Knowledge Alliance, with support from the W.T. Grant Foundation, will be hosting a three-part congressional briefing series to explore the role of the Federal education research, development and dissemination (R&D) system. The series aims to increase awareness and support among policymakers for high-quality education research and development (R&D) critical to addressing the most pressing challenges facing students, educators, families, and school leaders nationwide!
Please read below for more information on the series and follow KA on LinkedIn to stay up to date on KA activities.
Briefing 1: Strengthening the Federal Education Research Engine: Value and Impact
Date: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Time: 9:00-11:00am
Location: Rayburn House Office Building, Room 2044
KA Briefing 1 Resources:
Please see below for downloadable resources from KA's first briefing.
This briefing features the following speakers:
Candace Vinson
Lead Education Consultant, Office of Career & Technical Education, Career Readiness Unit
Michigan Department of Education
Dr. Michael Rice
Former Superintendent of Public Instruction
Michigan Department of Education
Chris Dwyer
Senior Vice President
RMC Research
Bobby Murphy
Director of Curriculum and Assessment/Chief Academic Officer/Instructional Supervisor
Anderson County Schools
Briefing 2: Strengthening the Education Research Infrastructure: Value and Impact – Reaching Classrooms and Communities
Coming Winter 2026
Please come back for more information on KA's second congressional briefing.
Briefing 3: Strengthening the Education Research Engine: A Vision for the Future
Coming Spring 2026
Please come back for more information for KA's third congressional briefing.