An Interview with Solona Hollis, Senior Director of Science Strategy at Leading Educators

April 13, 2025 | Queens of Tech

What does it look like for us to begin to think about how science is where all the work we do in math and ELA comes together… It’s actually the place where we apply all these things our students have been learning all along in a real-world way.”

In a new podcast interview with Queens of Tech, Solona Hollis reflects on what her journey as a scientist-turned-educator taught her about preparing students for science-filled lives.

Teaching and learning aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) requires educators to make a significant pedagogical shift.

• They need and expect professional development that surpasses basic introductions to curriculum materials and resources.
• Team success requires a common lens of what excellent science looks like in practice so leaders can provide guidance and resources that make a difference.

Solona discusses how all of this can radically shift what students experience.