2025 Summer Institute on Privacy Enhancing Technologies for Education Data

June 9th – June 11, 2025 in Washington, DC

Take part in the 2025 Summer Institute for hands-on learning about how to harness the power of privacy enhancing technologies (PETs) in education and workforce data.

Taking place at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy in Washington D.C., this three-day crash course on PETs is designed to help technical and policy staff at state education agencies:

Explore a range of innovative data privacy and governance techniques that could strengthen your data infrastructure
Learn how to apply PETs to your Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems (SLDS)
Connect with peers to share lessons and gain insights into data sharing efforts across the country

Join Us

A deep dive into PETs with advanced introductory sessions, demonstrations, problem-solving and networking.

Why Attend? If you are working with SLDSs, this course will give you the information you need to get started with using PETs to secure highly sensitive, personal data and protect student and worker privacy.

A sneak peek into what we’ll cover:

Stories of PETs in action in a range of fields, including education.
A deep dive into the different types of PETs and their use cases.
Demonstrations of using PETs to protect privacy when linking records, synthesizing data, publishing metrics and more.
Risk identification and mitigation strategies, legal considerations, and public engagement.

Secure Your Spot

The number of places is limited so register today >

About:

The Summer Institute is hosted by the Privacy Enhancing Technology initiative at the Massive Data Institute. Learn more about MDI’s PET initiative.

Tentative Agenda

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 1pm-7pm ET
- Opening plenary
- Concurrent sessions
- Evening reception
Tuesday, June 10, 2025: 9am-5pm ET
- Hands-on training sessions
Wednesday, June 11, 2025: 9am-1pm ET
- Concurrent sessions
- Closing plenary

FAQs:

Who can attend?

The Summer Institute is open to all and is especially relevant to individuals who work with SLDSs.

What does registration cost?

Registration for the Summer Institute is $250.

Do you have a government rate?

We have a limited number of free tickets available for government employees. To be considered, please email mdisummerinst@georgetown.edu.

What does the registration fee cover?

Registration covers all programmed events, including select meals. Lodging and travel support is available upon request (see below).

Will meals be provided?

Drinks and light refreshments will be provided at the evening reception on day one (Monday, June 9 from 5-7 pm)
Coffee and light refreshments will be provided in the morning of days two and day three (Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 11)
Lunch will be provided on days two and three of the conference (Tuesday, June 10, and Wednesday, June 11)

Is there lodging available?

We have recommended hotels on this list. Attendees will be required to make their own bookings. Limited travel support is available upon request. Please email mdisummerinst@georgetown.edu for more details.

What are the program start and end times?

The Institute will begin on Monday, June 9 at 1pm ET and end on Wednesday, June 11 at 1pm ET.

Who should I contact with questions?

Please send any inquiries to mdisummerinst@georgetown.edu.

What is your cancellation policy?

Registrations cancelled before May 9, 2025 receive a 100% refund. Registrations cannot be cancelled or refunded after May 10, 2025. Refunds will be issued to your credit card and may take up to 10 business days to appear on your statement. Please contact mdisummerinst@georgetown.edu for any concerns.