ExcelinEd
Ben DeGrow has a diverse work experience in policy analysis and education. Ben started their career as a Sports Editor at Hillsdale Daily News in 2001 and then worked as a Contract Writer and Editor at Ben DeGrow. In 2003, they joined the Independence Institute as a Senior Policy Analyst. In 2015, they became the Director of Education Policy at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Currently, they work at ExcelinEd as the Senior Policy Director for Education Choice.
Ben DeGrow earned their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History from Hillsdale College, where they also pursued Political Science as a minor, from 1995 to 1999. Ben then went on to attend Penn State University, where they obtained their Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in History from 1999 to 2001.
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ExcelinEd
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.