Student Success

How wide is ‘rigor gap’ in Florida math and ELA?

Analysis identifies substantial “rigor gap” between grades Florida high school students earn and their mastery of math and English Language Arts content.

5 strategies to address student school refusal

When anxiety is causing a refusal to attend school, educators and support staff can take several actions to help, including teaching coping strategies and promoting social modeling.

The power of a promise and student support, 32 years later

A study from the National Urban League and Merrill Lynch looking back at a cohort of urban children in the 1980s shows how impactful encouragement can be.

4 COVID-era education lessons from The Bronx

Even with the prospect of widespread COVID vaccination next year, the pandemic's impact on education will persist, most noticeably for underprivileged students in neighborhoods.

Georgia district creating ’emergency action plan’ for staffing

Henry County Schools is putting into action a plan that will prevent gaps in teacher positions and other key roles during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID learning loss not as deep as feared, analysis finds

But a significant number of students—generally from low-income and other vulnerable groups—did not participate in testing because of connectivity problems or other issues.

4 steps one district has taken to counter learning loss

As the scope of COVID learning loss becomes clearer, educators are quickly implementing strategies to prevent students from falling behind in math and reading.

Independent study vs. distance learning for students with disabilities

School teams should respond with FAPE in mind when a parent of a student with a disability requests independent study from home.

5 key tips from a distance learning coach

A people-centered approach improves learning outcomes. Here are five important recommendations from an expert.

Teaching in a crisis: Finding solutions during a pandemic

Six teachers discuss how they are creatively managing different types of instruction, and how policymakers and stakeholders can help.

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