WORK & IMPACT
IMPACT AT A GLANCE
Meaningful progress, grounded in practice.
400+
Educators and Leaders in Multi-Level AI Learning Programs
400+
Professional Learning Sessions Delivered
120+
Schools Reached Through Districtwide Initiatives
PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK
Learning designed to build confidence and practical capability.
Feedback from professional learning sessions and districtwide AI learning cohorts reflects a consistent focus on relevant instruction, practical application, and educator confidence.
98%
Agreed the session was helpful
90%
Could replicate the learning immediately or with practice
86%
Rated the AI Cohort experience “Excellent”
93%
Rated their confidence applying AI concepts 4 or 5 out of 5
“The session was great! I learned a lot and will definitely use it to help in the classroom.”
“How practical and immediately applicable the learning was.”
“I came in not knowing a whole lot about AI. I feel more confident about using AI and really excited to use it in all the ways we learned.”
Based on evaluations from professional learning sessions led solely by Janice Washington and evaluations from her districtwide AI learning cohorts. Responses are anonymous and lightly edited for length and clarity.
SELECTED EXAMPLES
DISTRICTWIDE AI LEARNING
Designed and facilitated multi-level learning programs that helped more than 400 educators and leaders develop practical AI skills, explore responsible use, and prepare for school-level implementation.
TRAIN-THE-TRAINER CAPACITY BUILDING
Prepared school-based leaders to guide colleagues through AI learning and develop implementation plans aligned with the needs of their school communities.
LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ADOPTION
Supported educators in strengthening course design, using Canvas and Canvas Studio effectively, and integrating digital tools into everyday instruction.
“Examples are anonymized and reflect work led by EmpowerED’s founder in a previous district-level role.”
HOW THE WORK CREATES IMPACT
Start with organizational priorities
Build practical skills and shared confidence
Develop local leadership capacity
Support implementation beyond the initial training