Kerry McDonald
@Kerry_edu
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Author of Unschooled & Joyful Learning. Writer @Forbes & @The74. Fellow @feeonline & host of LiberatED Podcast. Ed policy @statepolicy. Adjunct @CatoInstitute.
Cambridge, MA
Joined November 2016
Today is the official publication date of my new book, Joyful Learning @public_affairs! It's intended for families & founders seeking & building creative schooling options. Get your copy wherever books are sold, or listen to the audiobook-which I narrate! https://t.co/xlksUOxGzw
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It was a great session! Surprised to learn that 46% of families in Texas are considering applying to the new ESA program! Also interesting to learn the new microschool models described by @Kerry_edu
A thoughtful conversation on the future of #schoolchoice and the innovative policy solutions leaders can use to make choice more accessible and scalable. Thank you to our panelists: Rep. @BradBuckleyDVM, Mark Gleason (@DrexelSOE), @Kerry_edu and @shakamitchell!
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Thank you for the conversation @Kerry_edu, Mark Gleason and @shakamitchell and the opportunity to learn from leaders across the country. #EIE25 was a powerful conference!
A thoughtful conversation on the future of #schoolchoice and the innovative policy solutions leaders can use to make choice more accessible and scalable. Thank you to our panelists: Rep. @BradBuckleyDVM, Mark Gleason (@DrexelSOE), @Kerry_edu and @shakamitchell!
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Great to talk today @ExcelinEd about the future of school choice with @BradBuckleyDVM @shakamitchell and Mark Gleason. The future is bright, thanks to the education entrepreneurs creating the innovative schools and spaces families want!
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A thoughtful conversation on the future of #schoolchoice and the innovative policy solutions leaders can use to make choice more accessible and scalable. Thank you to our panelists: Rep. @BradBuckleyDVM, Mark Gleason (@DrexelSOE), @Kerry_edu and @shakamitchell!
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Thank you @ExcelinEd and @StandTogether for sponsoring a tour of microschools in New Orleans. Every child deserves to have a learning community that works best for them. @microschooling @VELAorg @Kerry_edu #educationfreedom
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“The Future of School Choice” ➡️ #EIE25 Strategy Session on the innovative solutions for the toughest barriers to expanding private school choice, featuring panelists #Texas Rep. @BradBuckleyDVM, @Kerry_edu, Mark Gleason (@DrexelSOE) and @shakamitchell! Learn more:
nationalsummit.streampoint.com
From inspiring keynotes to practical strategy sessions, #EIE25 is where ideas turn into action. Join us and connect with leaders driving real change for students.
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@feeonline republished the piece from The 74, in which I describe how The Socratic Experience keeps learners engaged by presenting them with relevant work. Thank you for covering! @Kerry_edu
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Since the @CatoInstitute tech team is so speedy, the recording from my conversation with @Kerry_edu is already available. (Pardon where I cut out a few times—there were storms in my area.⛈️)
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Are you wondering how to spark more joy and curiosity in your child’s learning—or how to make education work better for your students?
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LIVE TODAY AT 12PM ET: "Education Reimagined: A Conversation with @Kerry_edu on Joyful Learning." Watch here: https://t.co/qsuO6O9ULv
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Check out the latest article from entrepreneur-in-residence, Kym Kent, today! #homeschool #research #microschool #education
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School choice policies, and a growing desire for personalized learning, are driving innovation in education. Join @Kerry_edu and @ColleenHroncich tomorrow to discuss! Send questions and comments using #CatoEvents. https://t.co/rR7xkSjIwp
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Are you wondering how to spark more joy and curiosity in your child’s learning—or how to make education work better for your students?
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From microschools to learning pods, parents and teachers are transforming education. ✨ In Joyful Learning, @Kerry_edu shares stories and ideas to help make learning more meaningful, free, and fun. Join us for an important conversation! Register now: https://t.co/VvA3FcaUjI
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I can’t wait for Friday’s @CatoInstitute webinar on Joyful Learning with @ColleenHroncich! Register here: https://t.co/PC7s16Xoss
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Hope to see you on Friday!
See you Friday at noon ET for a great discussion about the power of innovation in education: Education Reimagined: A Conversation with Kerry McDonald on "Joyful Learning" https://t.co/MY9PDax71n Send questions and comments using #CatoEvents.
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Rural families may have once had few education options. Now, thanks to microschools, families are shaping their own future. 🌱 @Kerry_edu ⤵️
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School choice isn’t just about choosing different schools. It’s about unbundling education & trying new things to get kids excited about learning. Check out "Five* Types of Innovative 'Schools,'” a new podcast with @ColleenHroncich & @NealMcCluskey: https://t.co/g88YW3NrzV
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School choice isn’t just about choosing different schools—it’s about unbundling education itself and trying new things to get kids excited about learning. Cato scholars Neal McCluskey and Colleen...
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I’m looking forward to tonight’s webinar! Please join us!
Join us Tonight 10/30/25 with Kerry McDonald (@Kerry_edu) about her book, "Joyful Learning," her work at the intersection of education and enterprise, and spotlighting education entrepreneurs and the educational options they offer. Message us for the registration link.
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Don't miss what will be a great discussion on education far beyond desks in a row. November 7, noon to 1:00 ET: Education Reimagined: A Conversation with Kerry McDonald on Joyful Learning https://t.co/Cs5oBudFjN
#CatoEvents via @CatoInstitute
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Market competition makes everyone up their game. Great to see traditional public schools innovating to attract and retain students as families enjoy more learning options. https://t.co/elzgZw5Qwr
businessinsider.com
Florida's Broward County is struggling with declining enrollment. These principals shared how they're avoiding that trend.
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We are now accepting applications for the 2025 Enterprising Founder Award. Know someone who would be an amazing awardee? Tag them below to nominate them. Nominations close November 15th. Deadline to apply is November 26th. Let's do this!
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