The Critical Connection Between Student Health and Academic Achievement: How Schools and Policymakers Can Achieve a Positive Impact California Education Supports Project Published: November 2009 Outlines the importance of health to students' ability to learn and the costs of poor health to students and schools. Recommends cross-sector collaboration, data collection, and state funding and policy actions to improve school and social environments. Funder(s): California Endowment, James Irvine Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Related Organization(s): Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies at UCSF, WestEd Subject(s): Health; Elementary and Secondary Education; Public Affairs Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(22 pages; 2.18MB; PDF)
Making the Numbers Add Up: A Guide for Using Data in College Access and Success Programs Lumina Foundation for Education Published: October 2009 Offers guidance on how programs to help prepare underrepresented students for college can build partnerships and improve outcomes through data collection. Outlines strategies at the student, program, and system levels, with examples, questions, and tips. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Related Organization(s): Academy for Educational Development, OMG Center for Collaborative Learning Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(40 pages; 3.01MB; PDF)
Strengthening Community Colleges' Influence on Economic Mobility Pew Charitable Trusts Furchtgott-Roth, Diana; Louis Jacobson; Christine G. Mokher Published: October 2009 Examines the role of community colleges in enhancing upward mobility. Compares family incomes of community college and four-year college students and incomes by degree attained. Recommends ways to help more students obtain degrees in high-earning fields. Funder(s): Pew Charitable Trusts Related Organization(s): American Enterprise Institute, Brookings Institution, Economic Mobility Project, Heritage Foundation, Urban Institute Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(43 pages; 1.0MB; PDF)
Strengthening Correctional Education for Adults Working Poor Families Project Published: October 2009 Outlines trends in education programming in state prisons, including types of courses, participation rates, and capacity; funding; and policy options for improving quality such as more targeted vocational training and partnering with community colleges. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Education; Public Affairs; Civil and Human Rights, Prison/Judicial Reform Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(11 pages; 155KB; PDF)
Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for OpenCourseWare Center for Social Media Published: October 2009 Provides a code of best practices to help those preparing OpenCourseWare — course materials in digital form available for free online — to interpret and apply fair use under U.S. copyright law. Outlines situations, principles, and limitations. Funder(s): Ford Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Science/Technology; Science/Technology, Intellectual Property; Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(22 pages; 1.13MB; PDF)
Latinos and Education: Explaining the Attainment Gap Pew Hispanic Center Hugo Lopez, Mark Published: October 2009 Presents survey findings on the value Latinos/Hispanics place on a college education, their own aspirations and enrollment patterns, and the barriers that prevent them from pursuing a degree. Compares data by race/ethnicity, gender, and nativity. Funder(s): Pew Charitable Trusts Related Organization(s): Pew Research Center Subject(s): Higher Education; Social Science; Minorities, Hispanics/Latinos Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(35 pages; 1.15MB; PDF)
How State and Federal Accountability Policies Have Influenced Curriculum and Instruction in Three States: Common Findings From Rhode Island, Illinois, and Washington Center on Education Policy Published: October 2009 Outlines findings and recommendations from case studies on the impact of state and federal policies on curricula and instruction. Examines alignment of curricula to standards, test preparation methods, narrowing of curricula, and effective use of data. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Spencer Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(7 pages; 966KB; PDF)
The Benefits to Taxpayers From Increases in Students' Educational Attainment RAND Corporation Carroll, Stephen J.; Emre Erkut Published: October 2009 Estimates the impact of higher educational attainment on tax revenues, program expenditures and revenues for social support and insurance programs, and spending on prisons and jails; the costs of raising education levels; and the net social benefits. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Education; Higher Education; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(143 pages; 962KB; PDF)
Research Findings to Support Effective Educational Policymaking: Evidence & Action Steps for State, District & Local Policymakers Wallace Foundation Published: September 2009 Synthesizes Wallace's research findings on educational leadership, out-of-school time learning, and arts education. Presents evidence-based policies and practices critical to the success of educational reforms at the local, district, and state levels. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education, Leadership Development Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(11 pages; 611KB; PDF)
Improving Schools Through Youth Leadership and Community Action Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University Mediratta, Kavitha; Sara McAlister; Seema Shah Published: September 2009 Presents a case study of community organizing for school reform by Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition and Sistas and Brothas United: how their campaigns shaped leadership development, district policy, school capacity, and student outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(46 pages; 1.38MB; PDF)
Keeping Parents and Student Voices at the Forefront of Reform Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University Mediratta, Kavitha; Sara McAlister; Seema Shah Published: September 2009 Presents a case study of community organizing for school reform by Eastern Pennsylvania Organizing Project and Youth United for Change: how developing leadership, relationships, and research shaped district policy, school capacity, and student outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(48 pages; 4.31MB; PDF)
Making Progress Through California Multiple Pathways: Findings From the ConnectEd Network of Schools Evaluation 2007-2008 James Irvine Foundation Published: September 2009 Summarizes an evaluation of student outcomes at schools using the multiple pathways approach of combining academic learning with technical skills to prepare students for college and careers. Looks at graduation rates, test scores, and student engagement. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Related Organization(s): MPR Associates Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(16 pages; 2.20MB; PDF)
Arts for All: The Vanguard Districts: Case Studies From the First Five Years Arts for All Waldorf, Lynn Published: September 2009 Analyzes the implementation of the Los Angeles County Regional Blueprint for Arts Education in eleven school districts. Assesses strategic plans to provide sequential, standards-based arts education, initial impact on student access, and lessons learned. Funder(s): Angell Foundation, Ann and Gordon Getty Foundation, Boeing, Dana Foundation, Herb Alpert Foundation, Los Angeles County Arts Commission, National Endowment for the Arts, Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Target Corporation, Wallace Foundation, Warner Bros. Entertainment Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Arts and Culture, Arts Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(146 pages; 2.41MB; PDF)
Leadership California: Solutions From the Innovation Economy: Projections 2010 Silicon Valley Leadership Group Published: September 2009 Presents demographic projections and outlines the state's recent accomplishments, challenges for the leadership, and best practices in the areas of the environment, energy, education, transportation, housing, health care, and taxation. Funder(s): Santa Clara University, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Wells Fargo Related Organization(s): AT&T, Bank of America, Cisco Systems, Inc., Kaiser Permanente, KQED, Marvell, Mercury News, SunPower, Symantec, Synopsys, Webcor Subject(s): Public Affairs; Environment; Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(40 pages; 5.26MB; PDF)
Full-Day Kindergarten in California: Lessons From Los Angeles Public Policy Institute of California Cannon, Jill S.; Alison Jacknowitz; Shannon McConville; Gary Painter Published: September 2009 Analyzes the impact of full-day kindergarten on academic, grade retention, and English fluency outcomes through second grade by school and student characteristics, with a focus on the economically disadvantaged and English learners. Outlines implications. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(33 pages; 288KB; PDF) Technical Appendix
Time to Act: An Agenda for Advancing Adolescent Literacy for College and Career Success Carnegie Corporation of New York Published: September 2009 Presents a vision for literacy instruction from fourth through twelfth grade; examines the challenges; outlines the elements of success, including professional development and use of data; and lays out a national agenda for change based on case studies. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(108 pages; 2.78MB; PDF)
Reading in the Disciplines: The Challenges of Adolescent Literacy Carnegie Corporation of New York Lee, Carol D.; Anika Spratley Published: September 2009 A companion report to Carnegie's Time to Act, focuses on the specific skills and literacy support needed for reading in academic subject areas in higher grades. Outlines strategies for teaching content knowledge and reading strategies together. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(34 pages; 792KB; PDF) Time to Act
Adolescent Literacy Development in Out-of-School Time: A Practitioner's Guidebook Carnegie Corporation of New York Moje, Elizabeth Birr; Nicole Tysvaer Published: September 2009 A companion report to Carnegie's Time to Act, describes types of literacy support offered in afterschool, weekend, and summer programs. Outlines promising programs and practices, elements of success, and strategies for planning and implementation. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(72 pages; 1.15MB; PDF) Time to Act
Adolescent Literacy and Textbooks: An Annotated Bibliography Carnegie Corporation of New York Kamil, Michael Published: September 2009 A companion report to Carnegie's Time to Act, provides an annotated bibliography of research on textbook design and reading comprehension for fourth through twelfth grade, arranged by topic. Calls for a dialogue between publishers and researchers. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Literature Review PubHub Link(26 pages; 566KB; PDF) Time to Act
Measure for Measure: A Critical Consumers' Guide to Reading Comprehension Assessments for Adolescents Carnegie Corporation of New York Morsy, Leila; Michael Kieffer; Catherine Snow Published: September 2009 A companion report to Carnegie's Time to Act, analyzes and rates commonly used reading comprehension tests for various elements and purposes. Outlines trends in types of questions, stress on critical thinking, and screening or diagnostic functions. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(50 pages; 757KB; PDF) Time to Act
Adolescent Literacy Programs: Costs of Implementation Carnegie Corporation of New York Levin, Henry M.; Doran Catlin; Alex Elson Published: September 2009 Reviews the literature on implementation of educational reforms and compares implementation processes and costs at schools that have adopted one of three literacy reforms. Includes recommendations for detailed resource planning and cost accounting. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(33 pages; 704KB; PDF) Time to Act
Building a Campaign for Reading Reform in Miami Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University Mediratta, Kavitha; Sara McAlister; Seema Shah Published: September 2009 Presents a case study of community organizing for school reform by Miami's People Acting for Community Together: how its campaign for a new literacy program shaped leadership development, district-level policy, school-level capacity, and student outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(60 pages; 1.02MB; PDF)
The Role and Relevance of Rankings in Higher Education Policymaking Institute for Higher Education Policy Published: September 2009 Explores the rise of college rankings, similarities and differences from postsecondary assessment efforts, and factors behind their limited relevance to policy such as their effect on institutional behaviors. Recommends ways to enhance policy relevance. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Public Affairs; Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(28 pages; 173KB; PDF)
Education Matters for Health Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Published: September 2009 Outlines how education levels influence health-related knowledge and behaviors, employment and income, and social and psychological factors, and, in turn, health outcomes. Examines how parents' education affects children's health and educational outlook. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Education; Health; Children and Youth Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(15 pages; 287KB; PDF)
Integration Defended: Berkeley Unified's Strategy to Maintain School Diversity Chief Justice Earl Warren Institute on Race, Ethnicity & Diversity; Civil Rights Project Chavez, Lisa; Erica Frankenberg Published: September 2009 Describes a desegregation plan that weighs not the student's race but the racial makeup of neighborhoods and other measures of diversity in granting school preference. Examines its legal, policy, and demographic context and lessons for other districts. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Related Organization(s): Civil Rights Project Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Minorities Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(36 pages; 867KB; PDF)
Performance Management in Portfolio School Districts Center on Reinventing Public Education Lake, Robin J.; Paul T. Hill Published: August 2009 Explores the challenges of performance-based oversight of portfolio districts — districts trying to provide diverse types of schools with common standards and accountability — and the capacities needed. Includes profiles and best practices. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, Inc. Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(56 pages; 1.31MB; PDF)
Race to the Top: Colorado May Be Used to High Altitudes But Can It Compete in Race to the Top? National Council on Teacher Quality Walsh, Kate; Sandi Jacobs Published: August 2009 Outlines expected requirements for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act's funding to the states for education reform. Offers strategies for improving teacher quality in Colorado, as well as data infrastructure, low-performing schools, and standards. Funder(s): Colorado Children's Campaign, Donnell-Kay Foundation, Piton Foundation, Public Education & Business Coalition Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(52 pages; 993KB; PDF)
Exploring Options: Communicating Education Metrics FSG Social Impact Advisors Preskill, Hallie; Rebecca Graves; Jason Lee Published: August 2009 Describes tools for presenting metrics for educational issues as part of child outcome data: fast facts, fact sheet, profile, story, issue brief, map, diagram of forces, and dashboards. Outlines each tool's purpose, audience, and format, with examples. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Subject(s): Education; Children and Youth; Social Science Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(52 pages; 4.81MB; PDF)
Military Service Members and Veterans in Higher Education: What the New GI Bill May Mean for Postsecondary Institutions American Council on Education Published: August 2009 Provides an overview of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, its potential effect on college enrollment among current and former military personnel, the characteristics of military undergraduates, and the issues they face. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Social Science, Military Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(44 pages; 1.19MB; PDF)
Going Small: Progress and Challenges of Philadelphia's Small High Schools Research for Action Hartmann, Tracey; Shani Adia Evans; Clarisse Haxton; Holly Maluk; Ruth Curran Neild; Rebecca Reumann-Moore Published: August 2009 Examines the start-up and implementation of Philadelphia's small neighborhood high school creation in 2003-08. Discusses student demographics, engagement and achievement, school climate, educators' visions, the role of partners, and remaining challenges. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(95 pages; 313KB; PDF)
North Carolina's ABCD Program: Using Community Care Networks to Improve the Delivery of Childhood Developmental Screening and Referral to Early Intervention Services Commonwealth Fund Klein, Sarah; Douglas McCarthy Published: August 2009 Profiles community care networks' approaches to implementing the Assuring Better Child Health and Development (ABCD) program. Examines activities to increase screening for and interventions in developmental disabilities and delays, impact, and insights. Funder(s): Commonwealth Fund Subject(s): Children and Youth; Elementary and Secondary Education; Health Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(28 pages; 1.69MB; PDF)
The New York City Aspiring Principals Program: A School-Level Evaluation Institute for Education and Social Policy at New York University Corcoran, Sean P.; Amy Ellen Schwartz; Meryle Weinstein Published: August 2009 Provides a systematic comparison of student outcomes in schools led by graduates of the New York City Leadership Academy's Aspiring Principals Program after three years with those in comparable schools led by other principals. Funder(s): Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation Subject(s): Education; Education, Leadership Development; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(68 pages; 1.37MB; PDF)
2009 Annual Report James S. Kemper Foundation Published: August 2009 Contains mission statement, letter from the president, program information, grant guidelines, profiles and lists of Kemper Scholars, grants list, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): James S. Kemper Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(33 pages; 538KB; PDF)
Understanding Reading First: What We Know, What We Don't, and What's Next MDRC Herlihy, Corinne; Gordon Berlin; Howard Bloom; James Kemple; Pei Zhu Published: August 2009 Provides an overview of "Reading First," a program of the No Child Left Behind Act, reviews the findings on its effectiveness, and considers possible factors. Discusses implications for federal and state policy and future research and practice. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(8 pages; 173KB; PDF)
Special Education Financing in California: A Decade After Reform Public Policy Institute of California Lipscomb, Stephen Published: August 2009 Examines special education funding sources and processes at federal, state, and local levels in 2006-07 and the impact of a 1997 reform bill. Recommends equalizing funding rates across districts, with adjustments for poverty and labor market conditions. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, Special Education; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(35 pages; 331KB; PDF) Technical Appendix
Innovating Toward Excellence: Education Entrepreneurs and the Transformation of Public Education NewSchools Venture Fund Published: August 2009 Summarizes discussions among education entrepreneurs, funders, policy makers, and experts at a May 2009 summit on innovations in ideas, processes, and products for reform. Includes a case study review of a successful turnaround of a failing school. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, California Community Foundation, Doris and Donald Fisher Fund Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(32 pages; 1.23MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report James Irvine Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, president's message, program information, grants list, financial summary, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(59 pages; 837KB; PDF)
Drivers of Choice: Parents, Transportation, and School Choice Center on Reinventing Public Education Teske, Paul; Jody Fitzpatrick; Tracey O'Brien Published: July 2009 Based on surveys of two districts, explores the extent to which distance, transportation time, and mode prevent low- and moderate-income families from choosing private, charter, or non-neighborhood schools. Calls for decentralized transportation policies. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, Inc. Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(44 pages; 935KB; PDF)
KIDS COUNT Indicator Brief: Reducing the High School Dropout Rate Annie E. Casey Foundation Shore, Rima; Barbara Shore Published: July 2009 Outlines the economic costs of dropping out of high school and proposes dropout prevention strategies, such as taking a long-term approach starting with school readiness, enhancing schools' holding power, and addressing outside factors and at-risk groups. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(16 pages; 88KB; PDF)
Rethinking the Teacher Pipeline for an Urban Public School System Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University Mediratta, Kavitha; Sara McAlister; Seema Shah Published: July 2009 Presents a case study of community organizing for school reform by Chicago ACORN: how its coalition of community groups, training programs, teacher unions, and others shaped leadership development, district policy, school capacity, and student outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(38 pages; 2.17MB; PDF)
Securing a College Prep Curriculum for All Students Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University Shah, Seema; Sara McAlister; Kavitha Mediratta Published: July 2009 Presents a case study of community organizing for school reform by Los Angeles' Community Coalition: how its intergenerational campaign for college preparatory classes shaped leadership development, district policy, school capacity, and student outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(42 pages; 1.09MB; PDF)
Vibrant Neighborhoods, Successful Schools: What the Federal Government Can Do to Foster Both Urban Institute Turner, Margery Austin; Alan Berube Published: July 2009 Recommends coordinating housing and education policies to create mixed-income neighborhoods with good schools and quality educators, to lower student turnover, and to improve health, nutrition, and school readiness. Presents examples of local initiatives. Funder(s): George Gund Foundation, Heinz Endowments, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Metropolitan Leadership Council Subject(s): Community Improvement/Development; Elementary and Secondary Education; Community Improvement/Development, Affordable Housing Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 160KB; PDF)
2009 KIDS COUNT Data Book Annie E. Casey Foundation Published: July 2009 Provides an annual state-by-state update on ten indicators of children's health, education, and economic security; trends since 2000; and variations by race/ethnicity. Includes an essay on the progress in and challenges of measuring children's well-being. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Health; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(148 pages; 11.75MB; PDF)
KIDS COUNT Indicator Brief: Increasing the Percentage of Children Living in Two-Parent Families Annie E. Casey Foundation Shore, Rima; Barbara Shore Published: July 2009 Examines trends, by race/ethnicity, in the percentage of children with the economic and other benefits of two-parent families. Offers strategies to raise the percentage, such as basing policies on research linking economic security and family stability. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Health; Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(13 pages; 51KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Colorado Trust Published: 2009 Contains message from the board chair and the president, program information, grantees list, grantee profiles, grant guidelines, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Colorado Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(48 pages; 18.98MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report: Going for the Goal Lumina Foundation for Education Published: 2009 Contains board chair's message, president's message, financial highlights, summary of a new strategic plan, grant guidelines, grants list, and lists of current and 2008 board members and senior staff. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Higher Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 2.30MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(28 pages; 2.30MB; PDF)
Online Resources for Identifying Evidence-Based, Out-of-School Time Programs: A User's Guide Child Trends Terzian, Mary; Kristin Anderson Moore; Hoan Nguyen; Lisa Williams-Taylor Published: July 2009 Summarizes general information, select program outcomes, and evidence levels of searchable databases, interactive summaries, and documents online on evidence-based intervention programs. Outlines considerations and assessments for selecting programs. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, After-School Programs; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(11 pages; 249KB; PDF)
Lumina Foundation's Strategic Plan: Goal 2025 Lumina Foundation for Education Published: July 2009 Outlines critical outcomes and strategies for raising the percentage of Americans with high-quality postsecondary degrees and credentials to 60 percent by 2025. Describes Lumina's role as a catalyst for effective practice, public policy, and public will. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(16 pages; 2.20MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(16 pages; 2.20MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Seattle Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, lists of donors and contributors, grantees, and fiscal sponsorships; program information; financial highlights; and lists of board members, staff, and committee members. Funder(s): Seattle Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(36 pages; 554KB; PDF)
School Accountability and Administrator Incentives in California Public Policy Institute of California Larsen, S. Eric Published: July 2009 Examines the impact of the No Child Left Behind Act's incentives for principals, superintendents, and school boards on accountability. Calls for transparency on the effectiveness of schools, districts, and interventions in improving student achievement. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(34 pages; 324KB; PDF)
The Anatomy of an Entrepreneur: Family Background and Motivation Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Wadhwa, Vivek; Raj Aggarwal; Krisztina "Z" Holly; Alex Salkever Published: July 2009 Examines the socioeconomic, educational, familial, and professional backgrounds of entrepreneurs in high-growth industries, their motivations for becoming entrepreneurs, and their beliefs. Explores the correlations between factors. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Subject(s): Social Science; Education; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 1.03MB; PDF)
The District Leadership Challenge: Empowering Principals to Improve Teaching and Learning Southern Regional Education Board Bottoms, Gene; Betty Fry Published: July 2009 Outlines strategies for district leaders to create a supportive environment and a collaborative working relationship with high school principals that encourage innovation and enable principals to lead effective school reform efforts. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education, Leadership Development Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(80 pages; 3.64MB; PDF)
The Qualities of Quality: Understanding Excellence in Arts Education Harvard Graduate School of Education Seidel, Steve; Lois Hetland; Patricia Palmer; Shari Tishman; Ellen Winner Published: June 2009 Based on interviews, site visits, and a literature review, examines how excellence in arts education is defined, how it is measured, and how decisions at all levels affect program quality. Offers tools to help decision makers reflect on and align goals. Funder(s): Arts Education Partnership, Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Arts and Culture, Arts Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(136 pages; 504KB; PDF)
The Strong Field Framework: A Guide and Toolkit for Funders and Nonprofits Committed to Large-Scale Impact James Irvine Foundation Published: June 2009 Offers a framework for field building — assessing a field's strengths and weaknesses and creating a critical mass of organizations and individuals with aligned goals. Includes a case study of the field of multiple pathways to high school graduation. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Related Organization(s): Bridgespan Group Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(16 pages; 411KB; PDF)
Financing Higher Education: A Myriad of Problems, A Myriad of Solutions Institute for Higher Education Policy Published: June 2009 Outlines the state of higher education financing in the United States, Mongolia, South Africa, and Ukraine; examines current policies and political and economic contexts; and recommends funding strategies to ensure high-quality education and equity. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 210KB; PDF)
Evaluation of the Beacon Community Centers Middle School Initiative: Report on the First Year Policy Studies Associates, Inc. LaFleur, Jennifer; Elizabeth R. Reisner; Christina A. Russell; Troy A. Scott Published: June 2009 Evaluates the first year of an initiative to provide structured after-school and summer programs for fifth- through eighth-graders. Examines the centers' adaptation to the new focus, enrollment and participation levels, and implementation of core goals. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, After-School Programs; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(33 pages; 437KB; PDF)
Global Policy Fellows Program: Lessons Learned Institute for Higher Education Policy Cunningham, Alisa F. Published: June 2009 Describes IHEP's program to create a global network of higher education policy analysts and researchers to address issues of access for underserved populations. Presents thematic findings from six countries and recommendations for effective collaboration. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Public Affairs Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(30 pages; 1.52MB; PDF)
Assessing California's Multiple Pathways Field: Preparing Youth for Success in College and Career James Irvine Foundation Howard, Don; Patrick Wu Published: June 2009 Assesses the state of the multiple pathways model of combining academics with career education and the field's shared identity, standards of practice, knowledge base, leadership and grassroots support, policy support, and funding. Makes recommendations. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Related Organization(s): Bridgespan Group Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(58 pages; 2.12MB; PDF)
State Strategies for Turning Around Low-Performing Schools and Districts National Association of State Boards of Education Haynes, Mariana Published: June 2009 Based on discussions at a March 2009 symposium, offers policy guidance on turnaround strategies that address underlying causes of low performance, provide resources for transformative change, improve mutual accountability, and support collaboration. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(12 pages; 298KB; PDF)
Cultural Responsiveness, Racial Identity and Academic Success: A Review of Literature Heinz Endowments Hanley, Mary Stone; George W. Noblit Published: June 2009 Reviews the literature on culturally responsive pedagogy — using the students' cultures and ethnic identity in promoting resilience and academic success, with a focus on African Americans. Defines concepts and makes recommendations for grantmaking. Funder(s): Heinz Endowments Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Minorities; Minorities, African Americans/Blacks Publication Type: Literature Review PubHub Link(91 pages; 823KB; PDF)
Trends in Child Health 1997-2006: Assessing Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Diagnoses of ADHD/ADD and of Learning Disability Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies Leigh, Wilhelmina A.; Anna L. Wheatley Published: June 2009 Analyzes rates of diagnoses of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder/attention deficit disorder and learning disability among African-American, Hispanic/Latino, and white children and the role of sociodemographic factors in racial/ethnic disparities. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Higher Education; Minorities Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 1.2MB; PDF)
Meaningful Measurement: The Role of Assessments in Improving High School Education in the Twenty-First Century Alliance for Excellent Education Pinkus, L. M., Ed. Published: June 2009 Compiles analyses and policy recommendations on developing common standards and assessments, supporting timely use of data to inform decisions and to improve teaching and learning, and investing in research to prepare students for the global economy. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(208 pages; 1.07MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Nordson Corporation Foundation Published: June 2009 Contains mission statement, foundation information, grants list, grant guidelines, list of employees volunteers, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Nordson Corporation Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(10 pages; 409KB; PDF) FOLIO Link(10 pages; 409KB; PDF)
Local School Wellness Policies: How Are Schools Implementing the Congressional Mandate? Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Belansky, Elaine; Jamie F. Chriqui; Marlene B. Schwartz Published: June 2009 Summarizes research on school policies to reduce childhood obesity, with a focus on their quality, evaluation, and funding; nutritional standards and nutrition education requirements; and physical education requirements. Identifies remaining challenges. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Health; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(7 pages; 176KB; PDF)
Effective and Promising Summer Learning Programs and Approaches for Economically-Disadvantaged Children and Youth Wallace Foundation; Child Trends Terzian, Mary; Kathleen Hamilton; Kristin Anderson Moore Published: June 2009 Reviews research on summer learning program outcomes for low-income children and identifies the characteristics of effective programs such as experienced teachers, small groups, and fun activities. Finds reading and math achievement gains are possible. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Related Organization(s): Child Trends Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, After-School Programs; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(45 pages; 366KB; PDF)
The Opportunity Equation: Transforming Mathematics and Science Education for Citizenship and the Global Economy Carnegie Corporation of New York - IAS Commission on Mathematics and Science Education Published: June 2009 Discusses recommendations for and promising examples of fundamental reforms to raise math and science levels and increase opportunity, such as clearer, higher standards; better management of teaching talent; and more effective school and system designs. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Science/Technology Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(76 pages; 5.46MB; PDF)
On the Front Lines of Schools: The Perspectives of Principals on the High School Dropout Problem Civic Enterprises Bridgeland, John; Robert Balfanz; John DiIulio Published: June 2009 Explores teachers' and administrators' views on the causes of dropouts and support for reforms such as higher academic expectations, alternative learning environments, smaller classes, early detection, and better parental outreach. Makes recommendations. Funder(s): America's Promise Alliance, AT&T Foundation Related Organization(s): Peter D. Hart Research Associates Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(60 pages; 4.79MB; PDF)
Educating California: Choices for the Future Public Policy Institute of California Johnson, Hans Published: June 2009 Outlines the need to improve the K-12 and higher education systems to close the projected skills gap in the labor force. Recommends reducing high school dropout rates and increasing community college transfer rates and graduation rates at state colleges. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; Higher Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(24 pages; 441KB; PDF)
The Principal Story Field Guide: A Companion to the PBS Documentary for Promoting Leadership for Learning Wallace Foundation Elliott, Vivian Published: June 2009 Provides resources for facilitating discussions of a documentary on two elementary school principals' efforts to improve student achievement and implement reform. Includes sample agendas for viewing the full clip reel, individual clips, or the full film. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Education; Education, Leadership Development Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(60 pages; 1.42MB; PDF) Documentary Film Project
Teen Voice 2009: The Untapped Strengths of 15-Year-Olds Best Buy Children's Foundation; Search Institute Scales, Peter C.; Peter L. Benson; Eugene C. Roehlkepartain Published: June 2009 Based on a survey, explores how interests that give teenagers purpose, engagement with civic and social issues, and relationships and opportunities that encourage and guide them can shape their choices and potential. Recommends actions to support teens. Funder(s): Best Buy Children's Foundation Related Organization(s): Harris Interactive, Search Institute Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Youth/Adolescents; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(25 pages; 1.51MB; PDF)
2008 Financial Statements Henry Luce Foundation Published: 2009 Contains 2008 financial statements. Funder(s): Henry Luce Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(18 pages; 745KB; PDF)
Strong Leaders Strong Schools: 2008 State Laws National Conference of State Legislatures Shelton, Sara Vitaska Published: June 2009 Provides an overview of state laws enacted to support school leader initiatives in 2008, addressing issues including the roles, responsibilities, and authority of principals; professional development; assessing effectiveness; and governance structures. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Education, Leadership Development; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(20 pages; 5.45MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Published: 2009 Contains CEO's message; highlights of the foundation's global development, global health, and United States programs; financial statements; and grants summary. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(23 pages; 3.82MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report New York Community Trust Published: 2009 Contains message from the board chair and president, a feature on managing in difficult times, program information, grants list and guidelines, funds list and guidelines, donor profiles, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): New York Community Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(64 pages; 1.89MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(64 pages; 1.89MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Bush Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's message, board chair's message, goals for the next decade, grants summary, lists of Bush Fellows, investment commentary, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Bush Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(13 pages; 2.95MB; PDF)
The Widget Effect: Our National Failure to Acknowledge and Act on Differences in Teacher Effectiveness New Teacher Project Weisberg, Daniel; David Keeling; Jennifer Mulhern; Susan Sexton Published: June 2009 Examines flaws in evaluations of teacher effectiveness that lead districts to allow poor performance to go unaddressed. Recommends a comprehensive system, to be used accountably and integrated with human capital policies, and efficient dismissal policies. Funder(s): Arnold Family Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Carnegie Corporation of New York, Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation, Joyce Foundation, Robertson Foundation, Walton Family Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(46 pages; 5.57MB; PDF)
Charting a Path: An Exploration of the Statewide Career Pathway Efforts in Arkansas, Kentucky, Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin Seattle Jobs Initiative Stephens, Rosanna Perry Published: May 2009 Examines successful state strategies in instituting a community college-centered career pathway framework, a series of education and training programs and support services focused on specific occupational sectors. Explores challenges and lessons learned. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation, Working Poor Families Project Subject(s): Human Services; Human Services, Employment; Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(43 pages; 6.17MB; PDF)
The Effects of Postsecondary Correctional Education Urban Institute Winterfield, Laura; Michelle Burke-Storer; Mark Coggeshall; Vanessa Correa; Simon Tidd Published: May 2009 Presents findings on the effect of prison-based postsecondary education on offenders during incarceration and on post-release employment and recidivism. Explores offenders' and stakeholders' views on the value and challenges of such programs. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Civil and Human Rights; Civil and Human Rights, Prison/Judicial Reform Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(48 pages; 321KB; PDF)
Building Partnerships to Reinvent School Culture Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University Mediratta, Kavitha; Sara McAlister; Seema Shah Published: May 2009 Presents a case study of community organizing for school reform by Austin Interfaith: how its "alliance schools" network and parent and community engagement shaped leadership development, district-level policy, school-level capacity, and student outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(60 pages; 5.63MB; PDF)
Select Materials From College Access Analysis Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Published: May 2009 Synthesizes materials based on data presented in 2005-06, including data on postsecondary access and success, analysis of barriers to college success, college access theory of change, and the roles of policies, programs, and knowledge in driving change. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Related Organization(s): Bridgespan Group Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(60 pages; 506KB; PDF)
Ensuring Success for Young Children: Transition to Kindergarten Association of Small Foundations Published: May 2009 Outlines the need for early childhood education and suggests strategies for funders to support programs that address school readiness and transition to kindergarten, such as transition camps, affordable child care, and health and nutrition programs. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(5 pages; 77KB; PDF)
Preschool Adequacy and Efficiency in California: Issues, Policy Options, and Recommendations RAND Corporation Karoly, Lynn A. Published: May 2009 Examines achievement gaps among K-3 students, the quality of and access to preschool education, potential efficiencies in the funding system, and policies and resources needed for the state's children to meet K-3 standards. Makes policy recommendations. Funder(s): David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Los Angeles Universal Preschool, Pew Charitable Trusts, W. Clement and Jessie V. Stone Foundation, W.K. Kellogg Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(197 pages; 778KB; PDF)
Turning Campaign Pillars Into Presidential Priorities: Strong American Schools and Education Reform Strong American Schools Published: May 2009 Reviews the achievements and challenges of the ED in '08 campaign during the 2008 presidential race to raise awareness of the need for common education standards, an effective teacher in every classroom, and extended learning time. Discusses next steps. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation Related Organization(s): Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; Public Affairs Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(28 pages; 4.67MB; PDF)
Allied Health Regional Workforce Analysis: Bay Area Region UCSF Center for the Health Professions Bates, Timothy; Melanie Chan; Susan A. Chapman; Jennifer Kaiser Published: May 2009 Analyzes the racial/ethnic composition of workers in twenty-two health occupations and graduates of healthcare education programs in the Bay Area. Examines disparities by race/ethnicity in the types of occupations held, educational attainment, and wages. Funder(s): California Endowment Subject(s): Minorities; Higher Education; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(112 pages; 3.90MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Wallace Foundation Published: 2009 Contains board chair and president's message, mission statement, program information and highlights, recent publications list, financial overview, grants list, funding guidelines, and lists of directors and staff. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(43 pages; 3.96MB; PDF)
Impact of College Rankings on Institutional Decision Making: Four Country Case Studies Institute for Higher Education Policy Published: May 2009 Examines how global or national rankings influence colleges' strategic positioning and planning, staffing and organization, quality assurance, resource allocation and fundraising, and admissions and financial aid in Australia, Canada, Germany, and Japan. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(32 pages; 238KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Chicago Community Trust Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, chair and president's message, program information, grants list, information on donor-advised grants and grants from funds, 2008 highlights, financial highlights, and lists of contributors, committee members, and staff. Funder(s): Chicago Community Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(80 pages; 3.14MB; PDF)
Promoting Economic Mobility by Increasing Postsecondary Education Pew Charitable Trusts Haskins, Ron; Harry J. Holzer; Robert Lerman Published: May 2009 Explores policy options for expanding educational opportunities for low-income students to enhance upward economic mobility. Examines the effectiveness of student aid in promoting college completion and proposes a plan for better guidance and preparation. Funder(s): Pew Charitable Trusts Related Organization(s): American Enterprise Institute, Brookings Institution, Economic Mobility Project, Heritage Foundation, Urban Institute Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Minorities Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(66 pages; 1.0MB; PDF)
Stimulating Excellence: Unleashing the Power of Innovation in Education Center for American Progress; American Enterprise Institute; New Profit; Public Impact Published: May 2009 Based on interviews with educational entrepreneurs, makes policy recommendations for removing barriers to innovation and encouraging ventures at the federal, state, and local levels. Calls for a "performance culture," diversity of providers, and funding. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation Related Organization(s): American Enterprise Institute, New Profit, Public Impact Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(44 pages; 640KB; PDF)
Linking Ready Kids to Ready Schools: Building Policy on State and Community Successes W.K. Kellogg Foundation Published: May 2009 Summarizes discussions from a March 2009 forum on the policies needed to provide early childhood education for all children in order to prepare them for the K-12 system and beyond, as well as current initiatives and lessons learned. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): Children's Leadership Council, Education Commission of the States, Learning First Alliance, Voices for America's Children Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(10 pages; 198KB; PDF)
Reaching America's Health Potential: A State-by-State Look at Adult Health Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Published: May 2009 Compares the self-reported health of adults by race/ethnicity, education, and income level, nationally, within states, and as measured against a national benchmark, with state snapshots. Highlights links between educational attainment and health status. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Health; Health, Healthcare Access/Reform; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 1.07MB; PDF)
Preventing Childhood Obesity: A School Health Policy Guide National Association of State Boards of Education Pekruhn, Colin Published: May 2009 Outlines policy guidelines and recommendations for reducing childhood obesity by promoting physical activity in schools, with integrated policy models to encourage physical education and activity and healthy eating. Lists next steps for policy makers. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Health; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(25 pages; 681KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Lilly Endowment, Inc. Published: 2009 Contains board chair and president's message; program information; education and religion grantee profiles; grants list; grant guidelines; financial statements; and lists of board members and officers. Funder(s): Lilly Endowment, Inc. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Religion Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(53 pages; 2.30MB; PDF)
An Evaluation of the Teacher Advancement Program (TAP) in Chicago: Year One Impact Report Mathematica Policy Research, Inc. Glazerman, Steven; Nancy Carey; Allison McKie Published: May 2009 Based on test scores, teacher records, surveys, and interviews, examines the first-year impact of the TAP program, in which teachers delivering added value to student achievement and quality classroom performance earn extra pay and become mentors. Funder(s): Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(71 pages; 908KB; PDF)
Michigan's Transition to a Knowledge-Based Economy: Second Annual Progress Report Michigan Future, Inc. Glazer, Lou; Don Grimes Published: April 2009 Based on updated data from metropolitan areas nationwide, highlights the need for Michigan to develop its knowledge-based, high-wage industries. Reiterates an agenda to attract and retain talent through public investment, education reform, and leadership. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Frey Foundation, Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation, Hudson-Webber Foundation Subject(s): Community Improvement/Development; Higher Education; Community Improvement/Development, Business/Economic Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(27 pages; 417KB; PDF)
Knowledge Economy Immigration: A Priority for U.S. Growth Policy Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Kane, Tim; Robert E. Litan Published: April 2009 Offers economic and political arguments for facilitating immigration of highly educated, skilled workers as a way to support long-term knowledge-based economic growth. Proposes granting green cards to math and science graduates of qualified U.S. colleges. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Public Affairs; Social Science, Immigration Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(14 pages; 249KB; PDF)
Smart Options: Investing the Recovery Funds for Student Success Coalition for Student Achievement Published: April 2009 Outlines stimulus funding priorities and actions for governors and superintendents to improve standards, data systems, teacher evaluations, efforts to turn around low-performing schools, and targeted interventions. Supplement lists resources and examples. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(40 pages; 771KB; PDF) Supplemental Resources
Realigning Resources for District Transformation: Using American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Funds to Advance a Strategic Education Reform Agenda Center for American Progress; Education Resource Strategies Published: April 2009 Offers ideas for spending stimulus funds strategically to align and restructure districts' use of resources to improve student performance by assessing current practices, focusing on support for quality instruction, and making transitional investments. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Related Organization(s): Education Resource Strategies Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(20 pages; 467KB; PDF)
By Design Not Default: Optimizing District Spending on Small High Schools Education Resource Strategies Published: April 2009 Analyzes small school design elements driving extra per-student spending, needed start-up and ramp-up investments, and impact on facility use and enrollment projections. Offers a tool for quantifying resource use and suggestions for effective allocation. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(26 pages; 540KB; PDF) ERS Small School Design Tool
Building a Districtwide Small Schools Movement Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University Mediratta, Kavitha; Sara McAlister; Seema Shah Published: April 2009 Presents a case study of community organizing for school reform by Oakland Community Organizations: how parent and community engagement in a campaign for small schools shaped leadership development, district policy, school capacity, and student outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(60 pages; 9.63MB; PDF)
PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians & Education Public Policy Institute of California Baldassare, Mark; Dean Bonner; Jennifer Paluch; Sonja Petek Published: April 2009 Presents findings from a survey on approaches to improving public education, school funding options, budget cuts, and support for higher taxes. Examines concerns about high school dropout rates, student achievement, and teacher quality by race/ethnicity. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Education; Public Affairs; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(46 pages; 1.19MB; PDF)
Toward Informative Assessment and a Culture of Evidence Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Bond, Lloyd Published: April 2009 Examines how campuses in the Strengthening Pre-collegiate Education in Community Colleges initiative combined traditional and innovative measures of student performance such as "think-aloud" protocol and pre-post testing to improve teaching and learning. Funder(s): Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(60 pages; 1.08MB; PDF)
An Unfinished Canvas: Local Partnerships in Support of Arts Education in California SRI International Woodworth, Katrina R.; Debbie H. Kim; Dana M. Petersen; Victoria Tse Published: April 2009 Based on case studies of partnerships between districts, schools, and arts organizations, highlights findings and lessons learned about partnership goals and design, instruction, teachers' capacity building, funding, and assessment and accountability. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Arts and Culture, Arts Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(66 pages; 1.31MB; PDF)
Effects of the California High School Exit Exam on Student Persistence, Achievement, and Graduation Stanford University; University of California, Davis Reardon, Sean F.; Nicole Arshan; Allison Atteberry; Michal Kurlaender Published: April 2009 Analyzes the impact of the exit exam requirement on student persistence, achievement, and graduation by race/ethnicity and gender and the factors behind the differential effects. Considers implications for the fairness and effectiveness of the exams. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Related Organization(s): University of California, Davis Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; Minorities Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(64 pages; 456KB; PDF)
Schools That Work: What We Can Learn From Good Jewish Supplementary Schools AVI CHAI Foundation Wertheimer, Jack Published: April 2009 Based on a study of ten effective schools, examines the characteristics in leadership, teaching staff, curriculum, experiential programs, and educational offerings for families that contribute to effectiveness. Outlines challenges and recommendations. Funder(s): AVI CHAI Foundation Subject(s): Education; Religion; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(52 pages; 613KB; PDF)
Cities in Crisis 2009: Closing the Graduation Gap Editorial Projects in Education Research Center Swanson, Christopher B. Published: April 2009 Analyzes trends in high school graduation rates in the nation's fifty largest metropolitan areas, including improvements and the urban-suburban divide. Compares employment, income, and poverty levels by educational attainment in each metropolitan area. Funder(s): America's Promise Alliance, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; Higher Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(33 pages; 1.76MB; PDF)
Who's Making It: The Academic Achievement of Recent Boston Public School Graduates in the Early College Years Boston Foundation Stoutland, Sara E.; Ann S. Coles Published: April 2009 Examines the persistence, progress, and performance of Boston public school graduates in the first two years of college; contributing factors, including academic preparation, colleges' selectivity, and full-time or part-time attendance; and implications. Funder(s): Boston Foundation Related Organization(s): Boston Higher Education Partnership, TERI Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(76 pages; 2.66MB; PDF)
Closing the Gap: Meeting California's Need for College Graduates Public Policy Institute of California Johnson, Hans; Ria Sengupta Published: April 2009 Estimates the state's shortage in highly educated workers in 2025 and outlines ways to raise college attendance rates, transfer rates from community colleges, and graduation rates from four-year institutions to help close the gap. Discusses policy issues. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 1.12MB; PDF)
Connecting Youth Through Multiple Pathways Annie E. Casey Foundation Brinson, Dana; Bryan Hassel; Jacob Rosch Published: April 2009 Presents findings from a field scan of efforts to help vulnerable youth graduate from high school, what is working, what should be done, and what opportunities exist for Casey's involvement. Explores risk factors and alternative programs. Lists resources. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Related Organization(s): Public Impact Subject(s): Children and Youth; Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(107 pages; 2.58MB; PDF)
2008 Audited Financial Statements William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Published: 2009 Contains audited statements of the foundation's financial positions as of December 31, 2008, and December 31, 2007. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Environment Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(21 pages; 127KB; PDF)
Evaluation of Experience Corps: Student Reading Outcomes Center for Social Development at Washington University in St. Louis Published: June 2009 Analyzes the impact of Experience Corps tutoring on elementary school students' reading comprehension as measured by four tests. Considers factors such as gender, race/ethnicity, grade, classroom behavior, English proficiency, and special education needs. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(40 pages; 412KB; PDF)
The State of Preschool 2008 National Institute for Early Education Research Published: April 2009 Provides data on state-funded pre-K programs for the 2007-08 school year and highlights progress in expanding enrollment and raising quality standards. Includes state rankings by percentage of children enrolled, funding per child, and benchmarks met. Funder(s): Pew Charitable Trusts Related Organization(s): Rutgers University Graduate School of Education Subject(s): Education; Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(254 pages; 8.67MB; PDF)
The High Cost of Wisconsin's Dropout Rate Friedman Foundation for Educational Choice; John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy House, Emily Anne Published: April 2009 Outlines the scope of the high school dropout problem in Wisconsin and dropouts' risk of unemployment, health problems, and incarceration. Estimates costs to the state through reduced tax revenues, increased Medicaid costs, and high incarceration rates. Funder(s): Friedman Foundation for Educational Choice Related Organization(s): John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Education; Public Affairs Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(20 pages; 341KB; PDF)
Year Five Evaluation: Arkansas Act 1220 of 2003 to Combat Childhood Obesity University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health Published: April 2009 Summarizes findings on the impact of a comprehensive school-based intervention to prevent childhood obesity. Examines changes in school nutrition policy and in parents' and students' behaviors and awareness. Compares responses by students' weight status. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Health; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(8 pages; 175KB; PDF)
An Unfinished Canvas: District Capacity and the Use of New State Funds for Arts Education in California SRI International Woodworth, Katrina R.; Jennifer A. Bland; Ashley Z. Campbell; Nicolette L. Mayes Published: April 2009 Based on a survey of school district officials, explores districts' capacity to support arts education, their allocation of new funding for visual and performing arts in 2006-07, resulting changes and remaining challenges, and implications. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Arts and Culture, Arts Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(120 pages; 1.46MB; PDF)
Getting Back on Track: Effects of a Community College Program for Probationary Students MDRC Scrivener, Susan; Herbert Collado; Colleen Sommo Published: April 2009 Compares the implementation, participation rates, and outcomes of two community college programs to assist students on academic probation, including credits earned, cumulative grade point averages, and academic standing. Analyzes the elements of success. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(202 pages; 1.56MB; PDF)
The Rapid Growth and Changing Complexion of Suburban Public Schools Pew Hispanic Center Fry, Richard Published: March 2009 Analyzes the rising shares of Hispanic/Latino, African-American, and Asian students in suburban public schools between 1993-94 and 2006-07. Examines to what extent minorities are isolated or exposed to other groups and how evenly they are distributed. Funder(s): Pew Charitable Trusts Subject(s): Minorities; Elementary and Secondary Education; Social Science, Population/Demographic Studies Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(29 pages; 764KB; PDF)
Improving Student Success by Strengthening Developmental Education in Community Colleges: The Role of State Policy Working Poor Families Project Price, Derek V.; Brandon Roberts Published: March 2009 Outlines the need to strengthen community college students' basic English and math skills as required for college courses in order to meet workforce needs. Describes promising approaches to improving developmental education and recommends state policies. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Public Affairs; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(7 pages; 105KB; PDF)
Losing the World's Best and Brightest Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Wadhwa, Vivek; Richard B. Freeman; Alex Salkever; AnnaLee Saxenian Published: March 2009 Presents findings from a survey of Indian, Chinese, and European students at U.S. colleges and universities on their decisions to stay or return home after graduation and the factors behind the decisions, such as where they see the best opportunities. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(19 pages; 2.20MB; PDF)
Every Student Counts: The Role of Federal Policy in Improving Graduation Rate Accountability Alliance for Excellent Education Richmond, Eric Published: March 2009 Describes 2008 federal policy to improve high school graduation rates by enhancing data collection, calculation of graduation rates, and accountability as a way to support interventions in low-performing schools. Makes state policy recommendations. Funder(s): AT&T Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Education; Public Affairs Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(14 pages; 541KB; PDF)
Charter Schools in Eight States: Effects on Achievement, Attainment, Integration, and Competition RAND Corporation Zimmer, Ron; Kevin Booker; Brian Gill; Stephane Lavertu; Tim R. Sass; John Witte Published: March 2009 Examines the student characteristics and effects of charter schools on students' test-score gains, high school graduation and college attainment rates, and test scores in nearby traditional public schools. Includes policy and research recommendations. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Joyce Foundation, William Penn Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(162 pages; 944KB; PDF)
Achievement and Attainment in Chicago Charter Schools RAND Corporation Booker, Kevin; Brian Gill; Tim R. Sass; Ron Zimmer Published: March 2009 Examines whether Chicago's charter schools "skim the cream" of traditional public school students and how they affect racial stratification, test-score gains in elementary and middle grades, high school graduation and college entry rates, and ACT scores. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Joyce Foundation, Smith Richardson Foundation, Stranahan Foundation, William Penn Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(52 pages; 635KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Carnegie Corporation of New York Published: 2009 Contains program summaries, grants lists, financial statements, administrative report, investment report, and lists of trustees and staff. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(77 pages; 403KB; PDF)
Assessing the Effectiveness of School Leaders: New Directions and New Processes Wallace Foundation Published: March 2009 Describes the state of school leadership assessment, outlines elements of a new direction in assessment that focuses more emphasis on a principal's ability to drive better learning, and highlights newly developed tools that apply those elements. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education, Leadership Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(20 pages; 1.66MB; PDF)
Principles for State Implementation of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Working Poor Families Project Published: March 2009 Presents seven guidelines, endorsed by twenty nonprofits, for policy makers in allocating funds from the economic stimulus package. Emphasizes accountability and investments that stabilize the economy, promote growth, and benefit those hit the hardest. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Public Affairs; Human Services; Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(4 pages; 76KB)
Educational Policies for Integrating College Competencies and Workforce Needs Institute for Higher Education Policy Published: March 2009 Explores the challenges of workforce development for a global economy in Brazil, Mongolia, Ukraine, and the United States, with a focus on basic skills development, internships, and the role of stakeholders. Recommends policy and curriculum changes. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(26 pages; 189KB; PDF)
The Effect of Transitions on Access to Higher Education Institute for Higher Education Policy Belyakov, Alexander; Leon Cremonini; Mankolo Mfusi; Jennifer Rippner Published: March 2009 Explores how the transition process from secondary to higher education affects access to higher education in the Netherlands, South Africa, Ukraine, and the United States. Examines barriers and makes recommendations for expanding "access with success." Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(28 pages; 304KB; PDF)
The Grades Are in 2008: Is California Higher Education Measuring Up? Institute for Higher Education Leadership & Policy at CSU Sacramento Moore, Colleen; Nancy Shulock Published: March 2009 Analyzes California's scores in the National Center for Public Policy and Higher Education's report card of higher education as well as affordability, participation, completion, and other issues by region and race/ethnicity. Makes policy recommendations. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(42 pages; 4.56MB; PDF) Regional Performance Profiles
Ethnic and Gender Differences in California High School Graduation Rates California Dropout Research Project Rumberger, Russell W.; Susan Rotermund Published: March 2009 Presents data on the disparities in graduation rates among African-American, Asian, Latino/Hispanic, and white students as well as between boys and girls within each group. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Walter S. Johnson Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Related Organization(s): University of California, Santa Barbara Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Minorities Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(2 pages; 43KB; PDF)
A Stronger Nation Through Higher Education Lumina Foundation for Education Published: February 2009 Outlines the need to raise the U.S. college attainment rate to 60 percent and provides state-by-state analyses of working-age adults' education levels by age group and county. Recommends focusing on those who have already earned some college credits. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; International Affairs/Development, Globalization; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(132 pages; 3.04MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(132 pages; 3.04MB; PDF)
Connecting Child Health and School Readiness Colorado Trust Bruner, Charles Published: February 2009 Describes research, practices, and policy options for integrating efforts to enhance child health and school readiness by ensuring child health care; linking child health, early learning, early intervention and family support; and improving environments. Funder(s): Colorado Trust Subject(s): Children and Youth; Health; Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(12 pages; 999KB; PDF)
Resolving Special Education Disputes in California Public Policy Institute of California Lipscomb, Stephen Published: February 2009 Examines the use of mediation and due process hearings in resolving disputes between parents and school districts over identifying disabilities and designing individualized programs. Analyzes trends in and predictors of higher rates of hearing requests. Funder(s): Special Hope Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, Special Education; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(41 pages; 516KB; PDF)
10 Goals for Improving Access to Education for Roma Open Society Institute Published: February 2009 Presents ten objectives with action plans for improving access to quality education for Roma children, including collecting data, fighting racism, implementing desegregation policies, expanding access to preschool, and training bilingual teachers. Funder(s): Open Society Institute Subject(s): Education; Minorities; Children and Youth Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(16 pages; 1.00MB; PDF)
Learning to Play and Playing to Learn: Organized Sports and Educational Outcomes Team-Up for Youth Rosewater, Ann Published: February 2009 Based on a literature review and interviews, explores how participation in organized sports affects children's academic achievement. Examines its benefits, including motivation, life skills, and peer networks, as well as challenges and recommendations. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Athletics/Sports; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Literature Review PubHub Link(13 pages; 2.55MB; PDF)
Leading for Change: New Training Opportunities for Education's Executives Wallace Foundation Mitgang, Lee D. Published: February 2009 Describes two Wallace-funded training programs for state- and district-level education leaders to improve policy coordination and advance systemwide student achievement. Outlines goals, key elements, tools, and resources of each program. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Education, Leadership Development; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(8 pages; 170KB; PDF)
The Robertson v. Princeton Case: Too Important to Be Left to the Lawyers Hudson Institute Freeman, Neal B.; Pablo Eisenberg; Peter Frumkin; Heather Higgins; Adam Meyerson; Anne D. Neal; James Piereson; Terrence Scanlon; Jack B. Siegel; Tim Walter; Martin Morse Wooster Published: February 2009 Offers comments from eleven contributors on the Robertson family's donor rights suit against the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs for violation of donor intent. Explores its effects on and implications for the nonprofit sector. Funder(s): Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, Inc. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Higher Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(22 pages; 320KB; PDF)
Entrepreneurial Impact: The Role of MIT Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Roberts, Edward B.; Charles Eesley Published: February 2009 Presents an analysis of firms founded by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) alumni — revenues, employees, spending on marketing and research and development, and type of firm — by state to quantify MIT's entrepreneurial impact. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues; Community Improvement/Development, Business/Economic Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(76 pages; 1.69MB; PDF)
Beyond the Bubble: Technology and the Future of Student Assessment Education Sector Tucker, Bill Published: February 2009 Provides an overview of information technology's potential to enable better assessments of student achievement. Outlines promising models for testing complex skills, cognition, and learning and for utilizing such assessments to improve instruction. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Science/Technology; Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(19 pages; 919KB; PDF)
New Skills for a Global Innovation Society: Asia-Pacific Leaders Forum on Secondary Education Asia Society Published: February 2009 Outlines best practices in education and recommendations for expanding India's secondary education, including a modernized curriculum utilizing technology, increased school accountability, and international benchmarking, from a March 2008 conference. Funder(s): Chatterjee Group, Courtney Sale Ross, Goldman Sachs Foundation, McGraw-Hill Companies Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(72 pages; 5.56MB; PDF)
School District Governance Reform: The Devil Is in the Details Greater Milwaukee Foundation Published: February 2009 Provides an overview of alternative approaches to governance in urban school districts, including integrated governance, district dissolution, and state receivership. Outlines the benefits, limitations, and implications of mayoral control over districts. Funder(s): Greater Milwaukee Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(32 pages; 355KB; PDF)
Closing the Expectations Gap 2009 Achieve, Inc. Published: February 2009 Presents findings from a 2008-09 state-by-state survey of progress in aligning standards, graduation requirements, assessments, data systems, and accountability systems with colleges' and employers' expectations. Charts trends and lists resources. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(32 pages; 3.03MB; PDF)
The Arts Advantage: Expanding Arts Education in the Boston Public Schools Boston Foundation Gittleman, Julia; Laura Perille Published: February 2009 Presents findings from a survey on the availability of arts education in the city's public schools, relevant school traits, funding needs, and partners. Offers recommendations and strategies for a three-year expansion plan. Highlights best practices. Funder(s): Barr Foundation, Boston Foundation, EdVestors, Hunt Alternatives Fund, Linde Family Foundation Related Organization(s): Boston Public Schools, Mendelsohn, Gittleman & Associates, LLC Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Arts and Culture, Arts Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(60 pages; 907KB; PDF)
Directory of Federal Funding Sources for Adult Education Annie E. Casey Foundation; Abt Associates Dunton, Lauren E.; Judith A. Alamprese Published: February 2009 Lists funding sources for adult education and literacy services. Describes forty-nine federal programs in ten agencies that authorized expenditures for adult basic education services during the 2007 and 2008 fiscal years, including to state agencies. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Related Organization(s): Abt Associates Subject(s): Education; Education, Continuing Education; Public Affairs Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(106 pages; 759KB; PDF)
Indiana's Twenty-First Century Scholars Program: A Statewide Story With National Implications Lumina Foundation for Education Published: February 2009 Distills evaluations of a state program to promote college preparation and access for low-income students. Assesses links between preparation courses and college attendance and completion, successful support practices, and retention efforts. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; Higher Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(48 pages; 1.34MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(48 pages; 1.34MB; PDF)
Improving Child Nutrition Policy: Insights From National USDA Study of School Food Environments Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Published: February 2009 Highlights findings from the 2004-05 School Nutrition Dietary Assessment Study on the food environment in public schools and links to obesity. Recommendations include setting nutrition standards for foods and beverages sold in vending machines. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Related Organization(s): Mathematica Policy Research, Inc. Subject(s): Children and Youth; Health; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(4 pages; 230KB; PDF)
Students With Disabilities and California's Special Education Program Public Policy Institute of California Lipscomb, Stephen Published: January 2009 Provides an overview of the state's special education programs, including eligibility, enrollment, student performance, time spent outside regular classrooms, spending, and financing, compared to national trends. Considers policy implications. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Disabilities; Elementary and Secondary Education, Special Education; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(45 pages; 530KB; PDF)
The Story of Safe2Tell Colorado Trust Published: January 2009 Provides an overview of Colorado's school safety program featuring an anonymous hotline. Describes its impact and lists examples of crimes and suicides prevented by anonymous calls. Gives guidance on implementing the program in other states. Funder(s): Colorado Trust Subject(s): Children and Youth; Elementary and Secondary Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(20 pages; 1.47MB; PDF)
Building "The Good Life": Investing in Opportunities for Nebraska's Families, Communities, and Economy Nebraska Appleseed Center for Law in the Public Interest Bolz, Kate Published: January 2009 Identifies needs in education and skills development, economic development, and supports for working families. Calls for state investment to improve access to and aid for education, job creation and training, and wages and benefits for the working poor. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation Related Organization(s): Working Poor Families Project Subject(s): Education; Human Services, Employment; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(53 pages; 1.03MB; PDF)
Utah's Economy: The Future Is Here Voices for Utah Children Rowland, Allison Published: January 2009 Provides a snapshot of the state's working poor families and educational and economic trends. Makes policy recommendations for education reforms to meet the needs of a knowledge-based economy, tax reforms to provide work incentives, and support services. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Public Affairs; Education; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(49 pages; 942KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report: Facing Up to the Future W.K. Kellogg Foundation Published: 2009 Contains board chair's message, CEO's message, guest essays about children's needs, financial statements, lists of board members and staff, grants list, and summaries of programs in the United States, southern Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Health Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(96 pages; 1.93MB; PDF)
Technology Solutions for Developmental Math: An Overview of Current and Emerging Practices Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Epper, Rhonda M.; Elaine DeLott Baker Published: January 2009 Reviews current practices in and strategies for incorporating innovative technology into the teaching of remedial math at the college level. Outlines challenges, emerging trends, and ways to combine technology with new concepts of instructional strategy. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Science/Technology; Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(24 pages; 629KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Dyson Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's letter, year in review, financial statements, program information, grants list, grant guidelines, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Dyson Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(63 pages; 383KB; HTML) FOLIO Link(63 pages; 383KB; HTML)
Rewarding Persistence: Effects of a Performance-Based Scholarship Program for Low-Income Parents MDRC Richburg-Hayes, Lashawn; Lisa Barrow; Thomas Brock; Allen LeBlanc; Christina Paxson; Cecilia Elena Rouse Published: January 2009 Presents findings from an Opening Doors project that gave low-income parents at community colleges scholarships for meeting academic benchmarks. Explores the effects on registration, persistence, credits earned, and social and psychological outcomes. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, George Gund Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Joyce Foundation, KnowledgeWorks Foundation, Lumina Foundation for Education, National Institutes of Health, Princeton University, Robin Hood Foundation, Spencer Foundation, United States Department of Education, United States Department of Labor, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, William T. Grant Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(167 pages; 1.28MB; PDF)
A Comparison of Student Academic Growth Between Indiana Charter Schools and Traditional Public Schools Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning at University of Indianapolis Rattermann, Mary Jo; Brian Reid Published: January 2009 Compares the characteristics and academic growth of the state's charter school students and those of traditional public school students. Compares costs and benefits with districts matched for poor and minority students and annual expenditures per student. Funder(s): Christel DeHaan Family Foundation, Indiana Black Expo, Indianapolis Urban League Related Organization(s): Research and Evaluation Resources Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(25 pages; PDF 876KB; PDF)
Thoughtbook 2009 Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Published: January 2009 Contains president's message; essays and interviews on the foundation's work in education and entrepreneurship, as well as the entrepreneurial landscape; and guest essays by politicians, scholars, and entrepreneurs on the global innovation movement. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(148 pages; ; HTML)
Implementing School-Based Services: Strategies From New Mexico's School-Based Health and Extended Learning Services Child Trends Collins, Ashleigh; Kristin Anderson Moore; Renee Paisano-Trujillo Published: January 2009 Based on discussions with policy makers and educators, outlines strategies for providing family supports, health care, and extended learning activities in schools. Suggestions include enhancing behavioral and mental health programs and staff support. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Related Organization(s): New Mexico Community Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Higher Education; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(6 pages; 158KB; PDF)
Student Engagement in Law School: Preparing 21st Century Lawyers Law School Survey of Student Engagement Published: January 2009 Presents findings from an annual survey, with a focus on teaching and learning methods that help students develop as ethical professionals and improve their legal writing and problem-solving skills. Funder(s): Association of American Law Schools, Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Related Organization(s): Center for Postsecondary Research at Indiana University Bloomington Subject(s): Higher Education; Science/Technology; Civil Society Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(24 pages; 2.37MB; PDF)
Informing the Debate: Comparing Boston's Charter, Pilot and Traditional Schools Boston Foundation Abdulkadiroglu, Atila; Josh Angrist; Sarah Cohodes; Susan Dynarski; Jon Fullerton; Thomas Kane; Parag Pathak Published: January 2009 Assesses the impact of charter and pilot schools on achievement by tracking students who showed similar academic traits in earlier grades across school types. Also compares applicants who won the lottery to attend charters or pilots and those who did not. Funder(s): Boston Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(56 pages; 662KB; PDF)
Framework for a Comprehensive Education Data System in California: Unlocking the Power of Data to Continually Improve Public Education California Department of Education; Office of the Governor of California Published: December 2008 Recommends ways to improve student achievement by using data to drive decision-making, sharing best practices, encouraging innovation, and supporting improvement through professional development. Details how to expand and enhance current data systems. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Related Organization(s): McKinsey & Company, Office of the Governor of California Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(118 pages; 5.37MB; PDF)
Preparing Low-Skilled Workers for the Jobs of Tomorrow Working Poor Families Project Poole, Kenneth E. Published: December 2008 Identifies ways for state policies to leverage technology-based economic development by preparing low-skilled workers for middle-skill, technical jobs in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Outlines current state initiatives. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Human Services, Employment; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(9 pages; 691KB; PDF)
The Cost Burden to Minnesota K-12 When Children Are Not Fully Prepared for Kindergarten Bush Foundation Chase, Richard; Paul Anton; Brandon Coffee-Borden; Christopher Moore; Jennifer Valorose Published: December 2008 Estimates the costs to the school system of students dropping out, turnover or absenteeism among teachers due to student problems, grade repetition, special education, and school safety needs — as a result of insufficient early childhood education. Funder(s): Bush Foundation Related Organization(s): Wilder Research Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(32 pages; 313KB; PDF)
Linking Ready Kids to Ready Schools: A View From Mississippi W.K. Kellogg Foundation Published: December 2008 Highlights Kellogg's efforts to promote partnerships among parents, early education providers, elementary school teachers, and principals, and Mississippi Building Blocks, a program to help childcare facilities and preschools provide quality education. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): Mississippi Building Blocks Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(9 pages; 150KB; PDF)
Build Trust, End Bullying, Improve Learning Colorado Trust Published: December 2008 Presents findings from surveys, focus groups, and case studies on the Bullying Prevention Initiative's impact on beliefs and behaviors, key elements of prevention, and the link between bullying and test scores. Highlights the role of adult intervention. Funder(s): Colorado Trust Related Organization(s): Cadre Colorado, JVA Consulting Subject(s): Children and Youth; Elementary and Secondary Education; Social Science Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(12 pages; 1.16MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Lloyd A. Fry Foundation Published: 2008 Contains board chair's message, executive director's message, program information, financial statements, grants list, grant guidelines, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Lloyd A. Fry Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
Boston's Education Pipeline: A Report Card Boston Foundation Kahn, Charlotte B.; Tim H. Davis; Jessica K. Martin Published: December 2008 Assesses the city's progress in creating an effective and equitable education pipeline from early childhood through college or postsecondary training. Examines demographic and outcome data and risk and prevention factors, and notes areas for improvement. Funder(s): Boston Foundation Subject(s): Education; Elementary and Secondary Education; Higher Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(115 pages; 3.72MB; PDF) Additional Data and Resources
2007 Annual Report Ahmanson Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, tribute to Robert Howard Ahmanson, president's and managing director's messages, grantee profiles, grants list, grant summary and guidelines, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Ahmanson Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(104 pages; 786KB; PDF)
California's Future Workforce: Will There Be Enough College Graduates? Public Policy Institute of California Reed, Deborah Published: December 2008 Analyzes trends in the state's supply and demand of college-educated workers, the projected shortfall in 2025, and wage gaps between education levels. Discusses implications for the economy and calls for investment in the public education system. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Social Science; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(20 pages; 703KB; PDF)
Funding Student Learning: How to Align Education Resources With Student Learning Goals Center on Reinventing Public Education Published: December 2008 Identifies factors preventing the education finance system from supporting high-level student learning. Recommends transparent, flexible, and strategic funding mechanisms and practices, including student-based funding and school-linked accounts. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(52 pages; 547KB; PDF)
Getting Narrower at the Base: The American Curriculum After NCLB Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning & Engagement Levine, Peter; Karlo Barrios Marcelo; Mark Hugo Lopez Published: December 2008 Examines curriculum changes in elementary, middle, and high schools since No Child Left Behind (NCLB) was enacted, requiring regular testing in reading and math. Analyzes shifts in time allocations to four subjects, contributing factors, and implications. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Public Affairs; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(30 pages; 4.69MB; PDF)
Facing the Future: Financing Productive Schools Center on Reinventing Public Education Hill, Paul T.; James Harvey; Marguerite Roza Published: December 2008 Synthesizes the School Finance Redesign Project's findings on policy options for redesigning the system to focus resources on promoting student learning. Calls for student count-based funding, integrated data collection, innovation, and accountability. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(69 pages; 1.62MB; PDF)
Mapping New Directions: Higher Education for Older Adults American Council on Education Published: November 2008 Based on surveys and focus group discussions, explores what, where, why, and how adults age 50 and up learn, how they pay for it, and how their needs are served. Suggests ways for higher education to adapt their outreach efforts, programs, and services. Funder(s): MetLife Foundation Subject(s): Aging; Education; Education, Continuing Education Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(48 pages; 2.20MB; PDF)
SREB Leadership Curriculum Modules: Professional Learning Framework and Module Summaries Southern Regional Education Board Published: November 2008 Provides an updated catalog of training modules for principals based on practices proven successful in "high risk" schools. Summarizes modules for training in using data, teaching literacy and numeracy, and organizing time, space, staff, and resources. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Education; Education, Leadership Development; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(54 pages; 218KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Four County Community Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair's message, fund and grant information, funds list, financial statements, and lists of board members, staff, and committee members. Funder(s): Four County Community Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(12 pages; 5.55MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(12 pages; 5.55MB; PDF)
Students Aren't Just Data Points, but Numbers Do Count Lumina Foundation for Education Published: November 2008 Highlights three grantees' successes in utilizing data to identify ways to improve minority student outcomes at community colleges, by improving access to information on transfers, creating bilingual student programs, and providing tutors and extra labs. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Minorities Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(32 pages; 3.38MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(32 pages; 3.38MB; PDF)
Shaping Nevada's Future: What the State Can Do to Invest in College Access and Success Institute for Higher Education Policy Rai, Nirjan Published: November 2008 Based on interviews and state data, examines the economic, social, and institutional barriers to higher education and successful outcomes Nevadans face. Recommends strategies, including early intervention, targeted financial aid, and better coordination. Funder(s): Nevada System of Higher Education, USA Funds for Education Endowment, Inc. Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(49 pages; 771KB; PDF)
Remediation Redux: Colleges Revisit Developmental Ed in a Bid to Boost Student Success Lumina Foundation for Education Published: November 2008 Highlights innovative approaches to developmental education, such as providing comprehensive learning support, aggressively tracking student performance data, and utilizing student tutors. Includes best practices and profiles of educators and students. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Education; Education, Continuing Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(24 pages; 1.68MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(24 pages; 1.68MB; PDF)
The Future of the Research University: Meeting the Global Challenges of the 21st Century Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Published: November 2008 Compiles papers given by university presidents and researchers at a June 2008 conference on the university's role in the entrepreneurial age, with discussions of university-private sector partnerships and of how public research could change society. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Related Organization(s): Max Planck Institute Subject(s): Higher Education; International Affairs/Development, Globalization; Medical Research Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(148 pages; 5.28MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, 1978-2008 highlights, program information, grants list, grantee and donor profiles, funds list, donor information, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(60 pages; 3.39MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(60 pages; 3.39MB; PDF)
Getting to the Finish Line: College Enrollment and Graduation Center for Labor Market Studies at Northeastern University Sum, Andrew; Neeta Fogg; Ishwar Khatiwada; Joseph McLaughlin; Sheila Palma; Chris Smith; Neil Sullivan Published: November 2008 Presents data from a longitudinal study of the Boston public school system's class of 2000 — how many had enrolled in college, had graduated, and remained enrolled as of 2007, by gender, race/ethnicity, and types of college and high school attended. Funder(s): Boston Foundation, Carnegie Corporation of New York Related Organization(s): Boston Private Industry Council, Boston Public Schools Subject(s): Higher Education; Social Science; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(61 pages; 660KB; PDF)
Code of Best Practices in Fair Use for Media Literacy Education Center for Social Media at American University Published: November 2008 Outlines five principles representing the consensus among media literacy educators on best practices in fair use — the right to use copyrighted material without permission or payment when used mainly for cultural or social benefits. Funder(s): Ford Foundation, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Journalism/Media; Education; Science/Technology Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(20 pages; 125KB; PDF)
Why Students Drop Out of School: A Review of 25 Years of Research California Dropout Research Project Rumberger, Russell W. Lim, Sun Ah Published: November 2008 Reviews research on the underlying causes of the high school dropout crisis — individual and institutional characteristics that predict whether a student is likely to drop out of high school. Discusses student engagement, deviance, and other models. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Walter S. Johnson Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Children and Youth, Youth/Adolescents Publication Type: Literature Review PubHub Link(130 pages; 466KB; PDF)
A Developmental Perspective on College & Workplace Readiness Child Trends; Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Lippman, Laura; Astrid Atienza; Julie Keith; Andrew Rivers Published: October 2008 Reviews research on and identifies the physical, psychological, social, cognitive, and spiritual competencies high school graduates need to transition into college, the workplace, and adulthood. Includes strategies for meeting disadvantaged youths' needs. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(49 pages; 2.01MB; PDF)
One Dream, Two Realities: Perspectives of Parents on America's High Schools Civic Enterprises Published: October 2008 Based on a survey and focus groups, examines parents' engagement and satisfaction with their children's high schools by income, race/ethnicity, education, and school performance. Suggests ways for schools and parents to work together more effectively. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Related Organization(s): Peter D. Hart Research Associates Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(44 pages; 5.24MB; PDF)
Student Debt and the Class of 2007 Project on Student Debt Reed, Matthew Published: October 2008 Analyzes state-by-state trends in the average debt of 2007 graduates and percentages of graduates with debt. Lists high- and low-debt states and campuses. Interactive map provides campus-by-campus data on tuition and percentage of Pell Grants recipients. Funder(s): BayTree Fund, Ford Foundation, Pew Charitable Trusts, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(11 pages; 2.15MB; PDF) Interactive Map
Financing Education Options for Struggling Students and Out-of-School Youth in Michigan: Report and Recommendations for State Policy National Youth Employment Coalition Published: October 2008 Examines Michigan's education finance policies and reforms and their limitations. Recommends policies to foster secondary education reform to expand non-traditional options for youth through better funding, flexible programming, and more collaboration. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(30 pages; 182KB; PDF)
Basic Skills for Complex Lives: Designs for Learning in the Community College Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Published: September 2008 Outlines the Strengthening Pre-collegiate Education in Community Colleges project's activities, results, and lessons learned, including five principles for teaching underprepared students. Recommends an institution-wide focus and faculty collaboration. Funder(s): Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(68 pages; 1.25MB; PDF)
Report From the International Commission on Education for Sustainable Development Practice Earth Institute at Columbia University Published: October 2008 Identifies the core educational needs to support multidisciplinary problem-solving in the sustainable development field. Outlines a system of continuous cross-disciplinary professional learning in the health, social, and natural sciences and management. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): International Affairs/Development; Education; Education, Continuing Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(100 pages; 6.77MB; PDF)
Opening Up Education: The Collective Advancement of Education Through Open Technology, Open Content, and Open Knowledge MIT Press; Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Iiyoshi, Toru; M. S. Vijay Kumar, Eds. Published: October 2008 Compiles essays by experts on open education initiatives about the challenges, opportunities, and potential synergies involved in enhancing educational quality and access through new technology. Authors include teachers, researchers, and program officers. Funder(s): Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Related Organization(s): Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Subject(s): Education; Science/Technology; Science/Technology, Internet Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(500 pages; 4.36MB; PDF)
Today's Choices, Tomorrow's Changes Public Policy Institute of California Reed, Deborah Published: September 2008 Provides an overview of the issues in California's November 2008 elections — the status quo of education, infrastructure, environment, budget, and governance, and the need for change in each area. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Public Affairs; Civil Society, Citizen/Public Participation; Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(13 pages; 584KB; PDF)
Moving Along the Learning Curve: From Values to Public Judgment: Citizen Dialogues on K-12 Education Reform Viewpoint Learning, Inc. Rosell, Steven A.; Isabella Furth; Heidi Gantwerk Published: September 2008 Based on dialogues with California's public, policy makers, and other stakeholders, assesses the public's priorities for K-12 reform and support for giving districts more authority and resources to meet state standards. Includes implications for leaders. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(39 pages; 958KB; PDF)
Present, Engaged, and Accounted For: The Critical Importance of Addressing Chronic Absence in the Early Grades National Center for Children in Poverty Chang, Hedy N.; Mariajosé Romero Published: September 2008 Explores the scope and patterns of chronic early absence; its impact on children's social, educational, and physical well-being; and the school-, family-, and community-related factors behind it. Discusses implications and strategies to address the issue. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Elementary and Secondary Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(32 pages; 707KB; PDF)
Fulfilling the Commitment: Recommendations for Reforming Federal Student Aid College Board Published: September 2008 Details experts' recommendations for simplifying the student aid system, protecting students against undue debt burdens, creating savings plans for low-income parents, and giving states and colleges incentives to support students. Includes cost estimates. Funder(s): Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Lumina Foundation for Education, Spencer Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(40 pages; 1.14MB; PDF)
Georgia School District Leaders' Perspectives on Parent Engagement and Transitions DCA, Inc.; SmartStart Georgia Published: September 2008 Based on a survey, assesses challenges in improving kindergarten readiness in Georgia. Explores implications for scaling the strategies of SmartStart Georgia, a grantee of Kellogg's Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids (SPARK) initiative. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): SmartStart Georgia Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(28 pages; 93KB; PDF)
The History Major and Undergraduate Liberal Education National History Center Working Group Katz, Stanley N.; James Grossman Published: September 2008 Argues that the study of history integrates disciplinary knowledge, methods, and principles into a broad education and civic engagement. Recommends that departments set goals for student outcomes, diversify course requirements, and emphasize teaching. Funder(s): Teagle Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Civil Society; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(37 pages; 621KB; PDF)
High School Students as Mentors: Findings From the Big Brothers Big Sisters School-Based Mentoring Impact Study Public/Private Ventures Published: September 2008 Examines the impact of high school students mentoring elementary school students, how their approaches differ from those of adult volunteers, what program factors contribute to success, and the challenges young volunteers present. Includes suggestions. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies, Edna McConnell Clark Foundation, Philip Morris USA, William T. Grant Foundation Related Organization(s): Big Brothers Big Sisters Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Youth/Adolescents; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(50 pages; 386KB; PDF)
Creating Change One Step at a Time: Efforts to Improve College Access and Success in Indiana Institute for Higher Education Policy Erisman, Wendy; Melissa Del Rios Published: September 2008 Offers lessons learned and best practices from the state's successful efforts to raise access to and attainment of higher education through academic preparation, affordability, and a differentiated higher education system and by addressing student needs. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Public Affairs Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(44 pages; 1.15MB; PDF)
San Francisco Bay Area KIPP Schools: A Study of Early Implementation and Achievement: Final Report SRI International Woodworth, Katrina R.; Jane L. David; Roneeta Guha; Alejandra Lopez-Torkos; Haiwen Wang Published: September 2008 Examines the achievement results and operations of five Knowledge Is Power Program middle schools to assess the program's effectiveness, the role of leadership, implementation of the KIPP culture, design of curricula and instruction, and lessons learned. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(140 pages; 4.13MB; PDF)
Listening to Students About Learning Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Bueschel, Andrea Conklin Published: September 2008 Shares findings from the Strengthening Pre-Collegiate Education in Community Colleges project about how teachers can help students become more engaged and likely to succeed by better observing student learning and introducing innovative instruction. Funder(s): Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 627KB; PDF)
The Promise of Faculty Inquiry for Teaching and Learning Basic Skills Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Huber, Mary Taylor Published: September 2008 Shares insights from the Strengthening Pre-collegiate Education in Community Colleges project on how teachers' systematic and collaborative analyses of new approaches and practices foster innovation and improvement in basic English and math instruction. Funder(s): Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(52 pages; 1.16MB; PDF)
Faculty Inquiry in Action: Guidelines for Working Together to Improve Student Learning Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching Published: September 2008 Outlines the faculty inquiry process as a collaborative tool to improve teaching and learning by exploring various classroom approaches and analyzing campus-level trends. Discusses expected outcomes and suggests how to start and support an inquiry group. Funder(s): Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Higher Education; Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(8 pages; 617KB; PDF)
Achieving Teacher and Principal Excellence: A Guidebook for Donors Philanthropy Roundtable Rotherham, Andrew J. Published: September 2008 Discusses the need to invest in high-quality teachers and principals and the best opportunities for donors to help improve human capital. Profiles current initiatives, proposes strategic priorities, and lists promising ideas requiring financial support. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Challenge Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(148 pages; 1.15MB; PDF)
Changing Lives: An Investment in the Mid South Foundation for the Mid South Published: September 2008 Describes the achievements and remaining challenges of the foundation's multi-state Individual Development Accounts Initiative to help low-income individuals save money for education or home or small business ownership by providing support and incentives. Funder(s): Foundation for the Mid South Subject(s): Community Improvement/Development; Community Improvement/Development, Business/Economic Development; Higher Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(28 pages; 1.41MB; PDF)
Leadership and Learning: A Hechinger Institute Primer for Journalists Hechinger Institute on Education and the Media Colvin, Richard Lee; Liz Willlen Published: September 2008 Outlines the role of leaders in improving schools and the issues they face, as a guide for education reporters. Includes examples of questions to ask, excerpts from articles, findings from Wallace Foundation studies, statistics, and a list of resources. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(32 pages; 2.56MB; PDF)
2006-2007 Biennial Report: Leadership Henry Luce Foundation Published: September 2008 Contains message from the board chair and the president, an essay on the foundation's leadership strategies, grants list, list and profiles of Luce Scholars, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Henry Luce Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(56 pages; 4.52MB; PDF)
Mobilizing Communities to Support the Literacy Development of Urban Youth: A Conceptual Framework and Strategic Planning Model National Urban League Cobb, Velma; Julie Meltzer; Martha Williams Published: September 2008 Offers a strategic planning model for community mobilization around adolescent literacy development. Explores spheres of influence; strategies for schools, community groups, and families; outcomes; and lessons learned from other community change efforts. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York, Pitney Bowes Literacy and Education Fund, Inc. Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Education Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(48 pages; 423KB; PDF)
Evaluation of the Kansas City CDF Freedom Schools® Initiative Philliber Research Associates Published: August 2008 Summarizes the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation's three-year evaluation of an initiative providing a summer program for children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Analyzes its effects on students, parents, program interns, and the host churches. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(22 pages; 259KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Greater Cincinnati Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, profiles of grantees and community leaders, program information, financial statements, and lists of board and committee members and staff. Lists funds and grants separately online. Funder(s): Greater Cincinnati Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(43 pages; 18.56MB; PDF) Grants List
