About
We exist to inspire learning.
CALIE (California Association for Leading Innovation in Education) is the statewide community for anyone who supports teaching, learning, and innovation in education.
Formerly known as CUE, our four-decade legacy has empowered educators across California and beyond through high-impact professional learning, a community for educator support, and a commitment to equity in educational technology.
Our Mission
We foster a thriving community of educators and supporters that equips, engages, and inspires members to evolve and embrace better ways of learning.
Our Vision
We envision a transformative future—led by educators—where technology powers education experiences designed to unleash every learner’s potential.
What We Do
Inspire Learning.
We inspire educators to imagine new possibilities—and then we help you bring them to life. Whether you’re exploring emerging technologies, refining your practice, or looking for a community that gets it, we provide the support you need to turn complexity into clarity and ideas into action.
We equip educators with practical tools and insights that work in real classrooms, not just in theory.
We engage through meaningful professional development that respects your time and expertise.
Who We Serve
CALIE serves a vibrant network of changemakers
- K–12 classroom educators and instructional specialists
- School and district administrators
- Instructional coaches, tech TOSAs, and curriculum leaders
- Higher education faculty and preservice mentors
- Education nonprofits and EdTech companies
- State and national policy partners
- IT Leaders
- Adult Educators
Meet Our Leadership
CALIE is guided by a team of experienced educators, strategists, and nonprofit leaders—and supported by a statewide Board of Directors who bring classroom perspective and forward-thinking vision.
Board of Directors
Elected educators who represent the diverse voices and values of California’s education ecosystem.
Michael Bloemsma
Director (2026-2027)
Traci Bonde
Treasurer (2026—2027)
Rudy Escobar
Director (2026-2027)
Christopher Hoang
President (2026—2027)
Hailee Maran
Director (2026-2027)
Andy Osborn
Director (2026-2027)
Omar Shepherd
Vice President (2026—2027)
Marisa Thompson
Director (2026-2027)
Laurie Wong Roberts
Secretary (2026—2027)
Staff
ALEXA BAILEY
Event Specialist
RAE FEARING
Director of Programs
CHRISTINE FEENSTRA
Executive Director
ELIZABETH HOLLOWAY
Membership Coordinator
DARIEN GOODMAN
Business Operations Manager
Careers
At CALIE, we’re building on more than 45 years of leadership in education while shaping what’s next. Formerly CUE, our organization has evolved from helping educators integrate technology into teaching and learning to supporting innovation across every level of the education system. As our work continues to grow, so does our team. We’re looking for thoughtful, collaborative, and purpose-driven professionals who are energized by meaningful work and excited to help build an organization that’s making a lasting impact on educators across California.
Explore our current opportunities below and discover how you can help shape the next chapter of CALIE.
Current Openings:
Membership At A Glance
CALIE membership is open to all educators and supporters who are passionate about innovation, equity, and professional growth.
- Unlimited access to the CALIE Learning Hub
- A powerful network of educator-leaders
- Discounts to statewide events and certifications