Charles A. Dana Center at The University of Texas at Austin

06/24/2026

How do we prepare students for a data-driven economy? It starts with the conversations we have now. This communications starter kit, developed through the Data Science Policy Collaborative, provides helpful information to advocate for data science in K–12 classrooms. Download and customize today:

Find out how you can prepare students for data-driven careers.

06/02/2026

Now Hiring! The Dana Center is looking for an Associate Director of Evidence, Impact, and Learning to oversee program evaluations and translate findings into actionable steps. If you’re passionate about rigorous research and advancing education, apply today: https://ow.ly/Zbrg50Z2jyF

Our PeopleAt the Charles A. Dana Center, we know that people are our most vital resource.Our staff’s knowledge and skills add up to actual centuries’ worth of expertise and experience in education, policy, administration, communication, and leadership. We collaborate with respect and openness to...

05/26/2026

Join our team as the Associate Director of Evidence, Impact, and Learning—design and lead high-quality evaluations, manage data systems, and support continuous improvement in math, science, and early learning programs. Apply now: https://www.utdanacenter.org/who-we-are/work-with-us

05/21/2026

Shape the future of math, science, and early education! The Dana Center is hiring an Associate Director of Evidence, Impact, and Learning to manage evaluation operations and support continuous improvement. Help us turn data into action—apply today: https://ow.ly/LAAV50Z2jtB

05/19/2026

Want to bring real-world math to your students? Join our webinar to learn about the Integrated Statistics and Quantitative Reasoning (ISQR) course. See how pilot districts are implementing ISQR and how your school can offer it in fall 2027: https://ow.ly/3YIt50Z1NGn

05/11/2026

Discover how state and system leaders are shaping the future of math education! Dive into the 2026 Launch Years Initiative conference highlights to see how we're transforming student opportunity from coast to coast: https://ow.ly/efzh50YStvW

04/30/2026

The 2026 Launch Years Initiative conference brought together over 25 states to advance development nationwide. Explore key moments and insights in our highlights video: https://ow.ly/Zm3P50YSt7q

Explore highlights from the annual Launch Years Initiative conference.

04/29/2026

“Nothing can stop me now,” Evan* quietly whispers to himself. That is a powerful promise, spoken by a seven-year-old student who not long ago had stumbled through every sentence in front of him.

After months of working together each day, Evan’s Literacy First tutor notices a shift. He has grown from an uncertain reader to a curious, more independent reader. With steady, daily practice, Evan has become more confident in his reading and in himself.

Today is 40 for Forty, a day of generosity for the UT community. Give the gift of literacy in honor of Evan with a donation to Literacy First. Your gift provides one-to-one reading support to the students in our community who need it most. Donate here: https://ow.ly/MYWK50YRIYn

*Student name has been changed and photo has been chosen for illustrative purposes only to protect student privacy.

04/21/2026

Are you experienced in AI, STEM, and instructional design? The Dana Center is seeking a AI & STEM Manager to coordinate new projects and support the adoption of STEM and AI innovations in education. Learn more: https://ow.ly/ZOKl50YF6Fr

04/08/2026

Passionate about AI and STEM? Join our team at the Charles A. Dana Center to help shape high-quality, phenomenon-based learning experiences for students and educators. Apply now: https://ow.ly/zVxh50YF6iW