Jessica Baghian is the President of Watershed Advisors. Known for her work leading large, diverse state education teams to major achievements, Baghian’s expertise lies at the intersection of policy, politics, and implementation.
The biggest mistake most state education agencies (SEAs) make is not a matter of policy but of mindset: Too many assume their primary function is to monitor compliance with state and federal laws rather than be agents of change that materially impact the lives of students.