Brett Schaeffer Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Harrisburg, Pa

Developed research-based education policy proposals for the Senate Democratic Caucus;Produced fiscal analysis on education policy legislation for the Senate Democratic Appropriations Committee;Monitored and analyzed education policy at the state and federal level and provided policy briefings to caucus members and staff;Served as caucus point person on legislative committees related to education policy, such as the Basic Education Funding Commission, the Special Education Funding Commission, and the Public School Building Construction and Reconstruction Advisory Committee.

Education policy analysis and advocacy, with an emphasis on K-12 education policies related to school funding, students with disabilities and English language learners. Produced several research and policy briefs, including ELC's Funding, Formulas, and Fairness report, which was a cornerstone of statewide advocacy for a fair school funding formula. Provided information, data, and expertise about Pennsylvania education policy to advocacy organizations, media members, and community groups engaged in school reform efforts throughout Pennsylvania.

Volunteer board member for the Philadelphia Public School Notebook (now Chalkbeat Philadelphia). Worked in coordination with other board members on transitioning the Notebook, a nonprofit new organizations covering the Philadelphia public schools, from a primarily printed news source to a digital news source. Collaborated on fundraising, budgeting, and personnel with other board members.

Award-winning education reporter and editor for local and national news organizations.