Wendy Robinson, a remarkable leader who was the longtime superintendent of the Ft. Wayne Community Schools in Indiana, and a member of the Learning Forward board of trustees, died in August. Robinson served as a board member from 2018 to 2023 and was board president in 2021.

During her tenure, she played a pivotal role in guiding Learning Forward through the challenging times posed by the COVID-19 pandemic with grace, compassion, and wisdom. A lifelong learner, Robinson exemplified the values she championed throughout her career and life.

She had a profound impact on educators and community members. Robinson’s influence will endure through the lives of the students who benefited from her leadership and the educators whose careers were ignited by her inspiration.