Rethinking Data for English Learners in the ESSA Era
Two new reports from New America highlight the need for more accurate, meaningful data on English learner outcomes.
PreK–12 Education
High-Stakes For Whom? Understanding Principal Behavior in Rating Teacher Performance
High-stakes for principals, not just teachers, impact principals’ ratings of teacher performance.
To Improve Professional Learning for Teachers, We Can’t Forget Principals
Education system leaders can make teacher professional learning more relevant and effective by supporting principals as well.
Our Take on New Paper: Rethinking Credential Requirements in Early Education
From Frenzied to Focused
School principals are increasingly expected to focus on “instructional leadership” by engaging more deeply in areas related to curriculum
What Do State Lawmakers Need to Know About K-12 Accountability Assessments?
State lawmakers are more involved in assessment decisions than ever. A new report from New America lays out what they need to know.
Southeast is Fastest Growing Region for English Learners
More immigrants are settling in the Southeast. What are the implications for equity in PreK-12 English learner education?
How Could Early STEM Engagement Create Equity In The Workforce?
To address issues of diversity in the STEM workforce, we need to consider the power of equitable STEM engagement from a young age.