Courtney Monk

Co-Founder of Schoolytics

Newsela

Jan 2026 - Current (7 months)

Joined Newsela as part of the Schoolytics acquisition.

Roadrunner Cohort 3

Reach Capital

Jul 2023 - Current (3 years 1 month)

As a member of Reach Capital Roadrunners Cohort 3, I am learning about edtech investing and venture capital. This experience enhances my understanding of emerging EdTech trends and broadens my professional network.

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Schoolytics

Jun 2022 - Current (4 years 2 months)

Acquired by Newsela in January 2026. Schoolytics helps school districts improve educational outcomes through data-driven insights and innovative technology solutions. As a co-founder and COO, my responsibilities include: Founder-Led Sales: Directly engaging with educational leaders to drive adoption and integration of our products. Account Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with districts to ensure their ongoing satisfaction and success. Revenue Growth: Implementing innovative strategies for revenue enhancement and sustainable growth. Team Leadership: Overseeing a talented team, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Marketing: Leading marketing initiatives to elevate brand presence and market pen

On Deck EdTech (ODET1) Fellow

On Deck

Aug 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer

Schoolytics

Dec 2020 - Jun 2022 (1 year 7 months)

Director, Business Analytics

Chegg inc

Oct 2019 - Sep 2020 (1 year)

School Board Member

LOS GATOS UNION ELEM SCHOOL DISTRICT

Dec 2018 - Current (7 years 8 months)

As an elected school board member, I am dedicated to serving the students, families, and staff of the Los Gatos Union School District and focused on improving learning and opportunities for all students. Accomplishments include: adding solar installations across schools, raising academic achievement, expanding from half-day to extended day kindergarten, improving fiscal sustainability through a new parcel tax and bond measure, improving school nutrition, renovating outdoor fields, and more! - President, 2026 - Clerk, 2025 - President, 2022 - Clerk, 2021 - Liaison to the Equity Action Team and Los Gatos Education Foundation

Board Member

Breakthrough Silicon Valley

Jan 2018 - May 2024 (6 years 5 months)

As a board member at Breakthrough Silicon Valley, I am committed to empowering first-generation students to access and succeed in college. My responsibilities include: Strategic Oversight: Guiding the organization’s strategic direction to ensure alignment with our mission to support student achievement. Fundraising: Spearheading fundraising efforts to secure the resources necessary for program expansion and sustainability. Advocacy: Promoting the organization’s mission and impact within the community to garner support and awareness.

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Board Member

CHEGG FOUNDATION

Jan 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year 9 months)

Advisory Board Member

iMentor

Sep 2017 - Sep 2020 (3 years 1 month)

Manager, Data Science

Chegg inc

May 2015 - Sep 2019 (4 years 5 months)

Managing Director, Evaluation (Admissions)

Teach For America

May 2013 - Apr 2015 (2 years)

Managing Director, Research & Analysis (Alumni Affairs)

Teach For America

Oct 2009 - May 2013 (3 years 8 months)

Research Economist

Boston College

Sep 2008 - Dec 2009 (1 year 4 months)

Undergraduate Tutor (Teacher), Economics & Math

Brasenose College Oxford

Sep 2006 - Jun 2008 (1 year 10 months)

Summer Fellow

Council of Economic Advisers The White House

Jun 2005 - Aug 2005 (3 months)

Lecturer, English for Business

ParisPantheonAssas University

Aug 2003 - Jul 2004 (1 year)

Investment Banking Analyst

Merrill Lynch

Jun 2001 - Apr 2002 (11 months)

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