International Steering Committee

G. Balasubramanian Dr. Sadhana Parashar Dr. Rajesh Hassija Kevin Baird Dr. Swati Popat Vats Dr. Jesús Jara Mrs. Abha Meghe Dr. Andrew Ordover Humphrey Chan Pamit Anand Vishnu Patro Pramod Sharma Ms. Sneh Verma Dr. Punam Kashyap Ms. Sangeeta Krishan Giri Balasubramaniam

Guiding Excellence. Shaping the Future with Integrity and Inclusivity.

The SPARK Olympiads bring together some of the most distinguished minds in Indian and global education. With deep expertise in assessment innovation, student engagement, and large-scale assessment management, the Committee ensures that the SPARK Olympiads are future-ready, aligned with NEP 2020 and NCF, and driven by the highest standards of academic integrity and inclusivity.

Dr. Jesús Jara, AI in K12 Assessment, ISCAR

K-12 Global Practice Leader, Prometric

Dr. Jesús Jara guides strategy and solutions for school systems worldwide. With over 25 years of experience in public education, he is known for advancing equity, improving student outcomes, and driving systemic innovation. Before joining Prometric, Dr. Jara was Superintendent of the Clark County School District—one of the largest in the U.S.—where he led efforts that increased graduation rates, expanded AP participation, and improved math proficiency. At Prometric, he supports the integration of AI-powered assessment tools to strengthen student learning and district performance.

Together, the members of the Spark Olympiads Steering Committee have influenced over 25,000 schools, led reforms at national and international levels, and shaped educational experiences for millions of learners. Their combined expertise ensures that Spark Olympiads are not just assessments but a national movement towards future-ready learning.