Javaid Siddiqi

@jsiddiqi7

Former teacher, principal, school board member, and VA Sec of Ed. Current President & CEO of The @Hunt_Institute. Sharing my thoughts on #education and #equity.

Joined August 2012

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · May 13

At @Hunt_Institute, we’re at our best when we’re setting the table. We bring policymakers together—across differences—to wrestle with the hardest issues in education. Always with one goal in mind: better outcomes for kids. That’s the work. That’s the why.

jsiddiqi7's tweet image. At @Hunt_Institute, we’re at our best when we’re setting the table.

We bring policymakers together—across differences—to wrestle with the hardest issues in education. Always with one goal in mind: better outcomes for kids.

That’s the work. That’s the why.

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 25

In a new national survey, the majority of parents, regardless of political affiliation, believe the developmental needs of young children outweigh economic arguments when it comes to child care funding. Data from @ChildCareAware

jsiddiqi7's tweet image. In a new national survey, the majority of parents, regardless of political affiliation, believe the developmental needs of young children outweigh economic arguments when it comes to child care funding.

Data from @ChildCareAware

Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 25

Tech workforce innovation is a must!

�🇺🇸 𝗧 𝗢 𝗠 𝗠 𝗬 ✦ 𝗧 𝗔 𝗧 𝗨 𝗠 ✦ 𝗡 𝗘 𝗪 𝗦@BenKaxton · Jun 19

🚀 Mississippi is betting big on AI! Gov. Tate Reeves just announced $9.1 MILLION in grants through the new MAI-TAP initiative — the Mississippi AI Talent Accelerator Program — aimed at training the next generation of machine learning and tech professionals. Amazon Web Services…

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 24

One of @Hunt_Institute's Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows...always great to know our Lt. Governors care about education. #HKFellows

AAruna K. Miller@arunamiller · Jul 24

Proud to serve on the @NLGA Executive Committee—bringing together lieutenant governors nationwide to share insights and strengthen our states.

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 24

Proud to serve on the @NLGA Executive Committee—bringing together lieutenant governors nationwide to share insights and strengthen our states.

NNational Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA)@NLGA · Jul 22

Congratulations to Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller, elected to the 2025-2026 NLGA Executive Committee!

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 22

As states invest in early literacy, the question remains: how do we support older students who still struggle to read? Today's session on secondary literacy brought state leaders and experts together to explore research-based strategies that meet the moment. @ColleenDanilson

TThe Hunt Institute@Hunt_Institute · Jul 22

We're back for Day 2 of The Path Forward Summit. Here's some pics from last night - a session with @NWEA, @ReadOnArizona, @lisacoons10, and @BobWise48! Dr. Coons highlighted the importance of leveraging bipartisan partners to create a space for school leaders and teachers to…

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 21

Pics from our Collaborative Choice Conversations: State teams are diving into shared problems of practice—from assessment to training to implementation—and gathering insights from peers and experts across the room.

jsiddiqi7's tweet image. Pics from our Collaborative Choice Conversations: State teams are diving into shared problems of practice—from assessment to training to implementation—and gathering insights from peers and experts across the room.

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 21

Excited to what the team accomplishes here.

JJaalil Hart, Ph.D.@jaalil_hart · Jul 21

📍 We’re on the ground in Minneapolis for Day 1 of #ThePathForward Summit! State leaders, educator prep programs, and literacy champions are coming together to build systems rooted in the science of reading. Follow along for highlights! 📚✨

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 19

“When we define education, we shouldn’t put limits on what that means.” Grateful for the powerful message from Governor Tate Reeves at this week’s ACT Summit. As a Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellow, his commitment to expanding opportunity for all Mississippi students is clear.…

jsiddiqi7's tweet image. “When we define education, we shouldn’t put limits on what that means.”

Grateful for the powerful message from Governor Tate Reeves at this week’s ACT Summit. As a Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellow, his commitment to expanding opportunity for all Mississippi students is clear.…

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 18

The results of this study are worth noting!

TThe Hunt Institute@Hunt_Institute · Jul 18

A new study out of Dallas shows a clear outcome: when more 6th graders are automatically placed in advanced math, more students take Algebra 1 by 8th grade—a key milestone toward college-level math in high school. THREAD - 1/4

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 17

Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke is an incredibly committed education champion in Hawai‘i. Her work to expand the Preschool Open Doors program will help thousands of families access early learning. @lgsylvialuke

LLt. Governor Sylvia Luke@lgsylvialuke · Jul 1

📣 Preschool Open Doors enrollment opens today! With expanded income limits, more Hawaiʻi families now qualify for tuition subsidies. Apply now for the 2025–26 school year—first come, first served! facebook.com/share/r/199LJZ…

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 17

Students are asked to choose between college readiness and career training. Why not both? On July 31, I’ll be tuning in to @Hunt_Institute’s next #HomeroomWebinar on how AP and CTE can work together to open more doors for students. Register: ow.ly/1VAM50WjX1Q…

jsiddiqi7's tweet image. Students are asked to choose between college readiness and career training. Why not both?

On July 31, I’ll be tuning in to @Hunt_Institute’s next #HomeroomWebinar on how AP and CTE can work together to open more doors for students.

Register: ow.ly/1VAM50WjX1Q…

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 16

Enjoyed moderating today’s #ACTSummit conversation with legislative education leaders, including Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellow Rep. Terri Collins, on how states are preparing students for life after high school—through career pathways, credentials, and real options. Also…

jsiddiqi7's tweet image. Enjoyed moderating today’s #ACTSummit conversation with legislative education leaders, including Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellow Rep. Terri Collins, on how states are preparing students for life after high school—through career pathways, credentials, and real options.

Also…

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 15

Proud of this state!

MMichael Lee@MichaelLee4NC · Jul 15

North Carolina is once again leading the nation — ranked America’s Top State for Business in 2025 by CNBC. With a thriving economy, a world-class workforce, and smart, forward-thinking policies, our state continues to attract record-breaking investment from companies like Amazon…

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Javaid Siddiqi@jsiddiqi7 · Jul 15

See you there!! (you too, @jclantz)

AACT@ACT · Jul 14

One more day until the inaugural, sold-out #ACTSummit begins—and we’re ready to hit the ground running in Nashville!

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