About me
Calypso Gilstrap is a nationally recognized leader in educational innovation and digital transformation, celebrated for her ability to connect emerging technologies with the real‑world needs of teachers and students. With more than a decade of experience shaping statewide instructional technology strategy, she has become a trusted voice on how AI can elevate teaching, expand access, and empower educators to create more human‑centered learning environments.As a senior leader in the Virginia Department of Education, Calypso focuses on building educator capacity, strengthening literacy, and ensuring that AI tools are implemented responsibly, ethically, and with clear instructional purpose. Her work is grounded in a practical, educator‑first perspective shaped by her career as a school librarian—an experience that continues to inform her commitment to curiosity, curation, and creativity for all students.
