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Modernizing Educator Preparation in Texas
Robust in-school clinical experiences and integrated coursework are key.
Valuing Teachers and Their Educational Impact
All students need effective teachers, and all aspiring teachers need equal opportunities to become effective.
Sustaining Gains at the Pre-K to Kindergarten Transition
Better alignment in policy and practice can ensure that the skill boosts from pre-K persist throughout the elementary years.
Promoting Students’ Well-Being during the Transition to High School
Academic success in ninth grade requires supports for healthy social and emotional development.
Prioritizing the Measures of K-12 Success That Matter Most
State leaders can drive real system improvements by rewarding K-12 schools for helping students succeed after high school.
FAFSA as a Pathway to Postsecondary Education
Learning from early adopters of universal FAFSA can help other states design and implement effective policies.
Supporting Students in the Middle Grades
Academic success, engagement, attendance, and postsecondary preparation hinge on smooth transitions at the center of K-12.
How Illinois Gets Students Ready for College and Careers
State leaders build coherent policies and frameworks to help communities guide students through their postsecondary paces.