Thought Leadership

The IMPACTER Braintrust

Perspectives from the developers and researchers transforming how we see student learning.
From character growth to human potential—these are the signals we’re thinking about most.

In April 2025, Mattel unveiled something no one expected: LeBron James as a Ken doll. On the surface, it might feel like just another

For decades, schools have relied on traditional surveys, attendance records, and standardized test scores to gauge student growth. But what if the metrics we’ve

In 2025, a firm handshake feels almost retro. From remote work to AI-driven classrooms, digital culture has disrupted the micro-habits of social interaction. But

From young people with ADHD capturing attention on TikTok with millions of views, to autism advocacy creators redefining what “normal” looks like, the neurodivergent

In classrooms across the country, bilingual students are often told—implicitly or explicitly—that they need to “master English” before their learning is considered valid. But

When ChatGPT can draft a Common App essay in 12 seconds, it’s hard not to ask: what’s still real in the college application process?