National Comprehensive Center for Teacher Quality and Public Agenda
This report is part of a three-part series that explores why new teachers enter the teaching profession, what their expectations are, and what factors contribute to their desire to stay in or leave
In this interview, Judith Johnson, superintendent of the Peekskill (New York) City School District, discusses the role of the school district in creating an effective learning environment. Johnson also speaks about some of the challenges of implementation, the consequences of a poor learning environment, and the role of community partners.
This report draws on diverse sources to provide data on the numbers and rates of public school students who dropped out of high school in school years 2002
This Web site provides a variety of publications and toolkits on issues including gang prevention, strengthening families, and improving afterschool programs. The resources on this Web site, though written mainly for municipal leaders, may be useful to SS/HS grantees in thinking about collaborating with partners.
This brochure aims to help school officials better understand the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) so that they can act decisively and quickly when safety issues arise.
Feeling stressed? If you or someone you know has been affected by a disaster and needs immediate assistance, please call this toll-free number for information, support, and counseling. You will be connected to the nearest crisis center.
When children, teens, and adults are dealing with the stress from crisis situations, talking may not be enough. These resources provide ideas about what to do you can do at home to help children, family members, and yourself cope.
