John Scianimanico is an Associate Partner on the Learning Solutions team, where he leads a portfolio designed to enhance math education through investments in generative artificial intelligence.
Prior to NewSchools, John served in the Connecticut State Department of Education and Governor’s Office, deploying over $50 million to accelerate student postsecondary success, mathematics achievement, and summer learning in the wake of the pandemic. During this time, he launched the Connecticut High-Dosage Tutoring Program in over 40 public school districts serving thousands of students. His prior professional experiences also include roles with Teach For America, Arnold Ventures, and the 2020 Pete For America presidential campaign. He is a reservist in the U.S. Navy.
John graduated from American University with a BA in Political Science and from the Harvard Kennedy School with an MPP. He currently lives in New York City and enjoys CrossFit, attending new Broadway shows, and traveling to national parks.