TAYN Ep. - 74 Amanda Peterson

About this episode

Amanda Peterson discusses her role in educational improvement and support at the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction.

Amanda Peterson serves as the Director of Educational Improvement and Support at the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI), where she leads and supports a wide range of statewide initiatives. With expertise in strategic planning, data analysis, resource allocation, and individualized instruction, Amanda helps districts navigate the evolving needs of diverse learners. She serves as the Federal Liaison, oversees the state’s accountability process, and directs improvement efforts for underperforming schools. Amanda also manages several federal programs, including Title I, Title IV, and Homeless Education, and partners with agencies statewide to promote continuous and system-wide improvement. Prior to joining the NDDPI team, Amanda completed her master’s degree in school administration at the University of Mary and has served as an English teacher, instructional coach, and dean of students. She is also serving as a school board member for Bismarck Public Schools.

People in this episode

Guest: Amanda Peterson

Topics covered

• education
• public instruction
• strategic planning
• diverse learners
• school improvement

Keywords

• educational improvement
• NDDPI
• strategic planning
• federal programs
• underperforming schools

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, Bismarck Public Schools, University of Mary

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