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Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Today, we honor and celebrate the rich cultures, resilience, and contributions of Native and Indigenous communities. Our team is taking the day off to observe the holiday. We look forward to connecting when we reopen tomorrow.

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Real change in education comes down to people working together. Driving long-term impact also means making space to recharge. InnovateEDU will be offline on Mon, Sept 7 for #LaborDay. We'll be back Sept 8, ready to continue building equitable learning systems for all students!

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Not every vendor belongs in your ecosystem. The OBC Provider Guide helps districts identify the ones who are truly committed to open data standards and interoperability. Read the Provider Guide: www.projectunicorn.org/resources/ob... #Interoperability #EdTechEcosystem #K12EdTech #JoinTheHerd

projectunicorn.orgHow Education Providers Can Use OBC to Sustain Long-term and Efficacious Partnerships — Project UnicornOutcomes based contracting (OBC) offers an innovative approach to addressing the fundamental challenges in edtech procurement by restructuring how districts select, implement, and pay for edtech products and services.
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The team is offline August 24–26 for our annual staff retreat! We’re bringing our nationwide team together to collaborate and plan for the future. We look forward to reconnecting with you on Thursday, August 27. #InnovateEDU #LeadingWithJoy #EdTech #TeamCulture

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One non-compliant vendor can undermine your entire district's data privacy commitment. The TAC Series gives you a structured approach to close the gaps before they become a problem. Safeguard Student Data: www.projectunicorn.org/resources/ta... #StudentDataPrivacy #K12DataGovernance #Safety

projectunicorn.orgTAC Series: Safeguarding Student Data - Supporting Data Security and Privacy in K-12 Edtech — Project UnicornPrivacy and security in K-12 have never been more critical. As technology matures and advances, the use of education technology and artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more widespread, the risks of attacks, human error, and other privacy and security concerns will only continue to grow. All roles i
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10 years ago, we set out to champion K-12 data interoperability. To celebrate, we built V1 of the State Data Standards Map—but 29 states are still unverified! Help us reach all 50 states by Oct! Watch our CEO’s Message: youtu.be/HutkFWM3PmY #EdData #K12 #EdTech

youtu.beProject Unicorn State Data Standards MapProject Unicorn is 10 years old! To celebrate this anniversary, we are releasing our new State Data Standards Map. This is a free, interactive resource designed to provide a clear view of how states are engaging with key education technology standards. The State Data Standards Map offers a high-level, at-a-glance resource to better understand the evolving K-12 education technology landscape. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, or solution provider, watch this video to explore the tool.
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The best procurement decisions happen before the demo. Equip your district with the right framework to evaluate EdTech on safety, quality, and interoperability. Check out the Checklist: www.projectunicorn.org/resources/ai... #EdTechProcurement #K12AI #SmartEdTech #UnicornStandard

projectunicorn.orgAI in Education: Negotiating for Our Future - A Checklist for K12 Districts — Project UnicornResource designed to bridge the gap between technical data governance and ethical AI implementation, responding to practical needs from our work leading 29 school district policy labs and 10 state policy labs.
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School districts & EdTech providers need clarity on state data standards, and we're building the map. As part of our 10-year milestone, we released State Data Standards Map V1. Help us get from 21 to 50 states – by October 2026! CEO, Erin Mote explains: youtu.be/HutkFWM3PmY

youtu.beProject Unicorn State Data Standards MapProject Unicorn is 10 years old! To celebrate this anniversary, we are releasing our new State Data Standards Map. This is a free, interactive resource designed to provide a clear view of how states are engaging with key education technology standards. The State Data Standards Map offers a high-level, at-a-glance resource to better understand the evolving K-12 education technology landscape. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, or solution provider, watch this video to explore the tool.
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Disconnected tools cost teachers time and students opportunity. Interoperability certification is the pathway to a school ecosystem that actually works together. Explore Interoperability Certification: www.projectunicorn.org/resources/ta... #Interoperability #K12EdTech #ConnectedClassroom

projectunicorn.orgTAC Series: Interoperability Certification for Empowering Data Stewardship — Project UnicornThe significance of product certifications in education technology software cannot be overstated. Among the myriad of certifications available for different product dimensions, those focused on data interoperability are crucial in signaling tool practices responsible for data stewardship. This resou
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Help us welcome Katie Bradford, our Senior Associate! With 15+ years of EdTech & partnership experience, Katie excels at connecting educators, developers, and policymakers to turn complex data challenges into practical solutions. Welcome to the team! #EdTech #Interoperability

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To celebrate our 10th anniversary, @ProjectUnicorn launched V1 of the State Data Standards Map! Is your State Education Agency marked as Not Reported on the national map? Help us reach all 50 states by Oct! Video: youtu.be/HutkFWM3PmY #K12Data #EdTech #Interoperability

youtu.beProject Unicorn State Data Standards MapProject Unicorn is 10 years old! To celebrate this anniversary, we are releasing our new State Data Standards Map. This is a free, interactive resource designed to provide a clear view of how states are engaging with key education technology standards. The State Data Standards Map offers a high-level, at-a-glance resource to better understand the evolving K-12 education technology landscape. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, or solution provider, watch this video to explore the tool.
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Applications for the 2026-27 Project Unicorn Emerging Leaders Cohort close in one week! Expand your knowledge, connect with experts, and be part of a nationwide network driving change in digital ecosystems—apply here: www.projectunicorn.org/emerging-lea... #ProjectUnicorn #EmergingLeaders

projectunicorn.orgEmerging Leaders Cohort — Project UnicornDesigned for education sector leaders from the field, this learning and leadership opportunity brings together early career leaders who are engaged in building a modernized digital ecosystem in their district.
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Charles Randolph from Arlington Career Center credited the Project Unicorn Emerging Leaders Cohort with deepening his understanding of data interoperability and helping him explore innovative ways to create better outcomes for students and educators. #EdTech #DataInEducation

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Reflecting on his participation in Project Unicorn’s 2025-26 Emerging Leaders Cohort, Micah Miner shared this thought: “When we secure our digital ecosystems, our teachers are empowered, our students are protected, and our entire community thrives.” #Interoperability

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Interested in scaling data procedures for your school, district or organization? Apply now for the 2026-27 Project Unicorn Emerging Leaders Cohort: www.projectunicorn.org/emerging-lea... #Interoperability #ProjectUnicorn #EmergingLeaders

projectunicorn.orgEmerging Leaders Cohort — Project UnicornDesigned for education sector leaders from the field, this learning and leadership opportunity brings together early career leaders who are engaged in building a modernized digital ecosystem in their district.
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Are you an early-career data professional hoping to enhance your understanding of interoperability issues and connect with a network of engaged professionals? Apply now for the Project Unicorn 2026-27 Emerging Leaders Cohort: www.projectunicorn.org/emerging-lea... #EducationLeadership

projectunicorn.orgEmerging Leaders Cohort — Project UnicornDesigned for education sector leaders from the field, this learning and leadership opportunity brings together early career leaders who are engaged in building a modernized digital ecosystem in their district.
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Jessica Paulson, a member of the 2025-26 Project Unicorn Emerging Leaders Cohort, developed a Survey Governance & Legal Review Framework for Equal Opportunity Schools as her micro-capstone project. Great job on enhancing clarity in education data! 🎉 #Leaders #DataInEducation

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1,200+ members strong and growing. 🦄 Join the Project Unicorn community and make your commitment to interoperability official. Sign the Pledge: www.projectunicorn.org/why-sign-the... #JoinTheHerd #ProjectUnicorn #DataForEveryone #InteroperabilityMovement

projectunicorn.orgWhy Sign the Pledge? — Project UnicornJoin a growing community of over 800+ school networks and 300+ edtech vendors who have signed the Project Unicorn Pledge. Join the discussion to connect and collaborate with other signatories and gain direct access to the Project Unicorn team.
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As AI grows in classrooms, the bar for safety and effectiveness must grow with it. Audit your stack with the Project Unicorn framework. Read our AI for Education standards: www.projectunicorn.org/resources/ai... #AIinEducation #K12AI #EdTechSafety #UnicornStandard

projectunicorn.orgAI for Education: Keys to a Connected, Secure Future — Project UnicornTransforming Education Data for Literacy and Improved Student Outcomes for All explores Nebraska’s multi-year effort to make K–12 education data more accessible, actionable, and aligned with the needs of educators and students. Through the Nebraska Education Data Partnership (NEDP) and the state’s