Community think tank co-designing system improvements for #educationequity. Rooted in #STL. #systemdynamics
St Louis, MO
Joined May 2018
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4th graders have a lot to say when we ask what influences mental and emotional health in schools. Listening and mapping the system dynamics of it all through partnership with @CSF_KeepKids1st @HazelwoodSD @SarasChung @ClementBayetti
#StudentVoice #systemdynamics #forthekids #stl
14 states pledge to cut chronic absenteeism rates by half over 5 years @Chalkbeat
chalkbeat.org/2024/09/09/fou…
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At Spencer, we view research-practice partnerships as a critical approach to generating knowledge and improving education with learners, communities, and institutions. Submit an Intent to Apply form to our RPP Grants Program by September 13 at noon CT. spencer.org/grant_types/rese…
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Our @NAEduc/@Spencer_Fdn Postdoctoral fellowships support 25 early-career scholars advancing the field of education with funding, professional development, and mentorship from senior scholars. We're accepting applications until November 7 at 5 PM ET. naeducation.org/naedspencer-…
From equitable school lottery procedures in DC to school mental health practices for students, check out the newest science and evidence from national research-practice partnerships in education. @nnerpp @SLU_SOE @SLU_PRIME @washuisp @StlEdResearch
Newly added to NNERPP Extra’s #ResearchRoundup: New #edresearch from the DC Education Research Collaborative buff.ly/3HfZrwT #ResearchRoundupMonday
More St. Louis school districts moving away from standardized tests stltoday.com/news/local/educ… via @stltoday
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Want to explore research-practice partnerships in educaiton? Join us in October! FREE and open to everyone! You can register for any or all sessions!
Are you new to #RPPs? Not sure where to start? We’re bringing back our five-part “RPP 101” online series this fall! Join us for an engaging overview of all things RPP for those new to RPPs or wanting a refresher! More info + registration link here: buff.ly/3WJrMmV
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Today, SDUC welcomed back their staff & held Opening Day for the 24-25 school year! The theme for this year is FAMILY, and that is because U. City is truly a FAMILY! @UCSharonica #UCityFamily
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We're thrilled to see all these wonderful faces! Excited to welcome back our fantastic teachers and staff. It's going to be an amazing year! #ConfluenceAcademies #MOBOTGarden"
Things learned from the STL School Leaders Collab Model skipdesigned.com/k-12-model-…: Even interventions that sound good have side effects: increasing teacher pay can strain budgets for other critical student needs if not paired with overall funding increases.
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In an effort to ease the financial burden of back-to-school shopping, Verizon Wireless stores in the St. Louis-area are giving away $3 million worth of backpacks for free. firstalert4.com/2024/07/26/s…
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Our Small Research Grants support field-initiated proposals on the most pressing questions and opportunities in education research. We fund proposals with budgets up to $50,000 for projects ranging from one to five years. Apply by September 11 at noon CT. spencer.org/grant_types/smal…
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EXPLORE the application of #SystemDynamics modeling to tackle public sector challenges in #ISDC2024 with Margaret Brandeau of Stanford University.
📅 August 4-8, 2024
📍 The Scandic Bergen City Hotel and online
🔗 Join the Conference: ow.ly/CBNG50RFsUb
The Youngest Pandemic Children Are Now in School, and Struggling @nytimes
"Teachers this year saw the effects of the pandemic’s stress and isolation on young students: Some can barely speak, sit still or even hold a pencil."
nytimes.com/interactive/2024…
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We're hiring an education reporter @stlpublicradio!
Salary: $52,000 - $68,000 annual
Location: St. Louis region
@stlprguild eligible: ✅
This is my old beat and it's great - reach out if you have any questions!
#JournalismJobs @EdWriters #JournoJobs
stlpr.org/job-listing/2024-0…
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For #ChildrensMentalHealthAwarenessWeek we're sharing 5 key supports for St. Louis County elementary students' mental wellbeing as identified in a needs assessment we conducted with @SkipDesignEd in 2022. First is strong friendships. View the report at stlcsf.org/reports.
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Did you know? Applications are now open for the following @Spencer_Fdn #fundingopp:
--Racial Equity Research Grants: buff.ly/3b7lhn0
Intent to Apply forms due May 29
Full proposals due June 27
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Know a teacher who has a positive impact on the students in their classroom? Take the time to nominate them for Regional Teacher of the Year, the first step in DESE’s process to identify the 2025 Missouri Teacher of the Year!
Submit your nomination here: surveymonkey.com/r/TOYNOM202…
ALT Know a teacher who has a positive impact on the students in their classroom? Take the time to nominate them for Regional Teacher of the Year, the first step in DESE’s process to identify the 2025 Missouri Teacher of the Year! Submit your nomination here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TOYNOM2025
Dr. @Ericka_Weathers from U.Penn on the importance of changing funding formulas to support students in schools with high concentrations of poverty.
The needs are heightened. @SXSWEDU #edequity
