A passionate leader and committed change-maker, Lindsey Halman is the Executive Director of UP for Learning. She is committed to exploring radically inclusive education and multiple ways of knowing. She believes there is no more compelling time than right now to ask, "how do I meet this moment with courage, vulnerability, and creativity?" She joined the UP team in 2018 after 15 years as a middle level educator, leader and advocate. Prior to joining UP, she co-founded The Edge Academy at Essex Middle School. The Edge Academy served as a model and learning laboratory for many educators throughout Vermont, and beyond. The Edge integrated education for sustainability, as well as the arts, into all aspects of the team and curriculum. At the Edge Academy, there was a strong focus on youth voice, social justice, student-centered learning, project-based learning, and negotiated curriculum. Lindsey is passionate about building strong relationships with youth and adults, helping them feel empowered to make change, and creating a socially just climate and culture for all. When not rigorously pursuing social change in education, she can be found spending time with her family, taking dance classes, gardening, dreaming about flowers, reading, and loving the outdoor activities that every season brings to Vermont.