What Will it Take for National “TeachStrong” Campaign to Really Go National?
"TeachStrong" campaign to modernize and elevate the teaching profession launches with support from diverse organizations.
PreK–12 Education
Child Care Teachers: Underpaid and Underappreciated
Despite the important nature of their work, child care teachers are among the country's lowest-paid workers.
Early Learning Standards for DLLs: How Can States Do Better?
How are states supporting DLLs through their early learning standards and guidelines?
Estimating the Impact of the Department’s Open Licensing Rule
The Department of Education announced a rule that would require educational resources created through direct competitive grants to carry an
States Still Racing to the Top, But What’s Next?
ED and HHS, which jointly oversee the Race to the Top - Early Learning Challenge, recently released a brief outlining the progress of all 20
“Pay for Success” Gaining Traction as ECE Funding Option, But Should It Be?
"Pay for success" arrangements offer a new, though still unproven, source of cash for ECE programs.
New Column: Scaling Up Strong Practices for Supporting Dual Language Learners
We're learning so much about what works for dual language learners. When are we going to start scaling up those strong practices?'
New Reports: Dual Language Learners in Portland (OR), San Antonio (TX), and Washington (DC)
New America's Dual Language Learners National Work Group releases profiles of three communities innovating Dual Language Learning.
No Child Left Behind and Dual Language Learners
Examples of how federal accountability policies can drive schools to improve their instructional models for dual language learners.
What Should Smarter Testing Look Like in the Early Grades?
With the recent debate about testing in school, it's easy to forget that assessment can be a valuable tool for improving instruction.
Data vs. Politics: Why Has Commissioner Chester Stepped Back from PARCC?
Mass Education Commissioner and PARCC Chairman Mitchell Chester just took a big step back from the test he’s championed.
DCPS Uses New Approach to Develop Dual Immersion Programs
A new approach to training teachers builds on recent efforts to ensure the quality of dual immersion programs across D.C. Public Schools.
Keeping Play in Kindergarten
Setting high academic standards for kindergarten students and building a classroom centered around play are not mutually exclusive.
Master’s Requirement Threatens Equity in Dual Enrollment Access
The Higher Learning Commission's recent ruling is poised to cut or eliminate dual enrollment programs across its member states.
It’s Time For Candidates To Start Talking About Early Education
A new bipartisan poll finds that investing in high-quality early education is a top priority among voters.