Topic: Narrative and Storytelling

Story / Case Study / Commentary

Standardized Test Scores In California Fell During Year In Distance Learning

Children Now

An article highlighting the significant decline in standardized test scores among California students, especially those who underwent distance learning during the 2020-2021 academic year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Right Priorities? Reactions to Gov. Newsom’s K-12 Budget For 2022-23

Children Now

A collection of perspectives from observes, advocated, students, and legislators about California Governor Gavin Newsom's budget for 2022-23.

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Engaging Young People in Exploring Work Opportunities through Virtual Internships

Education Reimagined

A Q&A with Todd Smith, CEO of Symphony Workforce, about his journey to connect young people to meaningful work opportunities.

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Possible Futures: Toward a New Grammar of Schooling

Harvard University, Graduate School of Education

An article discussing the need for a new approach to schooling, emphasizing flexibility, relationship-building, and deep engagement with the broader world to address the challenges posed by the COVID pandemic, racism, economic inequality, and threats to democracy.

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Revival: Could Public Education Revive the Common Good?

Harvard University, Graduate School of Education

A blog post that explores the common good and the power of public education.

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Bringing Community Educators Into Classrooms

KP Catalysts, LLC

An opinion essay discussing the idea of infusing community educators into the teacher preparation pipeline intentionally to refocus the entire education system, creating a more integrated workforce that humanizes teaching and addresses oppressive inequities.

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Newsom’s education budget is opportunity for California’s workforce talent supply

Linked Learning Alliance

An op-ed arguing for post-secondary pathways that blend school and career.

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Partner With BIPOC Youth to Make School Better For Everyone

National Equity Project

An article sharing the journey of a teacher who grows from his own negative experiences as a student to build a teaching practice that is more equitable, celebratory, and student-driven.

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Spirit Work and the Science of Collaboration

Michael Fullan Enterprises Inc.

A book that speaks directly to school leaders' hearts and advocates for the development of two qualities to bring back hope for the future of education: "spirit work" and the science of collaboration.

Equity Messaging Guidance for Districts

National Equity Project

A web page intended to support school districts in communication and engagement related to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Includes tools, tips, and adaptable language to help district leaders be clear, transparent, and unapologetic in their commitment to creating equitable, just, and thriving schools for all of the young people in their district.

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Webinar / Video / Podcast

Reclaiming the Narrative for Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in Schools

National Equity Project

A webinar exploring how to effectively communicate about and take collective leadership for the schools and learning environments that young people are demanding and deserve, hosted by LaShawn Routé Chatmon, Kathleen Osta, and Stephen Chang .

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Less Schooling, More Learning: A Better Approach Is Hidden in Plain Sight

Harvard University, Graduate School of Education

A TED Talk from Jal Mehta, professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, presenting his unexpected findings after researching the best ways children learn.

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Why We Have Too Much of the Wrong Kind of Urgency and Too Little of the Right Kind in Education

Harvard University, Graduate School of Education

A blog post arguing that schools should be reimagined to address deeply rooted challenges, instead of placing urgency around learning loss.

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Rising HS Dropout Rates & Declining Community College Enrollment Are Twin COVID Crises

Linked Learning Alliance

An op-ed looking at the surge in high school dropout rates and a precipitous decline in community college enrollment occurring during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Policy Brief/Proposal

Toward More Effective and Equitable School Funding: Recommendations From Teach Plus California Policy Fellows

Teach Plus

A policy briefing with recommendations for effective implementation of the Local Control Funding Formula in California.

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Tool / Toolkit

Minimizing Misinformation About History and Social Studies: A Brief Guide for School Board Members

Learn from History

A guide to help school board members minimize distraction and disruption related to misinformation about history and social studies, and keep the focus on students and what they need.

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Minimizing Misinformation About History and Social Studies: A Brief Guide for School System Leaders

Learn from History

A guide to help school system leaders minimize distraction and disruption related to misinformation about history and social studies, and keep the focus on students and what they need.

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Webinar / Video / Podcast

LAEP Transform Education for Black Lives 2021: Student and Parent Voices

Los Angeles Education Partnership

A 5-minute video snapshot of some of things Black families and students want educators to know.

Clear Values, Compassionate Leadership, and a Can-Do Attitude

Harvard University, Graduate School of Education

A blog post sharing the stories of school districts that faced the complex challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a human-centered approach that allowed their response to be nimble and agile.

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Tool / Toolkit

Truth in Our Classrooms Bridges Divides: A Messaging Guide

Partnership for the Future of Learning

A messaging guide, including talking points, and well-research messaging frames, for bridging divides and discussing divisive topics in K-12 education.