How can my state technology program ensure that our technology investment translates into higher student performance and increased student learning? What 'policy levers' in learning technology can be used to meet the specific local challenges we face? How can I help my board or governing body map out smart strategies for reaching our goals? What is Digital Age Leadership, and how do I develop it in my state?

Led by Cheryl Lemke, nationally known for her demonstrated expertise in education technology leadership, Metiri Group Policy Consulting helps leaders in education, government, business and nonprofit organizations create and execute smart strategies for achieving their education technology goals.

Policy Consulting Services include:

Strategic Planning
For the Ohio SchoolNet Commission, Cheryl Lemke, CEO of Metiri Group facilitated a strategic planning initiative that led to changes in Commission organization and funding.

Policy Planning and Development
For the American Association of School Administrators, Metiri Group assisted in the program design for a new initiative, developed a request for proposals, and assisted in the selection of a contractor.

Policy Planning
Metiri Group advised on the reorganization Indiana's statewide professional development initiatives, helping the state focus on best practices in professional development while streamlining their statewide effort.

Facilitation
CEO Cheryl Lemke is well known as an outstanding facilitator of a groups ranging from senior policy makers to working teams of educators and school leaders. Recently, Lemke facilitated hearings for the Congressional Web-based Education Commission in the Silicon Valley and Atlanta, Georgia.

Leadership Development
Cheryl Lemke is working with Indiana, Massachusetts, and Virginia to design, implement, and assess the impact of leadership programs for education administrators.

Content Development
Metiri Group develops content for publication on leadership and public policy, and recently developed the enGauge framework in partnership with the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory.

Seminars and Speaking
Cheryl Lemke is a nationally known speaker on policy, leadership and accountability in education technology, speaking at state, regional and national conferences across the county. Ed Coughlin speaks on professional development and related policy issues, and Kirk Vandersall presents on education accountability and data-driven decision making. See our Presentations page for more information on where to find and how to book Metiri Group Consultants.