Category: Emotional and Academic Development

As the pandemic continues to take a toll on both the social-emotional well-being of students as well as student learning, a new state-by-state review of policies shows where states are…

Disparities in opportunities to learn have left thousands of Texas students — particularly Black, Latino, and students from low-income backgrounds — disconnected from school.

Existing research shows that all learning is inherently social and emotional, and resources that support the holistic development of…

Increasing time and attention for students based on their needs can significantly boost learning for students who are behind.…

Teaching quality can impact student learning more than any other in-school factor, especially for students who are further behind.…

COVID-19 has not only widened existing educational disparities – e.g., in access to strong and diverse teachers, a high-quality…

Curriculum and instructional materials that are aligned to high standards, appropriately challenging for students’ grade level, and culturally responsive…

Across the country, many districts and schools have moved learning completely or partially online for at least the fall…

Research shows that increased school spending leads to higher graduation rates, higher wages, and a reduction in adult poverty,…