Research/Report
Education Equity in Crisis: #Data4ThePeople but How?
Education Trust, Inc.
A report highlighting the impact of school and college closures during the COVID-19 pandemic on data in California.
Topic: Assessment and Accountability
Policy Brief/Proposal
Education Equity in Crisis: Grading Policies Rooted in Equity
Education Trust, Inc.
An "Equity Alert" considering the varied grading policies that were enacted across the state in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and recommending equity actions to state policymakers, K-12 education leaders, and college and university leaders.
Policy Brief/Proposal
Education Equity in Crisis: How to Address Learning, Promotions, Transitions and Grades in Light of School and College Closures
Education Trust, Inc.
An "Equity Alert" calling attention to several key issues that school and college leaders were encountering as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as recommendations to help leaders move forward with an equity lens.
Policy Brief/Proposal
The Equity 8 – California’s Key Legislative Principles: 2020
Education Trust, Inc.
Ed Trust-West's annual analysis of the California budget and proposed legislation for 2020, identifying 8 key proposals with the potential to advance educational equity and justice for California’s students and educators; special COVID-19 edition focused on addressing the needs of students of colors and students from lower income communities in the wake of the pandemic.
Research/Report
Contra Costa Demonstration Site: Progress Update
National Center for Youth Law
A progress report of the National Center for Youth Law's learning, collaboration and achievements associated with their Contra Costa County demonstrate site focused on improving educational outcomes for students in foster care.
Research/Report
FosterEd, Antelope Valley Progress Report Year Two
National Center for Youth Law
An analysis of the educational data from the 2019-2020 school year of the Center for Youth Law's work in Los Angeles County in partnership with Palmdale School District to support the individual needs of children in foster care and systems change at a district level.
Research/Report
JusticeEd: Year Two Progress Update
National Center for Youth Law
An analysis of the educational data from the second year of the Center for Youth Law's community-based work in Santa Clara County to support system-impacted young people.
Framework/Guide
When People are the Content: A Systems Approach to Supporting Principals as Instructional Leaders
University of Washington College of Education, Center for Educational Leadership
A report and toolkit that school system leaders can use to create conditions for principals to be instructional leaders.
Policy Brief/Proposal
Leveraging Data for a Culture of Improvement
American Institutes for Research
A policy and practice brief sharing insights and examples of school districts implementing continuous improvement.
Policy Brief/Proposal
One System for All
American Institutes for Research
A policy and practice brief on one school's approach to Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) using an inclusive core instructional program based on the principles of Universal Design for Learning.
Webinar / Video / Podcast
Bringing Linked Learning to Life Through Integrated Project Design
Linked Learning Alliance
A video webinar highlighting successful strategies for using Integrated Project Design methodology to make learning relevant for young people.
Webinar / Video / Podcast
Dual Enrollment: Voices from the Field
Linked Learning Alliance
A video webinar highlighting successful post secondary partnerships in delivering effective dual enrollment opportunities and discuss challenges and emerging strategies in the field as higher education pivots to virtual learning
Story / Case Study / Commentary
Legislature must prioritize funding for highest-need students
Teach Plus
An op-ed advocating for Assembly Bill 1835, intended to close a loophole and ensure LCFF funds are distributed to disadvantage students.
Webinar / Video / Podcast
Creating Career and Technical Education Pathways That Support Equitable Opportunities for Students
All4Ed
A webinar exploring ways to prepare students with technical, academic, and employability skills for success in the workplace and in postsecondary education.
Tool / Toolkit
Affirmative Action: Frequently Asked Questions
Education Trust, Inc.
A blog post with answers to frequently asked questions about affirmative action in California.
Webinar / Video / Podcast
Master Scheduling: Planning for Student Cohorts
Linked Learning Alliance
A 1-hour video seminar exploring common master scheduling challenges districts face and work through these scenarios in real time
Story / Case Study / Commentary
We must help high school juniors and seniors stay on the college path
Linked Learning Alliance
An op-ed commentary on challenges and opportunities facing high school students graduating during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Framework/Guide
Strategic Resource Allocation for the 21st Century
WestEd
A framework for state leaders to address the silent recession in California school districts.
Policy Brief/Proposal
Grading Policy in the Time of COVID-19
American Institutes for Research
A policy and practice brief advising school districts on adjusting grading policies in response to the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Webinar / Video / Podcast
Delivering Linked Learning Virtually (Part 1)
Linked Learning Alliance
A video discussion about practices, challenges, and solutions for delivering virtual instruction in a manner aligned to Linked Learning principles.