Michael D. Blackwell

Program Manager & EdTech Specialist

Who I Am

I build and scale educational programs and technology solutions that deliver measurable results:

• 46+ library branch Minecraft programs

• 100% passing high school graduation rate

• 360% STEM enrollment growth

• 254% mathematics pass rate improvement

The EdTech Startup

Code Knights

Launching a Minecraft-based gamified learning startup from concept to $15K in annual revenue.

Minecraft Events

  • Designed 20+ STEM lessons, expanding program reach to 46 events and after-school programs across three states.

  • Generated $15K in annual revenue by identifying a market need and building a viable product.

  • Secured Harris County Public Library 26-branch system as one of the company’s clients.

  • Created ten stunning Minecraft worlds on a safe & secure server.

The Data-Driven Program Overhaul

Tillamook Virtual Academy

Scaling a High-School Program to 83% Growth

Tillamook Virtual Academy

  • Orchestrated academic programming for 77 students, achieving a 100% graduation rate for on-track 12th-grade students.

  • Increased enrollment by 83% over three years by leveraging data to optimize curriculum and improve program reputation.

  • Improved operational efficiency by 35% through the introduction of a new data-informed curriculum platform.

  • Saved the school district $112,000 per year by leveraging my multiple teaching endorsements.

AP Program Scaling & Excellence

Newberg High School

Transforming Student Access to Advanced STEM Curriculum

Newberg High School

  • Achieved a 100% student pass rate on the AP Computer Science Principles exam, demonstrating exceptional program quality and student preparation.

  • Skyrocketed AP Statistics enrollment by 360% (from 20 to 92 students) in three years through targeted outreach and a reputation for student success.

  • Directed the AP program expansion, which contributed to a 25% increase in overall STEM Pathway enrollment for the school.

  • Secured $15,000 in value by championing the adoption of new EdTech tools to enhance curriculum and engagement.

Math Program Turnaround

Woodburn High School

Engineering a 254% Improvement in State Test Pass Rates

Woodburn High School

  • Led a comprehensive math improvement program that elevated state test pass rates from 24% to 85%, a 254% improvement that dramatically exceeded state averages, in seven years time.

  • Developed and implemented data-tracking systems to monitor 350 students' progress, directly improving essential skills graduation requirements.

  • Promoted to Department Chair; led, trained, and managed a professional team of 11 teachers to implement the new successful curriculum.

  • Secured top state mathematics rankings for a majority Latino high school by orchestrating strategic mathematics interventions programs.

“Mike is gifted helping students master the subject. All this and he is also one of the friendliest people you'll ever meet.” Allan E.

Mike Blackwell ✓

EdTech Program Manager | Former Educator & Founder | Building Scalable Learning Products that Drive User Growth & Revenue

College Station, Texas, United States • Contact info

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Let’s Build What’s Next

I'm actively seeking a Program Manager role where I can apply my skills in strategy, data, and execution to deliver impactful results.

My approach is to first understand, then build. If you have a problem that needs solving or a project that needs a leader who can drive it from concept to completion, I would love to connect.