Step inside the journey of deeper learning through the eyes of the students and alumni from the High Tech High Graduate School of Education. Together, we’ll explore how the energy of DL2025 and the community-centered approach of HTH GSE are shaping their evolving roles as learners and leaders. 

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Guest Bios

Carly Oto is a 4th-grade teacher in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota. She has previously spent time in rural Illinois as a classroom teacher and elementary instructional coach. Carly finds joy and passion in designing student-centered learning experiences that activate students towards equity. Carly is in the second year of the 20-month pathway of the HTH GSE M.Ed in Educational Leadership.

Francesca Henderson is the Program Director of the M.Ed.Educational Leadership Program. With a background as a high school mathematics teacher, dean of students, and instructor for the EdL program in School Law, Francesca brings a wealth of experience to her role. Francesca’s extensive experience and unwavering dedication to deeper learning and equity have positioned her as a leader with a people-first mentality, firmly grounded in the belief that everyone should strive to reach their fullest potential.