Division H VP Session: Unforgetting Our United Division H History: A Journey through the Lens of Past Vice Presidents about Research, Evaluation, and Assessment in Our Schools and Hopes for the Future

Session Type: Workshop

Abstract

This session features a panel of Division H leaders and the debut of archival videos of past Vice Presidents reflecting on AERA’s founding by urban superintendents committed to sharing effective school practices and the subsequent creation of Division H: Research, Evaluation, and Assessment in Schools. From its six original members to over 25,000 today, AERA has evolved into a multidisciplinary organization spanning psychology, economics, sociology, and beyond—while Division H continues to champion school- and district-based research. The session weaves historical footage with live discussion on Division H’s evolving identity, guiding principles, technology leadership, inclusion efforts, and publications. Panelists will connect lessons from Division H’s past to opportunities for strengthening its future contributions to educational research and practice.

Sub Unit

• Division H - Research, Evaluation and Assessment in Schools

Chair

• Virginia W. Snodgrass Rangel, University of Houston

Participants

• Rachel E. Durham, Notre Dame of Maryland University

• Chad T. Green, Loudoun County Public Schools

Papers

• Dvision H: Inclusion of Graduate Students - Vickie L. Cartwright, Broward County Public Schools

• Division H Inclusion of Novice Professionals - Bradley J. McMillen, Wake County Public School System

• Division H Leadership Role Regarding Technology Use - Joseph M. O'Reilly, Arizona State University

• Division H History, Development and Implementation of its Four Core Tenets into the Development of its By-laws - Mary E. Yakimowski, Samford University

Session Organizer

• Kira J. Carbonneau, Washington State University

Discussant

• Jennifer Leigh Whitson, Alexandria City Public Schools