Kristin Hallgren is a dedicated Senior Researcher at Mathematica, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing social science interventions through rigorous evaluation and analysis. With a strong commitment to fostering a just world for all, Kristin oversees a diverse portfolio of over 30 partnerships,...
Kristin Hallgren is a dedicated Senior Researcher at Mathematica, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing social science interventions through rigorous evaluation and analysis. With a strong commitment to fostering a just world for all, Kristin oversees a diverse portfolio of over 30 partnerships, collaborating with more than 100 employees from philanthropic and nonprofit organizations. Her leadership is characterized by a collaborative spirit and a focus on meaningful outcomes, ensuring that each initiative aligns with the overarching goal of equity and social justice.
In her current role, Kristin directs evaluations of various educational interventions, employing mixed methods research to rigorously assess their effectiveness. Among her key projects, she serves as the project director for the Racial Equity Initiative Measurement, Learning, and Evaluation funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This initiative aims to identify and measure the impacts of strategies designed to promote racial equity within educational settings. Additionally, as co-project director for the Analysis of Middle School Math Systems, Kristin leverages her expertise in performance measurement and implementation analysis to evaluate and enhance math education systems, ensuring that they meet the diverse needs of all students.
Kristin's skills in program evaluation, operations management, and grant writing further enhance her ability to drive impactful research. Her experience in literature reviews and volunteer management complements her analytical capabilities, allowing her to synthesize findings and translate them into actionable insights. Through her work at Mathematica, Kristin Hallgren exemplifies the intersection of research and social impact, contributing to a deeper understanding of educational equity and the effectiveness of interventions designed to foster inclusive learning environments.
