Southern Education Foundation

SEF's report 'Miles To Go: The State of Education for Black Students in America' examines a wide range of opportunity gaps for Black students, including: - Limited opportunity to participate in high-quality early childhood education - Disproportionately low access to rigorous coursework, including Advanced Placement - Less funding in K-12 school districts that serve high numbers of Black students Let's work together together to confront these challenges. Visit https://lnkd.in/eU6YncBY to learn more. #milestogo #equityineducation #sef

The arc is long and bends toward justice. We still have many miles to go. Visit https://lnkd.in/eftUX2ZP to keep up with the latest education policy news & to support the work of ensuring that every student has equitable access to a quality education. #milestogo #equityineducation

"Educators often refer to the discrepancy in test scores between Black students and their peers as the 'achievement gap.' But SEF research director Max Altman said that’s a misnomer." Many Black students do not have the same access to learning opportunities as other students. #opportunitygap Read the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's recent article on SEF's new report, Miles To Go: The State of Education for Black Students in America. The report details some of the most notable opportunity gaps in K-12 education, including persistent school segregation, inequities in school resources, major disparities in school discipline, and the removal of Black history from the curriculum and other attempts to limit inclusivity – issues that must be addressed to support sustained progress in improving student outcomes. Read the article by Martha Dalton and the full report at https://lnkd.in/eP5d-DYJ

Today marks 56 years since Shirley Chisholm became the first Black woman elected to Congress in 1968. A trailblazer for justice and equity, Chisholm paved the way for future leaders. Honor her legacy by partnering with us to support educational opportunities for all children. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eftUX2ZP. #sef #vote #electionday #vote2024

Today the future of public education is on the ballot in the South. Did you cast your vote? “Yes!” 👉🏽👉🏽Comment “I voted!” “No.” 👉🏽👉🏽 There’s still time! Visit southerneducation.org/vote to learn more about crucial southern, statewide races that will directly impact education for generations.

Apply to The Center for Outcomes Based Contracting at SEF Fall cohort by November 30! https://lnkd.in/g9Zx4ZC3

Voters across the South are heading to the polls to cast ballots in local, state, and federal elections. Much attention, and rightfully so, centers on the presidential election and its implications for future generations. As election day approaches, the future of public education is indeed on the ballot in the South. If you care about the future of education, review the education platforms of those running for office before you cast your vote. Visit southerneducation.org/vote to learn more about crucial southern, statewide, non-presidential election races that will directly impact the future of birth through post-secondary completion education policies.

Voters across the South are heading to the polls to cast ballots in local, state, and federal elections. Much attention, and rightfully so, centers on the presidential election and its implications for future generations. As election day approaches, the future of public education is indeed on the ballot in the South. If you care about the future of education review the education platforms of those running for office before you cast your vote. Visit southerneducation.org/vote to learn more about crucial southern, statewide, non-presidential election races that will directly impact the future of birth through post-secondary completion education policies.

🗳️ Election day is almost here and the future of school vouchers, public education, anti-civil rights curriculum, educator pay, and dozens of other critical education policies have the potential to go in opposite directions depending on who gets elected. ❗ As important as the presidential election is for our nation, dozens of governors, state superintendents, and ballot initiatives may have a more significant impact on local school systems. 👉🏾 Before you cast your vote, visit southerneducation.org/vote for an overview of crucial southern, statewide, non-presidential election races that will directly impact the future of birth through post-secondary completion education policies. Knowledge is power! #Election2024 #EducationMatters #VoteWisely #SEF #EquityinEducation

Funding gaps persist for students of color across the U.S. School districts with the highest percentages of students of color receive 13% less in state funding on average. In the Southern Education Foundation’s region, the 17 states spent an average of $14,416 per student —15% below the national average. These disparities underscore the urgent need for equitable funding to ensure students of color have access to quality education. Explore SEF's Miles To Go: The State of Education for Black Students in America report to learn more. https://lnkd.in/eThWeft9