Early Childhood Teachers Need More Paid Time for Their Professional Responsibilities
In California, a new survey investigates how work conditions can affect teacher practice and program quality
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NACUBO’s Misleading Spin on Merit Aid
In its tuition-discounting survey, NACUBO isn't honest about how these policies are harming low-income students.
Building College and Career Pathways for EL Students
2017 California New America Fellow Kyle Halle-Erby describes his work to help forge college and career pathways for his EL students.
Concerning English Learner Policy Trends in States’ New School Accountability Systems
How are states using the opportunity to redesign their school accountability systems? So far, it's a mixed bag.
Mind the Gap: How Higher Education Contributes to Gender Wage Disparities
A recent study from shows significant gaps in the earnings between male and female students.
Can ESSA Help Youth Apprenticeship Move Forward?
ESSA opens the door for states to improve career readiness. Whether states move forward depends on them.
All in the Family: Supporting Students through Family Engagement in ESSA
ESSA provides opportunities to foster effective family engagement
Four Futures for Work in America
What can we learn about the future of work by imagining the different scenarios that arise if we look at both sides of the coin?
Congress’ Decreased Support for Effective Instruction Flies in the Face of Teacher Appreciation Week
Congress' decision to cut ESSA Title II-A in the FY17 budget fails to recognize the crucial job of teachers and school leaders.
Some Early Learning Programs See Funding Increases in 2017 Budget Bill
Head Start and CCDBG fared well, but uncertainty about the 2018 budget remains
Can Professional Development for Teachers Improve the Reading skills of Mississippi students?
Mississippi’s professional development has led to an increase in teacher knowledge, but it is unclear if this will improve student outcomes.
Contours of the Field: Dual Language Learners and Academic Language
How are social and academic language distinct? How does this distinction affect DLLs' development?
Apprenticeship Forward: Building a New American Tradition
Apprenticeship can address some of American society's deepest-seated problems. It's time to make the most of the buzz.
Movers and Makers
New book and action guide encourage innovation and engagement in communities.