25 Years of All4Ed: Mark Strickland on Turning Policy into Practice

As All4Ed celebrates 25 years of advancing educational opportunity, Governing Board Vice Chair Mark Strickland reflects on the organization's enduring mission and its evolution over the past two decades. In this anniversary conversation, Mark discusses All4Ed's role in helping improve high school graduation and postsecondary success, advancing education technology through the Future Ready Schools network, and connecting education to career pathways that prepare young people for the future. He also shares why All4Ed stands apart: a willingness to tackle complex challenges, convene diverse partners, and translate bold ideas into meaningful policy and real-world practice. From federal policy to state and local implementation, the organization's work continues to bridge vision with action. Looking ahead, Mark reflects on the opportunities and challenges facing public education—from rapid technological change to evolving workforce needs—and why he believes All4Ed will continue to play a vital role in shaping policies and practices that help every learner thrive. Connect with us: 🌐 https://all4ed.org/ ➡️   / all4ed   ➡️   / all4ed   ➡️ linktr.ee/all4ed All4Ed is a national nonprofit advocacy organization located in Washington, D.C. We are committed to expanding equitable educational opportunities for students of color, students from low-income families, and other marginalized groups. We advance transformation from the classroom to Congress by advocating for federal, state, and local policies and practices that ensure all students graduate high school prepared for college, work, and life.