Building a Culture of Research: South Fayette’s Story

In this episode of Evidence in the Wild, we’re heading to South Fayette Township School District in Pennsylvania, where innovation isn’t just a buzzword. I talk with Dr. Michelle Miller, Superintendent of Schools, and Dr. Matthew Callison, Director of Research and Innovation, about how their district has built a strong culture of research use and community collaboration.

We discuss their partnership with Digital Promise, their approach to inclusive design, and what it takes to meaningfully integrate research into professional learning and strategic planning. This conversation is part of a series of interviews conducted for a project with Digital Promise, but it’s too good not to share with the broader education community.

Josh Stewart, Ph.D.

Founder and Principal Researcher

Rocky Mountain Research & Strategy

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