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4 Key Strategies for Building Better Schools Our new report, Building Better Schools: Insights from Innovative Public Schools, uncovers 4 key strategies to help school leaders improve student outcomes. Our partners at Bellwether conducted school visits, observations, and interviews to identify what’s working in innovative schools. From visionary leadership to continuous improvement, these strategies are helping schools create environments where students thrive. ?? Read the blog for more insights: https://bit.ly/3ZgNzoG ?? Explore the full report: https://bit.ly/3ToNqMt #EducationLeadership #StudentSuccess #InnovativeSchools

Teachers are dedicated to the success of their students. So how can we make it easier for them to thrive in their roles? We discuss in our latest blog. ??https://lnkd.in/ebcQGGz5

This Week's Innovation in Education and Philanthropy Roundup: ?? Reimagining Teaching: As schools reopen, the teaching profession needs a redesign. Learn how Gen Z values like flexibility and collaboration — and generative AI — can transform education. ?? https://lnkd.in/ebcQGGz5 ?? Catch Frances Messano: Our CEO speaks at the Nonprofit Management Institute at Stanford on Sept. 17, discussing funder-nonprofit partnerships. ?? https://lnkd.in/gMJG-z-Q ?? Camelback Ventures Fellowship: Early-stage founders in education or tech, apply for the 2025 Camelback Fellowship. Applications open Sept. 3 - Sept. 23. ?? https://lnkd.in/gN5JbyY ?? AI & Civil Rights: A new paper by Educating All Learners Alliance and New America explores AI’s impact on students with disabilities. ?? https://lnkd.in/gyGNCtir ??? Supporting Leaders of Color: Harrison Peters shares strategies to support resilient leaders of color in education. ?? https://lnkd.in/de6VHsCX

Come work with us! NewSchools is hiring an Analyst to support all strategic data efforts of our Innovative Schools investment area. If you love data and helping teams use data to make great decisions, this role could be for you. Starting salary range is $83,000 - $105,000. Application open until September 20th at 12pm PT, with a priority deadline of September 13th. ?? Visit here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eH8dXEXK #hiring #remote #data #analyst #dataanalytics #k12education #philanthrophy

This fall, we’ll be announcing a new funding opportunity for innovators with bold visions for the future of education. Stay tuned for more details! For the latest updates, subscribe to our newsletter: https://bit.ly/nsvfnews

How can we redesign teaching to fulfill Gen Z’s desire for flexible, purposeful work? Discover the new approaches and AI-driven ideas we're supporting to transform the profession. https://lnkd.in/ebcQGGz5

Through personalized coaching, strategic funding, and a supportive network, we’re proud to offer innovators the tools they need to scale their impact in education. ??

“If we want a student-centered education system and better outcomes, then we must empower and amplify the voices of families.” Learn how cognitive scientist Antoinette Banks of Expert IEP turned the personal challenge of supporting her daughter with learning differences into a mission for inclusive learning. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/e2-ZAnnm

Just sitting here thinking about the inspiring community of leaders out there whose dedication fuels progress in education and shapes a future where every young person can reach their full potential. Happy Friday!

The SXSW EDU 2025 PanelPicker is now open for community voting, featuring a strong lineup from NewSchools. Explore our proposed panels and cast your vote for your favorites! Advancing Innovation for Students with Disabilities with Erin Stark ?? https://lnkd.in/ePX7X78Y Reimagining Research Together: New Measures for New Models with Jason Atwood ?? https://lnkd.in/etJTYe7u AI: Advancing or Undermining Social Justice for Students? with Cameron White ?? https://lnkd.in/etTeQ7K4 Innovate & Educate: Diverse Funding Models for Ed R&D with Frances Messano ?? https://lnkd.in/eVSHQ4gz