Can an Increase in Empathy Lead to a Drop in Suspensions?
This article by EdWeek, takes an in-depth look at the findings of a study by Stanford University researchers published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. The researchers worked with 31 math teachers in five diverse middle schools spread over three California districts, administering two online professional-development exercises… Read More ›
Designing and Implementing a Student-Centered ELO Program (Video Tool Suite)
This Students at the Center Hub video takes a look at the complex process of implementing a successful extended learning opportunity (ELO) in a student-centered high school. Follow the students and staff at the ELO program at Highlander Charter School as they explore the logistical side of anytime/anywhere learning and discuss what it can take to get students out of the… Read More ›
Speeding up High School Reform in New England
This article discusses college readiness. While high school graduation rates are high in New England, Nellie Mae Education Foundation President & CEO, Nicholas Donohue notes that college readiness is not. In this op-ed for The Hechinger Report, Donohue asks: What does it mean to be truly ready for college? Source Organization: The Hechinger Report Visit the Resource
Deeper Learning Equity Fellows
This website provides information about the Deeper Learning Equity Fellowship leadership program. The program was founded to increase access to deeper learning opportunities for all youth, especially students of color, immigrant youth, English language learners, and youth in poverty. Cohorts of 10 education leaders are selected to participate in a 24 month-leadership program consisting of… Read More ›
Our Schools Our Future
Our Schools Our Future is a community group in Sanford, Maine with the mission to partner with parents, students and schools to amplify parent and youth voice in education so all students receive what they need to succeed. The group is working to grow public support for implementation of student-centered, proficiency-based learning in the district.… Read More ›
District Redesign Centered around Student Learning
This 12-minute video introduces the basic ideas involved in a district-wide shift to student centered learning and explores the specific efforts undertaken in Pittsfield. It features the superintendent, principal, teachers, parents, and students. The video focuses on personalized extended learning opportunities for students, community involvement efforts, the student-led site council, and the advisory program. This video… Read More ›
What You Need To Know: A Guide To Understanding The Pittsfield School District Redesign
This article outlines the plans of the Pittsfield School District to redesign teaching and learning to become more student centered. The document introduces the concept of student centered learning. It also provides detailed descriptions of the district’s plans to provide multiple pathways to learning through in classroom, co-curricular, and non-traditional opportunities such as authentic assessment, flexible… Read More ›
Pittsfield School District Logic Model
This working document lays out the roadmap for a shift to student centered learning in Pittsfield, New Hampshire. The logic model looks at several areas for improvement: development of 21st century skills such as civic responsibility, study skills, and social-emotional learning; systems and infrastructure support for student centered learning; community involvement; student achievement; and student… Read More ›
Flipped Learning Toolkit: Getting Everyone on Board
This tool features a short video that provides teachers with tips to help educate students, administrators, and parents about the flipped classroom teaching approach and gain their support. It also includes a short article for parents explaining the benefits of a flipped classroom, an article for students with tips on getting the most out of… Read More ›
New England Secondary School Consortium
This organization, the New England Secondary School Consortium (NESSC), is a regional partnership that promotes innovations in the design and delivery of secondary education across New England. Five states—Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont—come together to promote equity and opportunity for all students. NESSC is coordinated by the Great Schools Partnership. The organization… Read More ›
The New Opportunity to Lead: A Vision for Education in Massachusetts in the Next 20 Years
This report, commissioned by the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education, is a call to revamp the education system in Massachusetts in order to lead the world in preparing students for the demands of the 21st century. The report calls for an approach that focuses less on compliance to state mandates to one that creates conditions… Read More ›
A Call to Action to Improve Math Placement Policies and Processes
This report, a call to action is based on a simple but important premise: The nation cannot allow college placement policies, processes, and instruments to undermine promising efforts to increase student success in mathematics and increase attainment of STEM credentials. Source Organization: Jobs for the Future Visit the Resource