Chronic Absenteeism: Not Just an Issue for Older Students
There are proven strategies that schools and districts can use to help reduce absenteeism in the early grades
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#ShareTheMicInCyber Fellows in DC: A Recap
Cultivating a Safe and Inclusive Space for Pregnant and Parenting Students
A conversation with former student parent and recent graduate, Sade Johnson.
How Hackers Stole Half of Americans’ Private Information – and Why
New America VP and ASU Professor of Practice Peter Bergen examines how hackers stole the private information of half of America.
Most Americans Support a Diverse Faculty
This blog post highlights recent findings about Americans' opinions on faculty diversity from New America's annual Varying Degrees survey.
New America Announces 2024 Class of National Fellows
Out of nearly 300 applications this year, 15 immensely talented individuals were selected for New America’s Class of 2024 National Fellows.
Strengthening a Robust Economic Recovery with Child Care
American Rescue Plan (ARP) state and local fiscal recovery funds (SLFRF) support workforce development efforts with child care projects.
The September Transition
A Journey Towards Racial Equity: Advancing the Work at New America
New America’s Chief Transformation Officer Paul Butler on doing the work to transform New America for a new America.
Better Data Collection Upon Enrollment Can Help Schools Support Recently Arrived Immigrant Students
Despite unprecedented numbers, existing laws and processes can help schools and districts prepare to welcome recent arrivals.
Come Work for the Open Technology Institute!
OTI is hiring a Policy Analyst, Policy Counsel, and Senior Policy Analyst, Data Use & Privacy!
How I Updated my Views on Ranked Choice Voting
Lee Drutman writes about his updated views on ranked choice voting.
Learning from the Past to Avoid Painful Cuts for Child Care
Reflecting on tragic policies from the past can strengthen the future of early care and learning.
Acknowledging the Identities and Intersectionalities of Student Parents
A conversation with family advocate and former student parent, Tracey Faulkner.
Mapping Out a Path to Justice for the 1939 Sit-In Participants
We ask Bryan Porter how he investigated the 1939 sit-in arrests and wrote an order clearing the participants.