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Data Magic Episode #7: From the Classroom to the CTO’s Office: Chantel Manahan on Building Data Culture
From the French classroom to the CTO’s office, Dr. Chantel Manahan has seen firsthand how access to meaningful data can change teaching and learning.
In this episode of Data Magic, Chantel shares her journey from pulling 185 paper student files by hand to leading her district’s technology strategy with real-time dashboards, interoperability, and a strong data culture. Her story highlights the power of making data accessible, actionable, and human-centered.
🎙️ In this conversation, you’ll hear:
How early classroom frustrations sparked a passion for better data systems
The role of…
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