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  • Richelle Davis

    Richelle Davis

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    As a proficient wrangler of both middle school students and administrative data, Richelle brings a wealth of education knowledge to bear on her work. As the former Branch Chief for the Elementary and Secondary Branch at the National Center of Education Statistics, Richelle’s team oversaw the collection of federal K-12 education data within the EDFacts…

  • Anindita Sen, Ph.D.

    Anindita Sen, Ph.D.

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    I’m a Researcher with over two decades of experience designing, implementing, and analyzing large-scale education assessments. My work focuses on uncovering meaningful patterns in student learning—across countries, cultures, and contexts—through rigorous data collection and thoughtful analysis. At the American Institutes for Research (AIR), I collaborated with federal agencies and partner organizations on the U.S. implementation…

  • Thomas Snyder

    Thomas Snyder

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    Tom Snyder served as Project Director for an AIR Equity Initiative grant on Promoting Equity Funding for Schools Facing Adverse Health Circumstances and Project Director for the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics, Analytical and Technical Support Services IDIQ. Snyder served as an internal AIR consultant on topics related to the appropriate use and…

  • James Rogers

    James Rogers

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    I specialize in education research studies by guiding diverse teams of programmers and analysts through the entire research lifecycle. My skills include designing and implementing complex data processing systems, programming custom solutions, and executing procedures for data cleaning and editing, reporting, analytic variable derivation, data matching, and data dissemination. I specialize in managing technical operations…

  • Samantha Burg, Ph.D.

    Samantha Burg, Ph.D.

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    Experienced leader in large-scale assessment and psychometrics with over 25 years specializing in educational measurement, statistical analysis, and data-driven reporting. Recognized for managing complex national and international assessment programs and coordinating cross-functional teams through all phases of test development, validation, administration, and analysis. Adept at translating sophisticated data into actionable insights and effectively communicating results…

  • Linda Hamilton, M.A.

    Linda Hamilton, M.A.

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    Senior project leader with over 20 years of experience managing federal statistics projects and tasks in both federal and contract settings. Subject matter expertise in high school transcript study analysis and knowledge of various education and health datasets. Expertise in program coordination, statistical analysis, technical writing and editing, and dissemination planning. Experience working in state…

  • Shannon Russell, Ph.D.

    Shannon Russell, Ph.D.

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    Shannon Russell is a versatile education researcher, specializing in motivation and cognitive development in children and adolescents. With demonstrated success in client and project management, and expertise in survey methodology, cognitive assessments, and data analysis, she promotes processes and decision-making that lead to high-quality data. As a team leader she fosters professionalism, collaboration, and high-quality…

  • Jodi Jacobson Chernoff, Ph.D.

    Jodi Jacobson Chernoff, Ph.D.

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    I’m an Education Researcher fueled by a passion for improving the lives of young children and their families through thoughtful, data-driven change. I believe that when research is done well—and shared wisely—it can elevate entire systems of early childhood education and care. My work centers on uncovering what works, for whom, and why, using rigorous…

  • Kristi Donaldson, Ph.D.

    Kristi Donaldson, Ph.D.

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    Kristi is a sociologist with expertise in research design, data analysis, and stakeholder communications. At NCES, she led the Digest of Education Statistics, which is a core statistical reference that covers education topics from early childhood to K-12, post-secondary, and adult outcomes, all across several equity dimensions. Her prior experience includes working with state and…

  • Lisa Kessler, M.Ed.

    Lisa Kessler, M.Ed.

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    Lisa Kessler is an experienced Education Research Analyst with a strong track record in school recruitment for large-scale national studies. She excels at building relationships with states, districts and schools, navigating complex approval processes, and meeting ambitious participation goals. With a Master of Education and a data-driven mindset, she translates recruitment outcomes into actionable insights…