Publications
Independent peer review is an integral part of all CRPE research projects. Peer reviews are conducted by research or policy professionals who are not members of the CRPE project team.
Some externally published work, such as commissioned papers, books and book chapters, journal articles, and op eds, may be hosted on other sites, and some may require purchase or subscriptions to view.
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How Personalized Learning Models Can Meet the Needs of Students with Disabilities: Thrive Public Schools Case Study March, 2018 Lauren Morando Rhim, Stephanie Lancet |
This brief examines how students with special needs are being served by an innovative San Diego charter school network. |
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Passing Notes: Learning from Efforts to Share Instructional Practices Across District-Charter Lines February, 2018 Tricia Maas, Robin Lake |
This report examines recent efforts of districts and charter schools to share key instructional practices and offers recommendations for education leaders to move forward. |
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Unlocking Potential: How Political Skill Can Maximize Superintendent Effectiveness January, 2018 Paul Hill, Ashley Jochim |
This paper examines the characteristics of effective superintendents and offers guidance for current and aspiring district leaders as well as those offering superintendent training programs. |
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The Slowdown in Bay Area Charter School Growth: Causes and Solutions January, 2018 Robin Lake, Trey Cobb, Roohi Sharma, Alice Opalka |
This report examines why charter school growth in the San Francisco Bay Area has slowed dramatically and offers solutions for cities nationwide to encourage the development of new high-quality schools. |
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Collision Course: Embracing Politics to Succeed in District-Charter Collaboration January, 2018 Ashley Jochim, Sarah Yatsko, Alice Opalka |
This report examines how politics shapes the work of district-charter collaboration and offers strategies for district and charter leaders to improve their chances of success. |
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Opening the Schoolhouse Door: Helping Charter Schools Access Space in District-Owned Facilities December, 2017 Sean Gill, Tricia Maas |
This paper reviews state policies on providing charter schools with facilities and recommends better incentives for districts to share space. |
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For Portfolio Supporters, Skeptics, and Would-Be Adopters: Some Thoughts From CRPE November, 2017 Robin Lake, Ashley Jochim |
This paper provides an honest assessment of the portfolio strategy’s strengths, weaknesses, and necessary evolution. |
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Stepping Up: How Are American Cities Delivering on the Promise of Public School Choice? November, 2017 Christine Campbell, Georgia Heyward, Betheny Gross, Robin Lake |
This analysis examines 18 cities offering public school choice to determine whether 1) their education systems are continuously improving, 2) all their students have equitable access to high-quality schools, and 3) their strategies are rooted in the community. |
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Partnership Schools: New Governance Models for Creating Quality School Options in Districts October, 2017 Sean Gill, Christine Campbell |
This brief examines a promising new “third way” approach to school improvement and provides guidance for district and charter leaders and policymakers considering partnership schools. |
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A User’s Guide to the Four-Day School Week: How to Assess District Readiness and Evaluate the Results October, 2017 Georgia Heyward |
This guide will help district and community leaders understand the benefits and risks of adopting a shorter school week. |