"Deep Dives" brings together national experts to discuss the biggest issues impacting America's schools, diving deep into root causes and exploring innovative solutions.
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In today’s episode, Jill is joined by Dr. Jill Walsh. She is a sociologist and researcher at Boston University, and... more
Standardized testing has long been a cornerstone in educational systems, serving as a tool for measuring student achievement and influencing... more
Last week, Jill and Ross hosted a live podcast recording at the University Club in Boston, MA, with College Uncovered... more
There are over 50,000 teacher vacancies in classrooms across the country, with certain parts of the country seeing large numbers.... more
According to the National Center for Bilingual Education, by 2030, over 40% of K-12 students in the US will be... more
Today's parents and caregivers face the unique challenge of guiding kids through the complexities of social media, trying to ensure... more
There are more than 7 million students with disabilities in the United States, representing a variety of needs and abilities.... more
Across the country, public schools are seeing big declines in enrollment, with more than one million fewer students enrolled in... more
In Massachusetts, there are 9,000 young people in the foster care system, and 50,000 engaged with the Department of Children... more
Chronic absenteeism rates in every state are skyrocketing – continuing a trend that started before the pandemic and leading the... more
School districts across the country are facing similar challenges, and “Deep Dives” aims to unpack why things are the way... more
“Deep Dives,” a new ongoing podcast series from the Shah Family Foundation, explores the biggest issues impacting America’s schools, bringing... more
Every decision we make is guided by incentives. From financial incentives to social and political incentives – how we are... more
Every decision we make is guided by incentives. From financial incentives to social and political incentives – how we are... more
In 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic began, the city of Chelsea, Massachusetts faced record economic and food insecurity, with thousands... more
Every decision we make is guided by incentives. From financial incentives to social and political incentives – how we are... more
This year, the CDC’s annual Youth Risk Behavior Survey offered a grim outlook for the wellbeing of young people. Over... more
This year, the CDC’s annual Youth Risk Behavior Survey offered a grim outlook for the wellbeing of young people. Over... more
This year, the CDC’s annual Youth Risk Behavior Survey offered a grim outlook for the wellbeing of young people. Over... more
Every decision we make is guided by incentives. From financial incentives to social and political incentives – how we are rewarded shapes... more