Elementary Social Studies Practice has a Problem
New America explores findings from the American Instructional Resources Survey on the state of elementary social studies infrastructure.
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Recent federal guidance outlines flexibilities in WIOA and Perkins V funding to support youth apprenticeship.
Proposed Gainful Employment Regulations Will Protect Students and Taxpayers
The Biden administration is right to stop the flow of federal financial aid to programs that leave students worse off.
Oregon’s Push for Increased Public Investment
Early childhood advocates in the state are pushing for increased public investment to support the workforce and infrastructure
Four Lessons for Improving Equitable Access to High-Quality Pre-K
Pre-K programs will only achieve their intended goals if they ensure that they are accessible to all families they are designed to serve.
Pre-K Data in Practice: Unpacking the Complexities of State-Level Data Use
How the structure of pre-K programming impacts the type of data available to state agencies
Best Laid (Repayment) Plans
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Cross-Agency Cooperation and New Funding Opportunities to Support Youth Apprenticeship
Federal grants and agency ‘silo-busting’ present opportunities to scale youth apprenticeship
What the Upcoming FAFSA Changes Mean for Students
The FAFSA Simplification Act will make the financial aid application easier for students.
School Leaders Share Their Take On Social Media Usage In Schools For Learning
It's critical for education stakeholders to explore the opportunities to invest in social media integration for learning.
Why I Have Conflicting Feelings About Teacher Appreciation Week
What states really need to do to give teachers the appreciation they deserve, and shore up the workforce for current and future students
A Comprehensive Approach to Serving Student Parents
A conversation with Generation Hope’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Nicole Lynn Lewis.
How Can Educators Help Children Thrive in Kindergarten and the Early Grades?
Helping to create the conditions for young children to thrive in kindergarten begins by better understanding what is getting in the way.