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Carolyn Eastman

Director of Personalized Learning

Carolyn is the Director of Personalized Learning for NHLI.  She has over 30 years in education. She was an Assistant Superintendent of the Oyster River School District in Durham, NH. She has taught Middle School mathematics. Carolyn has spent over 20 years as a technical assistance provider to State Departments of Education including New Hampshire,  Ohio and Michigan through her work at the Council of Chief State School Officers and Wisconsin Center for Research. Carolyn assists states in building statewide capacity for school improvement efforts by elevating leadership to utilize data effectively, and creating reflective cultures that measure change over time and impact of school improvement efforts on student achievement. Most recently, she has spearheaded efforts locally to rethink parent engagement and opportunities for all students. Carolyn holds dear to her heart all opportunities that allow students to explore and pursue potential passions. She has assisted with CTE research in mathematics, observation protocols for student led conferencing, Early College Course development, and volunteering with Pathways to 65X25. She holds an advanced degree in Education Administration and Supervision from University of New Hampshire,  a master’s degree in education from Lesley University, and a bachelor’s degree in social work from University of Connecticut.

Carolyn Eastman / February 25, 2021

Portrait of a Learner: The District Catalyst for Deeper Relationships and Partnerships

NHLI Is Re-Imagining Portrait of Graduate: Many districts have created their community Portrait of a Graduate. At NHLI we have broadened this process to deepen district, school, family and community partnerships.

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Carolyn Eastman / December 21, 2020

It All Starts With Hope: NH Gallup Student Poll First in the Nation to Measure Work Based Learning (WBL)

What is hope, and why does it matter? Pre-Covid it was a nice conversation to have with educators about students being hopeful about their future. Fast forward to our current situation, and everyone is talking about student engagement, hope, and relationships. Hope is much more than a nice conversation now, hope is what will make the difference in how students look at the future.

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Carolyn Eastman / March 26, 2020

Thinking About Remote Learning for Career Technical Education (CTE)

I recently received an email from a CTE teacher asking: “I teach Auto and Small engine classes which are hands on classes, any ideas?”

My first thought was how important it is to stay connected with your students.

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