Budget Reconciliation Must Support a Quality Education for All Students ReportSep 22, 2021 Budget Reconciliation Must Support a Quality Education for All Students Sep 22, 2021 Khalilah M. Harris, Jessica Yin, Arohi Pathak, 3 More Laura Dallas McSorley, Marshall Anthony Jr., Jill Rosenthal
Future of Testing in Education: Effective and Equitable Assessment Systems ReportSep 16, 2021 Future of Testing in Education: Effective and Equitable Assessment Systems Sep 16, 2021 Laura Jimenez, Jamil Modaffari
How To Ensure Equitable Access to Great Teaching ReportAug 23, 2021 How To Ensure Equitable Access to Great Teaching Aug 23, 2021 Bayliss Fiddiman, Lisette Partelow
Ending K-12 Education Funding Inequity: Public Education Opportunity Grants VideoMar 4, 2021 Ending K-12 Education Funding Inequity: Public Education Opportunity Grants Mar 4, 2021 Jessica Yin, Lisette Partelow, Khalilah M. Harris
Public Education Big Table Coalition This coalition represents a group of education, civil rights, disability, research, and community organizations working on K-12 education policy and advocacy.
PIE Network The PIE Network connects, strengthens, and catalyzes advocates across communities, states, and ideological lines to ensure every student has an equitable and excellent education.
TeachStrong This national coalition of diverse education organizations and educators sought to transform the systems and policies that support teachers to ensure all students have access to great teaching.
WeBuildEDU, in partnership with EduColor WeBuildEDU is a campaign led by the Center for American Progress and EduColor dedicated to amplifying the voices of educators of color in discussions about what public education should look like in light of the ongoing movement for racial justice and the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a combination of media, local organizing, and policy proposals, the campaign will work to ensure that decision-makers are centering the ideas and experiences of educators of color and involving them in policymaking in the short and long term.
Moonshot for Kids, in partnership with the Thomas B. Fordham Institute The Moonshot for Kids initiative was a yearlong collaboration with the Fordham Institute to gather ideas for new research and development (R&D) and bolster bipartisan support for education R&D. The initiative had three components: publications about the history of education R&D; a competition to identify big, bold ideas that additional investment in education R&D could fund; and a policy proposal for how to build out a sustainable education R&D infrastructure.
Alliance for Quality Education A coalition working to end the systemic racism and economic oppression in New York’s public schools shortchanging generations of Black, brown, low-income, and immigrant students.
Colorado Education Initiative CEI helps teachers, school leaders, and district stakeholders catalyze bold, comprehensive change in public education in Colorado.
Education Justice Research and Organizing Collaborative at NYU Metro Center EJ-ROC brings together researchers, data and policy analysts, and community organizers to design solutions and advance the education justice movement.
EduColor EduColor mobilizes advocates nationwide around issues of educational equity, agency, and justice.
ImmSchools An immigrant-led nonprofit partnering with educators and community leaders to ensure safe and inclusive schools for undocumented and mixed-status students and families.
NewMexicoKidsCAN NewMexicoKidsCAN serves as a catalyst and conduit to advocate for community-informed, student-centered and research-backed education policies in New Mexico.
Parents Amplifying Voices in Education PAVE connects, informs, and empowers parent leaders to give families in Washington, D.C., a voice and choice in the vision for education in the city.
Student Voice Student Voice equips students as storytellers, organizers and partners who advocate for student-driven solutions to educational inequity.
TransFamily Support Services TransFamily Support Services promotes a gender-affirming and accepting community through resources, training, and education.
House Republican Budget Threatens Public Education and Opportunity for Young People ArticleNov 13, 2023 House Republican Budget Threatens Public Education and Opportunity for Young People House Republican leadership’s proposed funding bill would vastly cut support for economically disadvantaged students and eliminate important programs in the K-12 education, youth workforce development, and higher education spheres. Nov 13, 2023 Paige Shoemaker DeMio, Allie Pearce, Tania Otero Martinez, 1 More Marcella Bombardieri
5 Ways Government Can Reimagine K-12 School Design in the Wake of COVID-19 ArticleNov 1, 2023 5 Ways Government Can Reimagine K-12 School Design in the Wake of COVID-19 State and federal governments must empower schools to redesign teaching and learning for the generations to come. Nov 1, 2023 Allie Pearce
2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventOct 25, 2023 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Join the Center for American Progress as we celebrate 20 years of innovative policy solutions and look boldly forward to a progressive future. Oct 25, 2023
Hawkins Centers of Excellence at Minority-Serving Institutions Are Boosting Teacher Diversity ArticleOct 19, 2023 Hawkins Centers of Excellence at Minority-Serving Institutions Are Boosting Teacher Diversity Congress must maintain funding for a long-overlooked program that is helping to recruit and support more teachers of color. Oct 19, 2023 Lauren Worley
5 Ways State Governments Can Support Student Mental Health ReportOct 4, 2023 5 Ways State Governments Can Support Student Mental Health As the country faces a student mental health crisis, state policymakers must focus on instituting policies that support schools in best serving their students’ needs. Oct 4, 2023 Paige Shoemaker DeMio
Challenges and Opportunities of Providing Free School Meals for All ReportSep 26, 2023 Challenges and Opportunities of Providing Free School Meals for All The Center for American Progress’ community conversations with a Colorado school district illustrate how offering no-cost school meals is critical for students’ success and opportunities. Sep 26, 2023 Allie Pearce, Anona Neal
K-12 Education Is Vital to Success of Biden Administration’s Investment Agenda ReportAug 17, 2023 K-12 Education Is Vital to Success of Biden Administration’s Investment Agenda K-12 education needs a seat at the table when implementing new laws to boost infrastructure, green energy, and technology. Aug 17, 2023 Lisette Partelow, Akilah Alleyne
Community-Based Strategies To Reduce Gun Violence in Schools ArticleJun 6, 2023 Community-Based Strategies To Reduce Gun Violence in Schools In addition to efforts from state and federal lawmakers, schools and communities have a critical role to play in addressing school gun violence through prevention and intervention approaches. Jun 6, 2023 Allie Pearce, Akilah Alleyne
5 States Addressing Child Hunger and Food Insecurity With Free School Meals for All ReportMay 4, 2023 5 States Addressing Child Hunger and Food Insecurity With Free School Meals for All State governments are taking the lead in implementing no-cost school meal programs to eliminate administrative and financial burdens for students, families, and school staff. May 4, 2023 Allie Pearce, Akilah Alleyne, Anona Neal
How To Improve Employment Outcomes for Young Adults Leaving Incarceration ReportMar 16, 2023 How To Improve Employment Outcomes for Young Adults Leaving Incarceration Young adults reentering communities after incarceration face many barriers to finding stable work, but forward-thinking policies can lead to better employment outcomes and safer communities. Mar 16, 2023 Marina Zhavoronkova, Allie Preston, Justin Schweitzer, 1 More Akua Amaning
How To Make Schools Safer Without Additional Physical Security Measures ReportOct 26, 2022 How To Make Schools Safer Without Additional Physical Security Measures The newly enacted Bipartisan Safer Communities Act can help schools and districts create safer learning environments without resorting to implementing measures that harden schools. Oct 26, 2022 Emily Katz, Roby Chatterji, Akilah Alleyne
Book Banning, Curriculum Restrictions, and the Politicization of U.S. Schools ReportSep 19, 2022 Book Banning, Curriculum Restrictions, and the Politicization of U.S. Schools State and local officials’ efforts to undermine public education by playing politics with school curricula run against the interest of most American children and families. Sep 19, 2022 Akilah Alleyne
Federal Investments in K-12 Infrastructure Would Benefit Students Across the Country ReportSep 8, 2022 Federal Investments in K-12 Infrastructure Would Benefit Students Across the Country Equitable, dedicated long-term funding for school infrastructure is needed to ensure all school buildings are safe and conducive to student learning. Sep 8, 2022 Jamil Modaffari, Akilah Alleyne
Teacher Preparation Shortcuts Won’t Solve the Teacher Shortage ArticleAug 31, 2022 Teacher Preparation Shortcuts Won’t Solve the Teacher Shortage Recently passed legislation that reduces training requirements for teachers will harm student learning, weaken the profession, and ignore the systemic issues that have long contributed to teacher shortages. Aug 31, 2022 Loren Welles
School Air Filtration and Ventilation Strategies To Improve Health, Education, Equity, and Environmental Outcomes ReportAug 31, 2022 School Air Filtration and Ventilation Strategies To Improve Health, Education, Equity, and Environmental Outcomes Upgrading school ventilation and air filtration is a critical part of a multilayered strategy to improve and protect health, education, the environment, and equity. Aug 31, 2022 Jill Rosenthal, Elise Gout, Jamil Modaffari, 1 More Tara Snover
Why K-12 Teachers and Their Students Need Investments in Child Care ArticleJun 8, 2022 Why K-12 Teachers and Their Students Need Investments in Child Care To meet the caregiving needs of the K-12 educator workforce and the developmental needs of the youngest students, the United States needs sustained, significant federal investments in the accessibility and affordability of high-quality child care. Jun 8, 2022 Emily Katz
The Alternative Teacher Certification Sector Outside Higher Education ReportJun 7, 2022 The Alternative Teacher Certification Sector Outside Higher Education Enrollment continues to grow in alternative teacher certification programs operated outside of colleges, but the number of students completing these programs is declining. Jun 7, 2022 Jacqueline E. King, Jessica Yin
Prioritizing Racial Equity in Student Mental Health Spending ReportMay 19, 2022 Prioritizing Racial Equity in Student Mental Health Spending States and school districts have rightly prioritized student mental health as they start to spend pandemic recovery dollars, but they must do more to ensure that funding also promotes racial equity. May 19, 2022 Abby Quirk
Proposed Priorities for the School Pulse Panel Data Collection Sign-On LetterApr 29, 2022 Proposed Priorities for the School Pulse Panel Data Collection In these comments, the Alliance for Excellent Education and partners provide recommendations to the School Pulse Panel Data Collection to advance shared educational equity priorities through federal, state, and local policy and advocacy. Apr 29, 2022 Center for American Progress and partners
Proposed Changes to the Mandatory Civil Rights Data Collection Sign-On LetterApr 29, 2022 Proposed Changes to the Mandatory Civil Rights Data Collection In these comments, the Center for American Progress suggests revisions to the Civil Rights Data Collection to get the data necessary to address equity gaps in education. Apr 29, 2022 Center for American Progress and partners
Educator’s View: Assessing Students Properly Requires More Than One Test. And Some of Them May Not Be What You Think In the NewsMar 1, 2022 Educator’s View: Assessing Students Properly Requires More Than One Test. And Some of Them May Not Be What You Think Jamil Modaffari discusses how states should be rethinking their approach to standardized testing in K-12 schools. Mar 1, 2022 The 74 Jamil Modaffari
These 6 Priorities Show the Need for a Robust Domestic Discretionary Budget ArticleFeb 11, 2022 These 6 Priorities Show the Need for a Robust Domestic Discretionary Budget Funding for government agencies expires on March 11; rather than pass another stopgap bill, Congress must pass full-year appropriations that adequately support the nation’s priorities and needs. Feb 11, 2022 Nick Buffie, Jessica Yin, Marquisha Johns, 2 More Jill Rosenthal, Seth Hanlon
Q&A With CAP’s New Senior Vice President for Education, Jesse O’Connell ArticleJan 28, 2022 Q&A With CAP’s New Senior Vice President for Education, Jesse O’Connell Jesse O'Connell, the new senior vice president for Education at the Center for American Progress, talks about the opportunities this moment offers to improve early childhood, K-12, and higher education in the United States. Jan 28, 2022 Jesse O’Connell
Education Policies Need To Address the Unique Needs of Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities ReportJan 26, 2022 Education Policies Need To Address the Unique Needs of Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities The Center for American Progress is conducting new research that uplifts the lived experiences in public education of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. This research will advance CAP’s ongoing work to apply an explicit racial equity lens to K-12 education policymaking. Jan 26, 2022 Roby Chatterji, Jessica Yin