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“On their own, early warning systems only give us a certain type of information. Data can show where there is a problem with attendance, but it doesn’t really tell us how to solve it.” - Yusuf Canbolat Chronic absenteeism was a stubborn challenge before...

In July, the READS Lab convened districts from across the country to learn how the Model of Reading Engagement (MORE), an elementary science and social studies program that builds schemas and improves academic achievement, can fit into and bolster their...

The Strategic Data Project (SDP) 2024 Annual Convening drew together 350+ representatives from SDP’s network of fellows, alumni, partner organizations, and special guests to discuss and explore the interplay between data and social justice. "Just Numbers...

“These datasets are powerful tools. They can help states better understand the critical junctures where students need more support and how those junctures relate to their later outcomes in life.” - Dr. Rachel Worsham, senior research analyst at the Center...

On April 2nd, the Harvard Graduate School of Education hosted CEPR Faculty Director Thomas Kane, CEPR's incoming Executive Director Christina Grant, and education leaders from across the country to discuss ways in which states and districts can act on new...

As we start a new year, our team at the Center for Education Policy Research is looking forward to the exciting work we have planned across our various projects. After a year of many challenges in education, as schools grapple with issues from pandemic...