upcoming virtual forum. Whether you are already registered for the event or are considering if the forum is right for you\, On-ramp sessions are a great way to connect with others interested in knowledge brokering and learn more about the opportunities to get involved with EKBN!  \n*Note that we are offering three On-ramp sessions\, each with the same content\, to help accommodate a wide range of participant schedules. Please ensure you are signed up for your preferred date and time. All options can be found on our Events page. \nLink text Register now for January 28 at 6:30-7:00pm ET[/button] URL:https://ekbn.org/event/on-ramp-to-the-forum-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EKBN-Events-Images-Twitter-2.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T133000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20260110T154209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T154300Z UID:10000015-1769000400-1769002200@ekbn.org SUMMARY:On-ramp to the Forum (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:Not sure what to expect from the EKBN Forum? New to our network? \nJoin us for On-ramp to the Forum\, a short introductory session where you can learn more about knowledge brokering\, meet our team\, and get a sneak peek at our upcoming virtual forum. Whether you are already registered for the event or are considering if the forum is right for you\, On-ramp sessions are a great way to connect with others interested in knowledge brokering and learn more about the opportunities to get involved with EKBN!  \n*Note that we are offering three On-ramp sessions\, each with the same content\, to help accommodate a wide range of participant schedules. Please ensure you are signed up for your preferred date and time. All options can be found on our Events page. \nRegister now for January 21 at 1:00-1:30pm ET URL:https://ekbn.org/event/on-ramp-to-the-forum/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EKBN-Events-Images-Twitter-1.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20251124T011415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T011533Z UID:10000013-1765987200-1765990800@ekbn.org SUMMARY:The Impacts of Federal Activities on Knowledge Brokering: Forging a Path Forward DESCRIPTION:In December 2024\, EKBN hosted a knowledge cafe to discuss the implications of the upcoming presidential transition for the field of education knowledge brokers. One year later\, we are reconvening to review how our community has responded to the many challenges posed in 2025 and to continue to find pathways forward. Join us for candid conversation\, insights from policy experts\, and an opportunity to engage with other knowledge brokers about a topic that impacts us all. \nRegister Today!\nThis event is hosted by Jim Kohlmoos\, a policy advocate\, program manager\, executive leader\, and knowledge broker. URL:https://ekbn.org/event/the-impacts-of-federal-activities-on-knowledge-brokering-forging-a-path-forward/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-12-Kohlmoos-LI.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20251124T012304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T151952Z UID:10000014-1765886400-1765890000@ekbn.org SUMMARY:EKBN Networking Hour DESCRIPTION:Please join EKBN Ambassador Christina Claiborne for an informal hour of conversation and connection. Networking hours are great for expanding your circle of knowledge brokers and sparking new professional collaborations.  \nAbout your host: Christina is a Research Project Director at the Annenberg Institute\, where she leads the EdResearch for Action brief creation process. In her work\, she leads a board of practitioners and a team of researchers to create research synthesis briefs that distill key findings across various educational topics\, specifically tailored for school and district leaders. Prior to joining Annenberg\, Christina was the Assistant Director of Academics in the Education Department at Brown University. Christina holds a master’s degree in Urban Education Policy from Brown University\, and a bachelor’s in Economics and minor in Public Policy from the University of California\, Berkeley. Consider stopping by and asking Christina about the EdWorkingPapers Policy and Practice briefs\, a series of short summaries of EdResearch for Action’s most timely and policy-relevant working papers. \nRegister Today! URL:https://ekbn.org/event/ekbn-networking-hour/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-12-Networking-Hour-2.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20251124T003313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T012008Z UID:10000012-1765292400-1765296000@ekbn.org SUMMARY:Knowledge Brokering through Curriculum Co-Design: Lessons from Justice-Centered Computing Education DESCRIPTION:Join us for this engaging knowledge cafe with F. Megumi Kivuva to explore practical co-design and knowledge brokering routines\, examined through their work with curriculum co-design for justice-centered computing education (JCCE). Guided by bell hooks’ notion of praxis\, this knowledge cafe focuses on how Megumi teaches and shares research with practitioners to support their teaching through curriculum co-design for justice-centered computing education (JCCE). By examining the collaborative processes used to design and adapt curricula that foreground computing’s social-political implications within the constraints of informal learning environments\, Megumi will highlight the relationship work behind the design\, including issues of trust\, role navigation\, and the creation of boundary objects. Key challenges encountered in the process will be discussed along with the design choices used to navigate these challenges.  \nRegister Today! \nAbout Megumi: I am a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow at the University of Washington\, Seattle\, advised by Prof. Amy Ko. My PhD research aims to co-design computing education pathways for refugee youth\, their families\, and the community organizations that support them. Through community-participatory methodologies\, I work closely with refugee support organizations to develop computing education programs for refugee youth. My previous work includes CS integration in language learning\, co-construction in CS classes\, computational embroidery and e-textiles\, and teaching computing in various after-school settings. I hold a BA in Computer Science and Spanish Studies from Bard College. URL:https://ekbn.org/event/knowledge-brokering-through-curriculum-co-design-lessons-from-justice-centered-computing-education/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025_12-Kivuva-LI.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20251031T201750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T153324Z UID:10000011-1763478000-1763481600@ekbn.org SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything DESCRIPTION:In our next Ask Me Anything\, Barbara Pape\, Director of Digital Promise’s Learner Variability Project focused on students with learning differences\, will be answering your questions on topics such as: \n\nlearning differences \nneurodiversity \npersonalized learning \nlearner variability \nwhole child teaching\nparent role in supporting children with learning differences\n\nIn addition to her work at Digital Promise\, Barbara serves on Stanford University’s Neurodiversity SIG and the Jacob’s Foundation SIG on learner variability. Barbara led national surveys on learner variability\, edtech\, and teacher practice; she has written the paper defining learner variability; and now hosts a regular webinar series. She is a first generation college student\, began her career as a middle school teacher\, earned an EdM at Harvard\, and is now working on a PhD at University College London. \nJoin us for your opportunity to ask Barbara anything! \nRegister Today! URL:https://ekbn.org/event/ask-me-anything/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pape-AMA-for-Website-1080-x-720-px-1.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20251031T201520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T201520Z UID:10000010-1763046000-1763049600@ekbn.org SUMMARY:Network Hour with Phil Vahey DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual conversation where you can:\n🔁 connect with like-minded professionals\,\n🔶 share experiences of knowledge brokering\, and\n⚫️ explore strategies for finding\, interpreting\, and sharing research for diverse audiences. \nPhilip Vahey\, founder of Applied Learning Insights\, will be hosting this Network Hour. Over the course of his career\, Phil has been involved in software development\, bridging ideas from learning sciences with the edtech industry\, and applying learning sciences at scale. \nLink text URL:https://ekbn.org/event/network-hour-with-phil-vahey/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/USE-8.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20251031T200810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T201153Z UID:10000009-1762963200-1762966800@ekbn.org SUMMARY:Storytelling with Education Data DESCRIPTION:Data storytelling is a powerful way to bridge the gap between research and practice\, turning complex findings into clear\, engaging narratives that inspire action. In this session for the Education Knowledge Brokers Network\, Andy A. Accettola\, PhD\, will share practical strategies for translating education research into stories that resonate with educators\, policymakers\, and stakeholders. Drawing on his experience as a former middle school teacher\, researcher\, and consultant\, Andy will demonstrate how to frame compelling data questions\, incorporate student voice\, and use visualizations and the And-But-Therefore (ABT) framework to create actionable insights. Participants will leave with tools to craft strengths-based\, evidence-driven stories that foster informed decision-making and meaningful change in education. \nRegister Now URL:https://ekbn.org/event/storytelling-with-education-data/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/11_12-Andy-.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20251022T231452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T233432Z UID:10000008-1761764400-1761768000@ekbn.org SUMMARY:CREATEd Co-design Information Session DESCRIPTION:Join the CREATEd team at the University of Delaware to learn more about an upcoming funded opportunity for EKBN members to participate in a co-design using the new CREATEd Co-Design Toolkit. Co-design is an approach to collaboration that brings together researchers\, practitioners\, and communication designers as equal collaborators to develop practical solutions to pressing educational challenges. The CREATEd Toolkit – to be publicly released later this fall – is an innovative\, equity-centered process for transforming research into usable\, research-informed resources.  \nLearn more about co-design\, proposal requirements\, and timelines ahead of the full call for proposals in November. Register for the information session on October 29 at 7pm ET. \nRegister Here URL:https://ekbn.org/event/created-co-design-information-session/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/createdlogo.jpeg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T133000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20250918T183126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T170343Z UID:10000003-1761741000-1761744600@ekbn.org SUMMARY:Evidence Synthesis with Educators in Mind DESCRIPTION:Evidence synthesis research (systematic reviews\, meta-analyses\, and more) offers access to an entire body of literature in one place\, which is appealing for educational decision-makers who want a comprehensive look at evidence before making program and policy decisions. Yet\, studies on the use of research in education offer little evidence of educators actually using synthesis findings. Why does this gap exist and what approaches may help narrow it? These questions will guide the discussions in this knowledge cafe\, along with ideas and suggestions for approaches to bridge the gap. Join Dr. Elizabeth Day\, Assistant Director of Outreach and Research Assistant Professor at the University of Oregon for this presentation! \nRegister Today URL:https://ekbn.org/event/event-3/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EKBN-Events-Images-Sept-1.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20250918T183118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T170312Z UID:10000002-1761231600-1761235200@ekbn.org SUMMARY:Beyond the Tools: Navigating the Messy\, Relational Work of Knowledge Brokering DESCRIPTION:Join us for an honest conversation about what it really takes to facilitate collaboration across differences. We’ll explore why technical tools and frameworks\, while valuable\, are insufficient on their own\, and what an adaptive\, relationally rich practice of knowledge brokering looks like. This session\, facilitated by Cami Velasquez and Emma Parkerson from Systems Design Lab\,  centers collective inquiry over answers\, inviting you to surface shared challenges and explore what might be possible when we name the complexity together. We’ll explore questions like: \nHow do we create common ground for authentic collaboration when our systems pull us toward the familiar? \nHow do we navigate power dynamics and foster trust across diverse cultural perspectives? \nWhat would it mean to develop an adaptive\, relationally rich practice that situates tools within a deeper understanding of the human systems they serve?   \nThis event is open to all\, with particular relevance to emerging knowledge brokers and those starting to explore the field. Join us to share struggles\, compare notes\, and envision new possibilities together. Ahead of the event\, be sure to read their recent blog for EKBN to learn more. \nRegister Today! URL:https://ekbn.org/event/event-2/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Web-Newsletter-EKBN-Events-Images-Sept.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T130000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20250919T215833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T201749Z UID:10000005-1761048000-1761051600@ekbn.org SUMMARY:KB Connections with JoHo Talent DESCRIPTION:Join us for Clarity\, Confidence\, and Connection: Practical Tools for Your Job Search\nSearching for your next role can feel overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be. In this interactive session\, Jonathan Howard\, founder of JoHo Talent Network\, will share practical tools to bring structure and momentum to your search. Whether you’re just beginning your search or are in the thick of it\, this session will help you replace stress with clarity\, confidence\, and connection. \nRegister Today\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan Howard is the founder of JoHo Talent Network – and a recruiter at heart (he genuinely loves a good resume). A Teach For America alum\, he spent 12 years at Democracy Prep\, starting as a teacher and eventually leading the network’s talent acquisition team. Since then\, he’s helped hundreds of mission-driven organizations find great leaders AND helped great leaders find their next chapter. Before launching JoHo\, Jonathan was an Associate Partner at Edgility Consulting\, where he led national searches for CEOs\, EDs\, and senior teams. He started JoHo to offer a more human\, accessible\, and values-aligned approach to hiring. He’s passionate about surfacing untapped talent\, supporting people through career transitions\, and building leadership teams that reflect the values and communities they serve. URL:https://ekbn.org/event/other-event/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/KB-Connections-.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260417T140453 CREATED:20250919T214914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T155510Z UID:10000004-1758711600-1758715200@ekbn.org SUMMARY:Language Matters - Part 2 DESCRIPTION:The Language of Relationships & Collaboration\nKnowledge brokering is a relational practice\, requiring careful thought about how we position ourselves relative to others\, and how our language communicates power and positionality. In this session\, we are joined by Dr. Simon Sjolund of Mälardalen University in Sweden whose work\, Discourses of collaboration and participant positioning in research-practice partnerships\, will help us surface the ways in which language shapes work across research and practice boundaries. This event is going to be interactive\, with an opportunity to explore and discuss instances of language and ways to reflect on how we can navigate power dynamics and cultivate more meaningful relationships as knowledge brokers. \nRegister\nRegister Today! URL:https://ekbn.org/event/language-matters-part-2/ CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ekbn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/LM-pt2.jpeg LOCATION:https://ekbn.org/event/language-matters-part-2/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR