Education Innovation Showcase FAQ

What is the Education Innovation Showcase & Award?

The Education Innovation Showcase is a global opportunity to celebrate the innovation and impact of K-12 educator systems leaders. This year, the Showcase will honor two innovations at different phases of the Innovation Curve:
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- pre-implementation (idea category): While you have engaged stakeholders, done the research, have a plan, and are ready to implement, you have not yet implemented your idea
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- post-implementation (impact category): You have seen a project through to completion and have measurable results to demonstrate impact

Innovations should foster meaningful change that addresses a key challenge in education at the systems level.

Through the application and review process, we’ll narrow down the submission to the Final 10, who will receive one complimentary registration and one hotel accommodation to the 15th ASU+GSV Summit. The Showcase event will feature all 10 finalists, with some having the chance to pitch live for the chance to take home cash and prizes!

Is There a target for the level of impact (audience reached)?

We are looking for projects and innovations that influence systems change and help fuel scalable impact. While the initial size should be appropriate for the audience identified, projects and learnings should be scalable.

When is the application due?

EXTENDED: We are thrilled to share we have extended the application deadline to Friday, January 5 at midnight PST.

What is the grand prize?

This year we have two categories for projects along different points of the innovation curve. Each category will have five finalists and one winner. The cash prize for the idea category is $5,000 and a $5,000 grant from Educating All Learners Alliance to ensure your innovation reaches all learners (plus support in implementation). The cash prize for the impact category is $20,000. In addition to the cash prize, both winners will receive:

1. A Design Sprint from Transcend. Transcend and ASU-GSV are co-creating a fast-paced session where we'll tap into your knowledge and ideas to tackle the challenges of implementing innovation well in different places and build a focused plan to scale it up successfully (valued at $10,000)

2. 30 hours of consulting with the League of Innovative Schools, training on the Digital Promise Inclusive Innovation Framework, and complimentary registration and accommodation to any League of Innovative Schools' convening or event (valued at $10,000)

3.Consultation and training on the LEAP Learning Framework from Dr. Katie Speth, Chief of Learning Innovation at LEAP and former PreK-12 principal of a USDOE Blue Ribbon School who partnered with LEAP to develop a personalized and competency-based learning framework which focused on developing a teaching and learning environment with students rather than for students resulting in strong, resilient and future ready youth.
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When will I know if I'm one of the 10 finalists and invited to participate in the ASU+GSV Summit?

We will release decisions in late Jan/early Feb 2024. Note: if you are not selected as one of the 10 finalists, you can register for the Summit using the Educator Discount.

What are the major dates for showcase finalists?

10/12 - Application Live!
11/16 - Ask Me Anything Live Event about the Showcase (RSVP)
1/5 - Applications Deadline
Feb - Notifications Sent
Feb - Top 10 Announced
4/14 - 4/17 - The 15th ASU + GSV Summit, with Top 10 Celebrated and Winners Selected!

Who are the sponsors of the Education Innovation Showcase & Award?

The Showcase is powered by ASU+GSV Summit, LEAP Innovations, Transcend Education and Digital Promise. LEAP Innovations is a catalyst for learning innovation and their hands-on approach to personalized learning is actionable for every teacher, classroom, and student. Transcend Education is a national non-profit that supports school communities to create and spread extraordinary, equitable learning environments. Digital Promise is a global nonprofit working to expand opportunity for each learner, working with educators, researchers, technology leaders, and communities to design, investigate, and scale up innovations that empower learners, especially those who’ve been historically and systematically excluded.

Who should apply?

The Showcase is open to K-12 school or school system leaders from around the world. To apply, you must be actively working within a K-12 school, district, or network. We acknowledge that many school districts collaborate with companies and nonprofits, and we encourage innovations related to these partnerships. However, it's important that the application comes from the school or school system itself.

What is required for the Application?

Applicants must submit a written application to answer basic questions about the project and a 2-3 minute video that explains your project and impact. Videos will be submitted via YouTube (please ensure permissions are set to “anyone with the link”). If your video features students, media releases must be shared as part of your submission. Videos do not need to be produced or professionally edited. Last year many finalists submitted a simple recording explaining their project. The video allows us to understand your story and impact in your own words.

What is the framework for evaluation?

Reviewers will focus on the issue, innovation, impact, insight, and inclusion. The short answer prompts within the application share more details about what we’re looking for.

What are the benefits of applying for the Education Innovation Showcase and Award?

We created the Showcase to elevate and celebrate innovation in the K-12 community. In addition to the grand prize, the 10 finalists will receive:
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Complimentary registration and hotel accommodations to the 2024 ASU+GSV Summit and complimentary registration to the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit
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A chance to share your impact with a diverse community of EdTech leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and education thought leaders
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Access and invitation to share your work with our K-16 Educator Community in 2024 and beyond.

Can I know who reviewed my application?

Unfortunately, no. We cannot disclose who reviewed your application, but we can guarantee that all applications will be reviewed and feedback will be provided.

If I have entered the last Educator Showcase or previously presented at the ASU+GSV Summit, can I still apply?

Yes! Absolutely.

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