Learning loss

We face deep-rooted educational challenges and urgently need systemic change to bridge the widening achievement gap and effectively support all students.

May we finally stop the academic and developmental bleed-out from the pandemic and start delivering what people want from our public education system.

Last February, I made ten predictions regarding education policy and practice and promised to grade my work. In the spirit of accountability, here’s how I did!

Advocates must act to secure high-quality education for Black children with community-driven solutions and systemic change for true educational justice.

Extending teaching and learning time can be a significant intervention and enrichment opportunity if it’s quality teaching and learning in well-used time. 

Avoid summer learning loss with local programs that offer math and coding education for academic success and future opportunities in STEAM fields.

Today over 65% of fourth graders are not proficient readers. We chat with Emily Hanford of APMreports about her latest podcast series, Sold a Story, and what went wrong with teaching kids how to read.