At ExcelinEd, we focus on education equity and quality—both inside and outside of the traditional public education system. Through customized support for state policymakers, reformers, educators, parents and communities, we are cultivating policy conditions to advance student-centered education systems, state by state.

Launched by former Florida Governor Jeb Bush in 2008, the Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd) supports state leaders in transforming education to unlock opportunity and lifelong success for each and every child.

From policy development to implementation, ExcelinEd brings deep expertise and experience to customize education solutions for each state’s unique needs. Focused on educational opportunity, innovation and quality, ExcelinEd’s agenda is increasing student learning, advancing equity and readying graduates for college and career.


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ExcelinEd

ExcelinEd's headquarters in Tallahassee, FL, United States

Patricia Levesque

Devin Babcock

Ashley Demauro Mullins

Deena Wells Reppen

Jennifer Wagner Chartier

The Policy and Advocacy Team at ExcelinEd focuses on crafting and promoting strategic education policies that enhance equity, quality, and innovation within state education systems. This team collaborates with state policymakers, reformers, and community stakeholders to develop, advocate for, and implement policies aimed at advancing student-centered educational opportunities. Through expert analysis, advocacy efforts, and stakeholder engagement, the team plays a crucial role in ensuring that educational reforms lead to increased student learning outcomes, equity, and readiness for college and career success.

Policy and Advocacy Team

The Leadership Team at ExcelinEd is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the organization's efforts to advance education equity and quality. This team collaborates to guide policy development and advocacy, ensure effective communication, and manage overall operations, thereby driving initiatives that transform state education systems to improve student learning outcomes and prepare graduates for college and career success.

Leadership Team

The Communications Team at ExcelinEd is responsible for crafting and delivering strategic messaging to support the organization’s mission of education equity and quality. This includes managing media relations, producing impactful content, and promoting the organization's education policy initiatives. They work collaboratively to amplify ExcelinEd's voice, engage with key stakeholders, and ensure clear, consistent communication across all platforms.

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ExcelinEd

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Policy and Advocacy Team

Leadership Team

Communications Team

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