National School Climate Center

Amanda Weitzel is the Director of School Partnerships at the National School Climate Center. Amanda has been leading survey operations and data strategies for schools and districts at NSCC for over 10 years. With a strong foundation in data collection and analysis, Amanda works to transform educational environments, ensuring that schools become places where all students can succeed. She received her Bachelor of Arts from Montclair State University, followed by an advanced certificate in Data Collection and Management, where she first recognized the profound impact that data can have on shaping policies and practices that promote student well-being. Amanda is committed to using her skills to create lasting change in schools, empowering educators and students alike.

Kori Hamilton Biagas, M.Ed. is an educator, connector, truth seeker, master facilitator, and the founder of Just Educators. Kori has nearly 20 years of experience in strategic planning, policy analysis and development, instruction, coaching, and technical assistance. As an Equity Specialist for the Region IV and Region IX equity assistance centers, Kori managed large-scale, racial equity driven school district transformation efforts, led district and state leaders through policy analysis, coached state leaders through school climate transformation initiatives, and provided equity-focused professional learning opportunities at all levels of education. Kori specializes in addressing and resolving inequitable policies, practices, and processes in organizations related to racial equity and social justice.