Evan Skloot serves as AVID Center's Policy Partner, directing AVID’s education policy strategy to support college and career readiness and other key priorities. In his role, he guides strategic engagement with state and national policymakers, interprets policy trends, and translates policy into clear insights to inform organizational decision-making. He connects on-the-ground innovation with broader policy goals to strengthen alignment, coherence, and impact for students and educators.
Previously, Evan worked at the United States Department of Education managing the largest federal K–12 program, Title I. There, he helped develop high-level policy on critical Title I requirements such as state accountability and school improvement, and supported state education departments with Title I implementation. He also served in a key role helping coordinate the Department's K–12 response to COVID-19 and the review and approval process for each state’s American Rescue Plan. Evan began his public service as a Presidential Management Fellow (PMF), the United States government's flagship leadership development program. During his fellowship, he also temporarily served in the Executive Office of the President.
Evan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Elon University and a Master of Education in Higher Education Administration from the University of Georgia. His commitment to college and career readiness began in graduate school, where he worked in the career center advising students on navigating the journey towards their career goals. He serves on the Board of Advisors for the School of Education at Elon University.
