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Hi, my name is Meghan Raftery. Below is a list of my current projects, and what I’m working on these days.

What I’m Up To

I’m spending most of my time helping kids, educators, and communities get better at the skills that matter in real life — not just the ones that show up on a report card.

A lot of my work right now focuses on durable skills, microcredentials, and how people actually learn.

Projects I’m Excited About

Next Generation Scholars: supporting the team as we design a durable-skills curriculum for middle and high school students. The work blends leadership, identity, and community — my favorite mix.
Defined Learning: building on-demand modules for teachers who use Project Based Learning. Helping educators see, track, and grow the skills that really stick.
Edjacent: exploring how microcredentials and AI can help both teachers and students upskill quickly and confidently. This project is brand new, so lots of learning in real time.
Education Design Lab: wrapping up two research projects about how skills are assessed, validated, and recognized — especially by employers. Can’t wait to share what’s coming next.

What I’m Reading

I just finished Kids on Earth: The Learning Potential of 5 Billion Minds. It pushed my thinking on what school is for, and how much learning actually happens outside of it. Lots of big ideas in this one.

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On Screen

Coaching and collaborating with teachers in Fairfax, running Communities of Practice, and hosting parent-voice conversations at my kids’ middle school.

In Person

Showing up for my local library events, connecting with educators, and doing research “in the wild.” Also: an occasional conference trip with fun side adventures.

Something Fun

Every season, my husband Kevin and I host a two-hour cocktail party. It’s a simple way to mix our friend groups, spark conversations, and build community in Virginia Beach. These parties have become a highlight of our year.

The End

Last updated November 2025.