Research/Report
Principal Learning Opportunities and School Outcomes Brief
Learning Policy Institute
A summary of the impact of professional development for principals.
Topic: Transforming Systems for Equity
Research/Report
Supporting Students Experiencing Homelessness: District Approaches to Supports and Funding
Learning Policy Institute
A study of five school districts working to serve students experiencing homelessness featuring findings and policy recommendations for improving how school systems serve these students.
Research/Report
Bright Spots: Schools & Organizations Cultivating Excellence in Los Angeles Black Youth
University of California, Los Angeles Center for Transformation of Schools
A report analyzing schools and organizations in Los Angeles County with a history of illuminating paths toward academic success for the Black students they serve.
Framework/Guide
Strategic Investments of One-Time Funds for Tribal Governments
WestEd
A brief with insights from tribal leaders who offer strategies for directing one-time federal funds to improve educational outcomes.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
California School News October 2022
California School Boards Association
A monthly newsletter covering all aspects of public school governance, with a feature story on advocacy wins in election reform and workforce housing.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
California School News September 2022
California School Boards Association
A monthly newsletter covering all aspects of public school governance, with a feature story on the CSBA's influence on state budget.
Tool / Toolkit
A Pragmatic Playbook for Impact: Direct, Widespread, and Systemic
New Profit
A practical resource for decision-makers to maximize their impact, further equity, and respond to the urgency of this moment amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
Something is Happening in Chula Vista
createCA
A case study of the Chula Vista Elementary School District's approach to integrating the arts into education.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
Transforming Learning Is a Journey. Here Are Some Essential Lessons So We Can Treat It Like One!
Harvard University, Graduate School of Education
A blog post with eight metaphors that offer essential lessons for transforming learning in schools and school districts.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
From Queen to Credits
KP Catalysts, LLC
A commentary on the challenges of giving credit for learning experiences that occur outside the traditional classroom setting and calls for a shift in the credentialing system to acknowledge the diverse and valuable learning opportunities provided by out-of-school time programs.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
Opportunity Requires 3 Actions
KP Catalysts, LLC
An article discussing the need for a large-scale reimagining of publicly funded learning opportunities to address equity issues in education and calls for greater collaboration between schools, community-based organizations, and families to create meaningful learning experiences for all students.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
Some Assembly Required
KP Catalysts, LLC
A roundup discussing challenges of inequitable access to learning opportunities, especially for affluent parents who spend money on supplemental education, introducing the "Assembly" as an initiative to address this issue and develop a more flexible learning ecosystem.
Research/Report
California’s Students in Foster Care – Brief
Learning Policy Institute
The brief for a report examining school conditions and education outcomes for students experiencing foster care.
Research/Report
Principal Learning Opportunities and School Outcomes
Learning Policy Institute
A report examining the impact of professional development for principals on teacher retention, student achievement, and other issues.
Policy Brief/Proposal
Equality or Equity
San Francisco State University
A book urging us to shift our understanding of the role of our education system from providing equal opportunity to building an equitable society.
Research/Report
Youth Participatory Action Research: Positive Youth Development with the Power to Ignite Change
Stanford University Graduate School of Education, John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities
Reflections on the implementation of a research fellowship for youth in three California communities.
Research/Report
Black Student Success: Improving Educational Outcomes For Black Kids Through Increasing the Number Of Black Teachers
Children Now
A report summarizing the data and describing an opportunity to innovate teacher education programs in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and rethink how they prepare and sustain candidates of color, particularly Black teachers.
Policy Brief/Proposal
Meeting this Moment for Young People
Linked Learning Alliance
A briefing for state and local policymakers on appropriate uses of new state funding for college and career readiness.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
California School News August 2022
California School Boards Association
A monthly newsletter covering all aspects of public school governance, with a feature story on the impact of CSBA's legal services.
Story / Case Study / Commentary
Supporting optimal student outcomes
California School Boards Association
An interview with a panel of California school board members discussing challenges and opportunities for keeping students engaged in a post-COVID learning environment.