“The biggest misunderstanding about restorative justice is that it's about the response to an incident. It absolutely can be. But at its core, RJ is about relationships & building that foundation of trust.” Tatiana Chaterji Fremont High School via Learning Policy Institute learningpolicyinstitute.org/blog/restorati…

Because restorative practices address root causes of student behavior while reducing exclusionary discipline, they have potential to improve racial disparities + enhance school climate and academic engagement & performance. Sean Darling-Hammond Learning Policy Institute learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/impact…

New Learning Policy Institute study outlines how five districts have developed strategies and supports to better identify and address the needs of students experiencing homelessness. Read: learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/suppor…

How do your state’s teaching attractiveness and teacher equity ratings measure up against the rest of the country? Explore the interactive map of 40+ indicators showing the state of the workforce of more than 3 million public school teachers in the U.S. learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/state-…

By any measure, children and youth in the U.S. are struggling, underscoring the urgency of reimagining school. In a new LPI blog, Linda Darling-Hammond describes how #CommunitySchools are well-designed to serve this need—and our students. learningpolicyinstitute.org/blog/community…

A growing chorus of people are calling for community schools as an approach to reinvent education to better serve students, educators, and families. New blog by Linda Darling-Hammond via Learning Policy Institute. #CommunitySchools learningpolicyinstitute.org/blog/community…

#SchoolSafety isn't just about security measures—it's about building supportive communities where students thrive. LPI’s new report by @jld1220 & Jennifer McCombs explores the research on strategies to create safe schools and support student well-being. learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/safe-s…

What role can the federal government play in addressing #TeacherShortages? This report outlines a nationwide plan for developing systems to recruit, prepare, support, and retain a strong teacher workforce. By Linda Darling-Hammond Michael DiNapoli Jr Tara Kini. learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/federa…

All 50 states reported #TeacherShortages in more than one area for the 2022–23 school year. In this report, Learning Policy Institute outlines a nationwide “Marshall Plan”—similar to the plan to rebuild Europe after WWII—for rebuilding the teaching profession. learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/federa…

Webinar, 10/17, 4pm ET: Speakers will address the evidence on restorative practices, which provide an alternative to exclusionary discipline and can improve safety, student achievement, and mental health. Learning Policy Institute #SafeSchoolsThrivingStudents learningpolicyinstitute.org/event/webinar-…

Preparing Leaders for Deeper Learning: A new Harvard Education Press book spotlights the key role of school leaders in readying students for college, careers, and citizenship in an evolving world, as well as how to prepare leaders for this role. Learn more: learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/prepar…

This book offers vivid examples of high-quality principal preparation programs and examines the extent to which principals have access to effective learning experiences. Routledge Books Learning Policy Institute learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/develo…

In addition to honoring principals during #NationalPrincipalsMonth, it’s imperative to support their professional growth by providing high-quality preparation and professional development. Policy brief via Learning Policy Institute: learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/develo…

On 12/6, join Learning Policy Institute at an event marking the 10th anniversary of the passage of the Local Control Funding Formula, which dramatically changed the landscape of education funding & accountability in CA. Register for the livestream: bit.ly/45XXFdP #LCFF10Years

New research from Prof. Rucker Johnson Learning Policy Institute finds that #LCFF funding increases significantly improved academic achievement of students in California, and shows that increased school funding—used well—can be a game-changer for students. learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/school…

This report tells the story of how UCLA Community School honors the role students play in constructing their own learning and developing knowledge, skills, & passions. By Karen Hunter Quartz via Learning Policy Institute. learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/shared…

“There has been limited sporadic, targeted attention to English language learners in district’s LCAPs. This is troublesome because of the persistent achievement gap. But after 10 years, there is progress.” —Martha Hernández Californians Together #LCFF10Years

“The biggest way that we can make a difference in the quality of education is getting the best teacher in the classroom. The means increasing salaries, reducing class sizes and providing professional development.” Asm. Al Muratsuchi #LCFF10Years

“As a superintendent, what I would like is more flexibility, more money in the base, and hold me accountable. Don’t punish the children—that’s on me as an adult.” Lamont Jackson San Diego Unified #LCFF10Years

New research from Prof. Rucker Johnson Learning Policy Institute finds that #LCFF funding increases significantly improved academic achievement of students in California, and shows that increased school funding—used well—can be a game-changer for students. learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/school…