Micah Miner,
Administrator,
Educational Thought Leader, and Writer

Who I am...


District Administrator

Welcome! Since 2004, I have been actively involved in various educational roles, including teaching incarcerated students, serving as an instructional technology coach, social studies department chair, and school and district administrator. I have also been an adjunct professor at Trinity International University, where I taught pre-service teachers.

My experiences span working with students from kindergarten to pre-service teachers and engaging with diverse family demographics. I believe that if an organization values diversity, students, families, and communities will thrive. It is crucial to build capacity in schools and districts by recruiting, training, and retaining successful teachers, ensuring that students receive the education they need to pursue 21st-century opportunities.

Instructional Technology/ Curriculum & Social Studies Instruction.

As the district administrator overseeing instructional technology and social studies for our 9 schools, I am passionate about bringing 21st century skills into every classroom. My leadership focuses on:

🚀 Empowering Educators: Leveraging the SAMR model and the 4 C’s, I partner with our dedicated educators to infuse cutting-edge technology and creative resources into teaching, enhancing learning experiences at every level.

🧠 Critical Thinking for the Digital Age: Amidst the noise of misinformation, our students become digital detectives—skilled in sourcing truth and reasoning with clarity, ready for the challenges of tomorrow.

🤝 Teamwork and Tech: Beyond screens, we craft a culture of collaboration, where technology is a bridge to human connection, nurturing teamwork and emotional intelligence.

🗣️ Active Citizenship: From the stories of the past to the debates of the present, our learners engage with history and civics in ways that mirror their lives, inspire dialogue, and ignite civic passion.

🌐 Scaling Innovation: In our district I guide our team of InTech coaches to cultivate digital citizenship and AI literacy in the classroom. I introduce emerging technologies like VR to unlock immersive, captivating learning experiences for students.

📚 Curriculum Leadership: My leadership extends to crafting alignment documents and spearheading curriculum development, especially in social studies. I pioneer educational initiatives to empower our diverse learners, while ensuring our instructional strategies are innovative yet inclusive. My ultimate commitment is to expanding programs that help students excel in our rapidly changing world.

I am committed to providing the diverse learners across our district with the 21st century skills necessary to become creative, critical-thinking citizens ready to build community and drive positive change. Please reach out to learn more!

Writer & Thought Leader.

As an experienced educator based in Chicago, I currently serve as the District Administrator for Instructional Technology & Social Studies at Maywood, Melrose Park, Broadview School District 89. Living with my wife and our four children, I balance my professional pursuits with the joys of family life. My roles extend beyond my administrative duties; as a Contributing Writer to the American Consortium for Equity in Education and an author for Times 10 Publications, I further my passion for educational access and equity, aiming to ensure high-quality education for all students, regardless of their background.

Championing Equity in Education: Technology Meets Humanity

My journey as an educator has been fueled by a commitment to equity and access in education. From the vibrant classrooms of Chicago Public Schools to the halls of policy change in Washington D.C., I’ve merged the power of teaching with technology and policy to make learning come alive for every student.

👩‍🏫 From Classroom to Policy: Beginning as a social studies teacher, I quickly recognized technology as a pivotal tool for educational equity. This insight propelled me to leadership roles where I guided fellow educators in harnessing digital tools to transform learning.

🏛️ Advocacy in Action: My drive to empower teachers took me to the heart of national education policy, where I advocated for pivotal legislation like the Every Student Succeeds Act. My voice echoed at leading edtech conferences, shaping the conversation on integrating technology in education.

🤝 Collaborative Leadership: As a district administrator, I now work alongside teachers and school leaders to foster technology-enriched, human-centric education. My research and publications delve into how policy and curriculum influence educational equity.

🌐 Invitation to Innovation: I stand at the crossroads of policy, pedagogy, and technology, extending an invitation to reimagine an education system where every student has a seat at the table of opportunity. Join me in this mission to blend humanity with technology, propelling every learner towards a future ripe with potential.

Inspiring Change Through Thoughtful Leadership & Writing

I leverage writing educational articles, blogs, books, and peer-reviewed journals based on research because it’s informed by the frontline of education. I write to catalyze change, offering educators and leaders practical wisdom wrapped in engaging narratives. Each piece I craft is a fusion of deep research and a focused call for equity and ethics in education.

📝 Empowerment Through Insight: My articles are more than just words; they’re blueprints for building more inclusive and human-centered learning spaces. I’m dedicated to guiding educators through the maze of modern pedagogy with strategies that resonate and results that matter.

🧭 Ethics at the Forefront: With a moral compass calibrated to student diversity and technological enrichment, I advocate for every learner’s right to a robust education. My advocacy is a beacon that ensures technology amplifies, not silences, the potential in every classroom.

🌟 A Trusted Guide for Educators: Navigate the complexities of education with a companion who blends expertise with empathy. From policy puzzles to pedagogical challenges, my writing illuminates the way, prioritizing what truly counts—cultivating curious minds and supporting those who teach them.

🔍 Bridging Theory and Practice: I distill complex theories into practical classroom magic. My insights are educators’ gain—strategies, tips, and tools that elevate teaching and learning. I spotlight pivotal issues like equity, curriculum, and the role of tech in education.

Let’s journey together towards a brighter educational future. Dive into dialogue, embrace innovation, and let’s collectively enhance the landscape of learning.

Latest Work.

AI Literacy: Strategies for an Empowered Classroom
A robot with a humanoid appearance, wearing headphones, sits at a wooden desk with an open notebook and a pencil in its mechanical hand, as if studying or doing homework, with a backdrop of a sunny classroom window overlooking a city street.
Harnessing AI in Music: Suno AI via Microsoft Copilot Meets the Civil Rights Movement
Robot instructor with a pointer in a sunlit classroom, showcasing a world map on a chalkboard, with the city skyline in the backdrop.
Why Social Studies Should Lead the Classroom Revolution in AI Literacy