Communities In Schools of Washington’s Post

Ethnic diversity in schools in England remains a challenge for all of us. Our new discussion paper is informed by National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER)'s research and by practical feedback from CST member trusts and other sector colleagues about their approaches and challenges. It seeks to offer some concrete steps that school trusts can make to take real ownership of encouraging diversity, and to encourage innovative thought about new approaches to recruitment, retention and progression and, importantly, governance. Download it here: https://zurl.co/bBKx

Embracing diverse perspectives is your key strategic advantage.

Interested in education policy? Join us for the CHLI Congressional Public Policy Briefing on education featuring a panel of experts who will discuss the policies shaping higher education and impacts on the Hispanic community. From tuition rates to FAFSA and Pell grants, get insights into the current landscape and what the future holds. When: Wednesday, May 1st  Time: 2:30 PM Where: United States Capitol, Room H-137, Washington, D.C. 20004 Register at: https://lnkd.in/g64aRbp5 Let’s shape the future of higher education together. #TheCHLI #HigherEducation #PublicPolicy #EducationReform #HispanicEducation #FAFSA #PellGrants #EducationPolicy

"The Truman Commission Report lay the groundwork for a massive community college system and a new model for federally funded need-based scholarships. It called for actions to overcome educational inequity and for the first two years of college to be free to all students. Although progress has been made, one cannot overstate how much these recommendations (some quite radical) have shaped U.S. higher education, political platforms, policies, and legislation in the past eight decades. Some of the recommendations were adopted and goals realized. Others were not or, more likely, were unable to achieve their lofty goals or create conditions for their endurance. To be certain, democracy, diversity, inclusion, and world peace are not simple matters..." More: https://lnkd.in/d-5Yf4Mv #highereducation #strategicasset #nationalasset #innovation #TrumanCommission #SpellingsCommission #HESA AGB (Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges) HESA wesbsite: www.hesaus.org

🎓 The cost-of-living crisis threatens to hinder Widening Participation in higher education. Learn how Admissions teams are weathering the storm and advocating for robust solutions to support underprivileged students. Together, let's pave the way for a more inclusive future. Explore the blog: https://bit.ly/4cnGB5I

Interested in education policy? Join us in TWO WEEKS for the CHLI Congressional Public Policy Briefing on education featuring a panel of experts who will discuss the policies shaping higher education and impacts on the Hispanic community. From tuition rates to FAFSA and Pell grants, get insights into the current landscape and what the future holds. When: Wednesday, May 1st  Time: 2:30 PM Where: United States Capitol, Room H-137, Washington, D.C. 20004 Register at: https://lnkd.in/g64aRbp5 Let’s shape the future of higher education together. #TheCHLI #HigherEducation #PublicPolicy #EducationReform #HispanicEducation #FAFSA #PellGrants #EducationPolicy

How might Regional Public Universities improve the likelihood students succeed in college? This project at PFW is an example of the type of community engagement we need. (https://lnkd.in/gHeEm6pd) It is a great example of institutional commitment to the idea that quality follows mission or "fit for purpose". See my recent article for more perspective on Regional Public Universities as Equity Engines as well.

Check out this new application that my friend and colleague Justin M. Madron and collaborators just released that showcases how policy has shaped segregation and unequal educational opportunity in America. Where are the 100 most segregated school district borders in the U.S. that drive higher poverty rates for students? Check out the #map and statistics in this app. This work builds on the #redlining project Justin worked on while at the University of Richmond and integrates many new data points. "School district boundaries don’t just define the area where a certain group of children attends a given set of schools. They also determine the local taxing jurisdiction that supports those schools. About 30 percent of the average school district’s funding comes from local property taxes, and that figure can be much higher in property-wealthy districts. Big differences in property value can lead to large funding gaps, even between districts that are right next to one another." There is a full report, you can download the #data and #gisdata and access the digital mapping application. #gis #socialequity #sovereignty #education #policy POLITICO New America Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

National Support Public Education Day is the perfect time to explore how we can make a difference! For us, fair and valid assessment is key to empowering schools, teachers and students. Accurate measurement promotes greater equity in education, a central part of our mission. In our recent partnership with @CDE, we developed a new model to measure student growth across California. By using a weighted average, we improved the stability and accuracy of growth scores, reducing disparities across schools and districts. This fairer measure provides more accurate data over shorter periods. With this knowledge, schools and governments can learn from the best and focus efforts where they are needed most to support students effectively. Assessment can power human progress and enhance educational and work outcomes. It’s crucial that organizations and institutions collaborate to support equity and access to quality public education, ensuring that education remains a passport to freedom for all. #NationalSupportPublicEducationDay #Education

·      https://lnkd.in/e4TK8qZP  Those of us in the higher ed community have an opportunity to amplify the impact of higher ed and reshape public perception.