A "reformer" is someone who is working to change something for the better. They want to improve or fix a system, practice, or belief that they think is not working well or is unfair or harmful. Full definition
I don't think it's because there are many education reformers who reject the science here (unlike many in teacher preparation). (educationnext.org)
And unfortunately for school reformers in those states, not even federal money is enough to gain traction. (dropoutnation.net)
He describes the work of school reformers who wish to use business solutions or technology to fix the problems of education as missing the point. (cfchildren.org)