Gerardo Castillo

Gerardo Castillo is the founder of GC Education Analytics LLC and a passionate advocate for leveraging data to enhance educational outcomes. With a firm belief that statistical analysis can unlock insights far deeper than raw test scores alone, Gerardo is dedicated to empowering educators with the tools and knowledge to make confident, data-driven decisions that foster student success.

In his upcoming hands-on session, Gerardo will guide attendees through practical statistical methods using Google Sheets. Participants will learn how to move beyond mere trends and averages, applying techniques like chi-square tests to detect guessing patterns in multiple-choice questions, t-tests to compare teacher results, and standard-level analysis to pinpoint curricular strengths and areas for improvement. The session is designed to equip educators with the skills to transform raw data into meaningful insights, enabling them to identify areas for intervention, evaluate instructional effectiveness, and ultimately drive student achievement through evidence-based practices.

A Harvard University alumnus (Class of 2018), Gerardo's commitment to education has been central to his career. He has served as a dedicated teacher since graduating in 2018, accumulating nearly seven years of valuable firsthand classroom experience. This practical understanding of educators' needs is complemented by his ongoing connection to his alma mater as a Harvard college interviewer. Gerardo is currently pursuing a Master's degree, continually building on his foundation of computer science coursework and specialized data analytics training via Coursera. His robust technical expertise includes proficiency in languages such as Python, R, SQL, and Java, and he is actively developing innovative codes for data analytics in education, task automation, and exploring the potential of machine learning models and LLM training to further support the educational sector.

Through his company, GC Education Analytics LLC, Gerardo is focused on building solutions that make sophisticated data analysis accessible and actionable, as well as creating individualized software designed to automate tasks and optimize workflows for schools and educators. The mission is clear: to equip educational professionals with the analytical capabilities and custom tools to not just understand data, but to use it decisively to improve teaching strategies and learning environments.

Gerardo is excited to share his expertise and practical approaches at the conference, aiming to demystify statistical analysis and demonstrate its profound impact on creating more effective and equitable educational experiences.