Learning Heroes (US)

?? 10 Years of Learning Heroes! ?? A decade ago, we began empowering families and educators with the tools to support their child's success. Thankful to these last ten years and the amazing work from our team of incredible staff, partners, and collaborators. Here's to another 10 years! ???? ???? Bibb Hubbard David Park Cindi Williams Windy A. Lopez-Aflitto Eyal Bergman, Ed.L.D. Shana McIver Michelle Chaudoir Cornelia Calliste-Cooper Howard Winchester Laura Morrisey

How can schools & families address chronic absenteeism together? Join Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Attendance Works Learning Heroes (US) EveryDay Labs & Dr. Shadae Harris on 12/3 @ 3pm ET to explore solutions through trust & collaboration #LearningTuesdays ?? Register: ow.ly/MkVI50Q4MTP

NEW: 1,436 public high schools have earned GreatSchools.org’s 2024 #CollegeSuccessAward! Learn more about how these schools are preparing students to succeed after high school: https://bit.ly/3xKVnRl

“For the first time, grades are not the number one factor. Teachers really are on the front lines in terms of communicating to families about where their kids are.” - Bibb Hubbard Read the new The 74 Media article by Linda Jacobson highlighting the recent 50CAN: The 50-State Campaign for Achievement Now survey results and the importance of building effective family-educator communication and partnership: https://lnkd.in/ejHPD9Ya

Strengthening family-school engagement to boost attendance is achievable with concerted action from districts, schools, and families. Here are three steps schools and districts can take to strengthen partnerships with families: 1. Incorporate family engagement into a district-level academic strategy. 2. Ensure that family engagement efforts focus attention on the benefits and opportunities of showing up to school consistently. 3. Partner with community agencies to offer supports that address barriers to attendance. Learn more on how educators and families can work together in combating #chronicabsenteeism in a new blog authored by Hedy Chang, Bibb Hubbard, Todd Rogers, and #RalphSmith. https://lnkd.in/eAPeB9_9

We’re excited to announce that Learning Heroes (US) and over 30 organizations have come together to address a critical challenge facing the Universal Service Fund (USF). By joining forces, we believe we can amplify our collective impact and build a stronger, more sustainable movement. Our approach is multifaceted, building on the strength of our existing coalitions while encouraging other organizations to join us and ensure the continued support of Universal Service Funds. This effort will require bipartisan collaboration and a wide range of actions—from submitting judicial amici briefs to mobilizing grassroots support and organizing effective communications. By pooling our resources, expertise, and influence, we can achieve a more significant, long-term solution to the recent misguided court decision threatening the USF Program. We need your support to make this vision a reality. Here’s how you can help: Join the Movement – Add your voice and help us grow the champions of this cause. https://lnkd.in/g53hNTXA Together, we can ensure the continued success and sustainability of the USF. Let’s act now to safeguard this vital resource for communities across the country.

Chronic absence is at a crisis level in the U.S. Chronic absence nearly doubled during the pandemic, with almost one in three students being chronically absent in 2021-22, and rates in many states continue to hover well above pre-pandemic levels. This new blog from Bibb Hubbard, founder & president, Learning Heroes (US) Heroes, Todd Rogers, professor of public policy, Harvard Kennedy School of Government and chief scientist, (an unpaid position), EveryDay Labs, Ralph Smith, managing director, Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, and Hedy Chang, executive director, Attendance Works, shares actions that schools, districts, and families can take to boost attendance by strengthening trusting relationships between home and school. Check out the blog and let us know what you think!

New survey reveals: Most teachers say they have had training in identifying students with learning differences, but less than 6 in 10 say they have enough knowledge to put this into practice for their students. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e64mNmba

Collaborative for Student Success Curriculum Catalyst Fellow Jennifer Smith advocates for ongoing teacher professional development to help better support students with learning differences throughout the school year. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eTwxKPq6

Statewide standardized testing has long been a cornerstone of public education, providing valuable insights into school performance and driving improvement. But federally mandated testing has become increasingly divisive, complicating new initiatives and stalling a national conversation on raising academic standards. Join FutureEd at Georgetown for a webinar on the future of standardized testing to help move this important conversation forward. Moderated by FutureEd Senior Fellow Lynn Olson. Register: https://lnkd.in/ez88A6_u