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What happened to America’s teens when coronavirus disrupted high school?
Nearly half of teens said the pandemic had a negative impact on their academics.
Research spotlights strategies to improve career and technical ed
A pair of reports released by Chiefs for Change detail strategies for strengthening career and technical education programs to expand students' access to clear pathways for jobs in high-paying, in-demand fields.
2021 testing participation varies widely — what will data mean for districts?
While testing experts are optimistic amid high participation in some states, they urge caution in interpretation, particularly at the local level.
Academic Supports for Black Community College Students
The California state Legislature approved $5 million in additional funding for the Los Angeles Community College District to sustain programs that promote academic success for African American students at California community colleges, according to an announcement from the college district.
K-12 funding needs more state, federal support to maximize equity, impact
Reports detail how pre-pandemic funding and spending practices can inform COVID-19 recovery strategy as fiscal cliffs loom for districts.
The health care worker shortage has plagued us for decades. Why haven’t we fixed it yet?
To better ensure our health care system can outlast the challenges brought on by the virus—and to pandemic-proof our health care system for the future—we must fundamentally change the way we train health care workers and set them up for success.
10 ways for schools to gain traction with social-emotional learning programs
Federal funding, parent demand and evidence of payoff fuels support for social-emotional learning in the classroom, but continuation may hinge on rebranding and local investment
How Congress can move the needle on college completion
A proposed College Completion Fund draws backing as researchers say wraparound support programs are the best way to help students earn degrees.
Lifting the veil on college admissions amid the pandemic
EdSource roundtable panelists call for more transparency in college admissions process.