I was really inspired…to think about what do innovation and transformation look like?...How do we drive that from the classroom up? To ensure we're structuring both the supports, the training, how time is used throughout the day in a way that centers what teachers tell us is most important, and what the data shows us […]
This Funder-to-Funder session was a continuation of a series of conversations focused on early math that began in 2020. This session explored how funders are working creatively and with growing impact to ensure that more children get a stronger start in this critical building block of early school success. Jessica Tilli, Ed.D., of The […]
In this follow-on discussion to our January session with executives from the Children’s Literacy Initiative and other leaders, we picked up on the notion that a primary key to dispelling misunderstandings about the science of reading is realizing there are multiple sciences that need to be taken into consideration for the vast diversity in race, nationality, background, and especially […]
In this session, Lorelle Atkinson of The Aspen Institute described the Institute as an organization that ignites human potential to build understanding and create new possibilities for a better world by driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action. She explained how Aspen is leaning into values-driven, nonpartisan messaging and emphasized the importance of being a […]
“We need reform and resources. I mean, that's been the recipe forever. So I just think we have to be honest that if we fail at reform, we invite revolution.” — Michael J. Petrilli, Thomas B. Fordham Institute In our first session of the year, on January 7, we gathered a few of the education sector’s […]
Our vision is to ensure that all of the nation’s elementary schools are led by principals who not only understand the science of young children’s learning and development but also are skilled in creating the school climates that nurture the unique aspects of high-quality teaching and learning across P–3. – Kristie Kauerz, Ed.D. CGLR's April […]
"One of the things that districts can learn is that you can benefit from this proactive collaborative partnership, with not only community-based early childhood programs, but also school-based programs, by aligning curriculum, sharing resources, sharing data and most importantly, engaging families." – Superintendent Andrea Berry-Brown, Ed.D., School District of the City of York, Pennsylvania Dear […]
CGLR leading partner and renowned education advocate Andy Rotherham of Bellwether moderated the session. Rotherham shared how he is passionate about the trusting relationships that can help get “left of boom” (see below) by creating the positive school culture and climate needed to give students outlets to express their concerns and fears, which might otherwise lead to dangerous […]