The Education Consulting Lab class provides students interested in consulting, the education sector or both the opportunity to work with school districts, charter school networks, and other educational organizations on projects of strategic importance to the schools and organizations. Teams of 3-5 students work with senior administrators at the schools and organizations to agree upon project scope, objectives, and analytical approaches. Student teams work independently to conduct research, data analysis, and interviews (as appropriate). Periodically during the quarter, the class meets as a whole to work with the instructor and invited experts in the field. At the end of the quarter, teams present their findings and recommendations to senior leaders at the schools and organizations. Enrollment in this course is by application only. By applying to this course, the student commits to taking the class if they are accepted into the course. This course may not be dropped after the student has been accepted into the course.