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Insights from the NSSA Conference on High-Impact Tutoring

Published May 21, 2024

On May 9th, 2024, education professionals from across the country gathered for the National Student Support Accelerator (NSSA) Conference, focused on “High-Impact Tutoring: Supporting Students Now and for the Long Run!” This event brought together district leaders, educators, researchers, and tutori...

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Eighth Grade History Scores on The Decline

Published May 12, 2024

As a society, we place a high value on education, believing that it is the key to unlocking a bright future for our children. However, the recent results of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) show that eighth graders are falling behind when it comes to history education. The asse...

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Maximizing Attendance and Achievement

Published April 29, 2024

In the aftermath of the pandemic, schools nationwide are confronted with a pressing issue: a significant surge in chronic absenteeism. From affluent suburbs to working-class communities, students are frequently missing school, posing a formidable challenge to the educational landscape. Yet, amidst t...

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Maximizing ESSER Funding: Are School Districts Investing in Academic Achievement?

Published April 17, 2024

ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funding is a grant program established by the federal government to support K-12 schools in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program, established under the CARES Act in March 2020, was extended through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2...

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Harness the Power of High-Dosage Tutoring

Published April 4, 2024

As the school year nears its end, the pursuit of academic excellence remains at the forefront of every educator’s mind. It’s no secret that the last several years have presented unprecedented challenges, but within these challenges lie opportunities for growth and innovation. We are reaching out fr...

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Leveraging High-Dosage Tutoring Using ESSER Liquidation Extension

Published March 27, 2024

Leveraging High-Dosage Tutoring using ESSER liquidation extension As the education sector navigates through the complexities of recovering from the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s an urgent need for innovative solutions to address learning loss and academic disparities. One suc...

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The American Teacher Act: Legislation Seeking Fair Compensation for Educators

Published March 18, 2024

Teachers are responsible for shaping the future generations of leaders, professionals, and citizens. Most people can name at least one teacher who impacted or helped shape their life in some way. Despite the critical role they play in society, however, most teachers are often underpaid and undervalu...

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How SmartStart Education Delivers High-Dosage Tutoring Benefits

Published February 26, 2024

In the realm of post-pandemic education, the landscape has shifted dramatically, with a heightened focus on effective tutoring solutions to address learning gaps. A recent study by FutureEd underscores the significance of high-dosage tutoring, defining it as a structured program where small groups o...

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