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Hero August 14, 2018 Gabi Robins

What works to improve education, Pre-K through Ph.D.

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Hero August 14, 2018 Gabi Robins

Improving public education with proven policy and practice

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Hero August 14, 2018 Gabi Robins

Convening policy leaders around critical issues

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Post December 10, 2015 Beth Day

Where Policy Meets Practice
We work with states to improve education. We provide policymakers reliable data to inform sound policies. We help states collaborate to share resources. And we serve educators with training that transforms teaching to prepare students for what comes next.

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Post July 12, 2019 Beth Day

Career Pathways

States, schools, colleges and employers can partner to build pathways that raise attainment, narrow skills gaps and serve local workforce needs.

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Post March 28, 2016 Beth Day

College Affordability

What policy changes have the potential to help families afford postsecondary education and boost college completion?

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Post March 25, 2016 Beth Day

Teacher Preparation and Feedback

What actions can states take to improve the formal preparation of new teachers and create feedback systems for continuous improvement?

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Events

Event January 28, 2020 - January 30, 2020 Veronica Johnson

TCTW National Leaders Forum

January 28-30, 2020

Point Clear, Alabama

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Event May 9, 2019 Beth Day

SREB Webinars

Join us to learn more in interactive sessions on ed tech, teacher prep, workforce and more.

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SREB News

Post October 7, 2019 Beth Day

Study Says Institute Is an Effective Faculty Diversity Strategy

The Institute on Teaching and Mentoring is an important complement to university training in doctoral programs, according to a National Science Foundation-funded study of its participants.

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Post September 11, 2019 Beth Day

SREB Launches Dual Enrollment Initiative

To help states address equity, cost and the student experience, SREB is working with an advisory panel from across the states and will publish promising practices and provide technical assistance.

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Where We Work

From pre-K to Ph.D., education across a lifetime.

Post December 11, 2015 Beth Day

Early Childhood

Early Childhood
The path to success in school and life begins in these critical first few years. Family, community and school all play significant roles in making sure children enter kindergarten ready to learn.

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Post December 11, 2015 Beth Day

Early Grades

Early Grades
Children must master building-block skills such as reading and math in the elementary grades so they are ready for the big move to middle school.

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Post December 11, 2015 Beth Day

Middle Grades

Middle Grades
In early adolescence, interventions are critical to move students up the path to academic success and keep them from veering off course. No transition is more important than the often-difficult one from 8th to 9th grade.

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Post December 11, 2015 Beth Day

High School

High School
High school graduation is one of life’s great milestones, propelling adolescents into adulthood. During these years, schools must prepare students for as many options as possible: college, career and life as productive citizens.

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Post December 11, 2015 Beth Day

Postsecondary

Postsecondary
A credential of value after high school is an imperative in today’s workforce. States and postsecondary institutions must enroll more students, make college affordable, and focus policy and practice on helping more students complete degrees.

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Post December 11, 2015 Beth Day

Adult Learners

Adult Learners
It’s never too late to earn a credential, finish a degree, or add new skills. Students of any age improve their quality of life with more education, and communities prosper with a well-educated workforce.

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Interactive Map March 27, 2018 Beth Day

SREB States
SREB works side-by-side with states to improve education. Click the map or menu to explore education in any of our 16 states.

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Learn more about these reports, services and results.

General information February 7, 2019 Beth Day

Unprepared and Unaware: Upskilling the Workforce for a Decade of Uncertainty

Retooling Adult Ed
An imperative for the 2030 workforce

Automation is changing the workplace. But the question isn’t whether there will be enough jobs in 10 years. It’s whether there will be enough workers with the skills to fill them.

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General information January 30, 2019 Beth Day

There are no easy answers. Action has never been more important.

Improving Teacher Preparation

Explore state policy recommendations for licensure, clinical teaching experiences, data systems for continuous improvement, and partnerships between colleges of education and school districts.

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Spotlight November 30, 2017 Veronica Johnson

Ready to Read, Ready to Succeed
State Policies that Support Fourth-Grade Reading Success

What can states do to ensure that students read proficiently by fourth grade? This report presents states’ current progress on this milestone, which is crucial to a child’s long-term success, and offers recommendations for policies that can help make sure students leave third grade with strong reading skills.

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Post October 12, 2016 Beth Day

State Accountability Plans
Navigate Trends, Policies, Actions on the SREB Insights Tool

Use these interactive reports on school accountability plans in 16 states.

SREB Insights is a user-friendly way to navigate complex education topics and inform decisions and practice.

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