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73 SXSWedu 2016 Conference Overview About Special Programs Program Listings Socials The 2016 Allen Distinguished Educators Awards Reception hosted by Allen Distinguished Educators 6:00pm - 7:30pm Hilton Downtown Austin | Salon H The Allen Distinguished Educators award program, created by philan- thropist and Microsoft co-founder Paul G. Allen, recognizes and rewards teachers who "break the mold" of traditional schooling to provide students with opportunities to become thinkers, makers, and creators through computer science, engineering, and entrepreneur- ship. Please join us and special guest Dale Dougherty, Founder of MAKE Magazine and the Maker Faire, as we proudly announce and recognize the class of 2016 Allen Distinguished Educators. Startup Showcase hosted by Macmillan Learning 6:00pm - 8:00pm JW Marriott | Level 4 The Startup Showcase is a networking event that allows attendees to browse and connect with the latest, emerging education startups in a casual atmosphere. Join Macmillan Learning in celebrating these excit- ing new startups! A Celebration of Student Success hosted by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation 8:00pm - 9:30pm Antone's Join grantees of the Gates Foundation's Postsecondary Success unit for live music and a performance piece. Meet the people who are mov- ing the dial on personalized learning and enjoy beverages and light snacks. Do Now: An Introduction to NYC Model Redesign hosted by the NYC Department of Education 7:30pm - 11:00pm The Market Debuting some of its most promising initiatives, NYC Model Redesign invites you to an evening celebration. NYC Model Redesign is an en- gine for innovation in New York City public schools. We promote emerg- ing practices and breakthrough models that are ripe for next-level implementation. Join Model Redesign team members and fellow conference attendees for a night of networking and fun. You will learn about promising initiatives including the Mastery Collaborative, EPIC High Schools and NYC Skills Lab. Two drink tickets provided per guest. NYCModelRedesign