Region 1 Advisory Board members recognized the many disruptions the COVID-19 pandemic introduced to educational systems. Board members also recognized the flexibility granted to schools and teachers to provide the best possible education for students during this crisis, and the innovative strategies that local leaders implemented as a result. To harness these innovative efforts, the Region 1 Advisory Board members requested the R1CC to write a series of short papers on strategies to support educators, policymakers, and business leaders in building on the innovation and flexibilities introduced to reimagine their education systems.