Mask-wearing in public schools must not be a partisan issue
Only 20 states, or just under half the 45 states with data, will require mask-wearing in their public schools for at least some teachers and students.
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Bringing vision and clarity to education policy
What Will It Take to Reopen Schools Amid the Pandemic? 5 Experts Weigh In on Accelerating Student Learning
We asked 5 experts: If we wanted schools not to just remediate but accelerate student learning, what would it look like?
Student learning is an afterthought in many state reopening plans; that’s a huge mistake
CRPE and Public Impact are wrapping up our review of state reopening plans. If first impressions portend what’s to come, there are big reasons to be concerned.
What Will It Take to Reopen Schools Amid the Pandemic? 5 Experts Weigh In on Politics and Education Reform
We asked 5 experts: Will the pandemic create new political constituencies for education reform?
Will States Step Up to Address Gaps in Access to Remote Learning This Fall?
Addressing these gaps will not be easy, but data from this spring give some cause for optimism.
What Will It Take to Reopen Schools Amid the Pandemic? 5 Experts Weigh In on What New Roles Teachers Should Play
We asked 5 experts: What new roles will teachers have to play in the future, and how should union contracts shift moving forward?
Now, More Than Ever, Public Education Funding Must Adapt to Meet Students’ Diverse Needs
Even after the 2020-21 school year, districts will need to spend money to make sure all children have internet access and usable computers or tablets at home.
What Will It Take to Reopen Schools Amid the Pandemic? 5 Experts Weigh In on School Choice Options for Families
We asked 5 experts: Should parents have more schooling choices next year?