Washington State Launches First of Its Kind Paraeducator Board
Washington State's Paraeducator Board will help set policy regarding paraeducator standards, professional development and career ladders
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How States Can Develop Their Early Education Workforce
Tracking the Enrollment of Dual Language Learners in Early Ed
To serve young dual language learners equitably, state leaders must first have a way to identify them and track their enrollment.
Almost Two-Thirds of TEACH Grant Recipients Wound Up With a Loan
A report released by the Education Department this week finds TEACH Grant recipients are more likely than not to wind up with a loan
Dual Language Learner Data Gaps: The Need for Better Policies in the Early Years
State leaders need to build data systems that more fully account for the growing population of DLLs.
What is Heightened Immigration Enforcement Doing to U.S. Schools?
In a new survey, thousands of educators weigh in on the deeply harmful effects of Trump’s immigration policies.
Will Arizona Loosen its Rigid Policy for Teaching English Learners?
A new bill in Arizona may finally reform the state’s restrictive English immersion model.
Q&A About Expanding Pre-K Access for Children of Immigrants
Diversifying the Teacher Workforce with ‘Grow Your Own’ Programs
Across the country, Grow Your Own programs aim to bridge the diversity gap between teachers and students.
Fudged Graduation Rates Hurt a Familiar Group of Students
High graduation rates are a universal goal—but they can’t come artificially.
Transforming Financing in Early Care and Education
A report from the National Academies of Sciences highlights how current investments in early care and education are inadequate.
Ban Suspension and Expulsion in ECE, Then Provide Additional Behavior Supports
More states are taking steps to ban suspension and expulsion in the early years and grades.
Highs and Lows of Higher Ed in the White House Budget Request
The White House released its fiscal year 2019 budget request to Congress today, with big implications for higher ed.