Judy Perez

Judy Perez is a prominent figure in the education sector, particularly in the areas of online, blended, and personalized learning. Here are some key points about her:

Role and Organization

Judy Perez is the CEO and founder of iLearn Collaborative, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering educators through cutting-edge professional development and consulting support services.135

Educational and Professional Background

Perez has over three decades of experience in education, having served in various roles such as a teacher, school principal, district administrator, and the Chief Authorizing Officer for the Colorado Charter School Institute at the Colorado Department of Education. She played a pivotal role in the emergence of online education within the K-12 sector, particularly in Colorado.1

Achievements and Contributions

• She was instrumental in developing and implementing Colorado’s largest statewide multi-district online middle school and led the innovative blended learning program at Jeffco Public Schools, including the launch of Jeffco’s Virtual Academy, which earned Performance Accreditation.1
• Perez contributed to the development of House Bill 16-1222, which expanded blended and online learning in Colorado, leading to the formation of Colorado Empowered Learning.1
• She has participated in research projects for various organizations, including the U.S. Department of Education, iNACOL, and Project Tomorrow.1

International and National Involvement

Perez has consulted in underserved communities and institutions in countries such as Colombia, the UK, and Kenya. She is also involved with several international initiatives, including the Latin American and Caribbean Innovation and Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Builders.1

Current Roles and Memberships

In addition to her role at iLearn Collaborative, Judy Perez is an Executive Committee Member at the Digital Learning Collaborative and serves on other state-appointed advisory boards and organizations, such as ReSchool Colorado.24