- The race factor
The race factor
Studies show environmental factors, NOT genetics, influence school achievement. So, why do Asian-American students consistently perform above average and why do White students perform better than their Black and Latino peers? {more}
- Why school culture matters:
Why school culture matters:
Research shows that schools with a positive culture foster academic improvement, cohesion, collaborative decision-making, professional development and staff and student learning. {more}
- 3 Reasons To Stay Engaged
3 Reasons To Stay Engaged
Research shows these three factors are among the most influential in keeping students engaged in school and in learning. How do the experiences of the children or students in your home or school reflect these motivations? {more}
- What is school culture?
What is school culture?
• A collaborative educational system that celebrates the accomplishments of students and teachers, allocates the necessary time for teachers to collaborate and improve; invites parents to contribute their ideas and opinions, in addition to their resources; and coalesces necessary partners to support the myriad needs of poor students.
- Top 4 Reasons Students Tune Out In School
Top 4 Reasons Students Tune Out In School
An online student blog offered a Top 10 list of reasons (directed to teachers from a student’s perspective) why students tune out in school. Here are the top four ... {more}
- 1 in 5 Students Hide Their Intelligence
1 in 5 Students Hide Their Intelligence
Studies show a peer culture that does not esteem or reward academic achievement as much as it does other achievements is a powerful force that sustains the achievement gap. {more}
Change School Culture, Change Lives
The research says it all. American students in general, and African-American students in particular, are disengaged from the learning process and unmotivated to aim high. We are committed to supporting environments that keep students motivated and engaged in learning, and inspired toward higher academic ambition. {Learn more}
