Resources

Transcend @ ASU+GSV Summit 2025

Paths of Opportunity: How We Can Achieve Extraordinary Learning for All

April 7 | 2:10-2:50 PM | Seaport Ballroom F-G, Level 2

Featuring Tequilla Brownie from TNTP, Aylon Samouha from Transcend, and Susan Asiyanbi from The Olori Network

Reimagine education! Learn actionable strategies for authentic student partnership and ecosystem approaches from Tequilla Brownie and Aylon Samouha. Discover how to drive systems change and improve student outcomes.

Aylon Samouha Book Signing at the Summit

April 7 | 3:20-3:50 PM | Julia’s Books & Brew in Town Square, 1st Floor

Aylon Samouha, CEO of Transcend, will be signing his book “Extraordinary Learning for All: How Communities Design Schools Where Everyone Thrives” at the ASU+GSV Summit!


Transcend 10th Anniversary Community Gathering

April 7 5:30-8:30 PM PT | Puesto at the Headquarters

Celebrate a decade of innovation with us at our annual gathering during the ASU+GSV Summit! The Transcend Gathering brings together our network of educational leaders and designers to enjoy an evening of delightful refreshments, shared insights, and the joy of connecting with a dedicated community.


free headshots for educators

Monday + Tuesday 8AM-4PM, Wednesday, 9AM–12PM | Harbor Foyer, 248 | Exhibit Hall

Need a fresh professional headshot? Stop by our booth for a complimentary photo session—perfect for refreshing your profile across platforms. While you’re there, pick up a few fun giveaways as our thanks for all you do. We’d love to see you!


Extraordinary Learning for All

April 7 | 2:10-2:50 PM | Golden Hill A/B, Level 3

Josh Edelman, Transcend
Nikolaus Namba, Transcend
Daniela Vasan, Wildflower Education
Carly Highsmith, Wilmington Learning Collaborative

Panelists: Carly Highsmith from Wilmington Learning Collaborative and Daniela Vasan from Wildflower Foundation

Unlock student engagement! Learn from Transcend’s research and “Leaps toward Extraordinary Learning for All” framework. Discover transformative learning environments and bridge the gap between student realities and parent perspectives. Gain practical strategies for extraordinary student experiences.


Building the Conditions for Sustainable Innovation in Schools

April 7 | 4:20-5 PM | Glass Classroom, Town Square

Sarah Akhtar, Transcend
Jamie Downs, Transcend
Nikolaus Namba, Transcend

Education leaders and EdTech entrepreneurs: Join our hands-on session using the Innovation framework (Conviction, Clarity, Capacity, Coalition, Culture). Build coalition and capacity through interactive discussions and get actionable strategies. Drive sustainable school change!


Education Innovation Showcase

April 8 | 5:30-6:30 PM | Seaport Ballroom F-G, Level 2

Nikolaus Namba, Transcend
Aurora Dreger, InnovateEDU
Scott Frauenheim, LEAP Innovations
Baron Davis, Digital Promise

Check out The Annual Education Innovation Showcase Competition, a global event honoring K-12 systems leaders who are launching and sustaining innovation in their communities. Educator leaders from around the world submitted their innovative ideas for a chance to pitch their projects and be recognized with awards, including over $50K in prizes for the top innovations.

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