Understanding the Teacher Pipeline for Indiana’s K–12 Public Schools

Leaders at the Indiana Commission for Higher Education and the Indiana Department of Education are concerned about teacher shortages and want a better understanding of the teacher pipeline for the state’s K–12 public schools. This study examined the characteristics of and outcomes for students who enrolled in an Indiana public college or university and pursued a bachelor’s degree in education at any point in college. The study also explored factors related to completion of a bachelor’s degree. A related infographic highlights the study’s key findings.

Trends and Gaps in Reading Achievement across Kindergarten and Grade 1 in Two Illinois School Districts

This REL Midwest study describes trends and gaps in reading achievement across kindergarten and grade 1 in two diverse Illinois school districts: the 2016/17 kindergarten cohort of District U–46 (Elgin Area Schools) and the 2017/18 kindergarten cohort of District 186 (Springfield Public Schools). Drawing on a different reading assessment in each district, the study revealed gaps in reading achievement. Related infographics share key findings for each district.

Learning for a Lifetime

This documentary, produced in partnership with Twin Cities Public Television, highlights efforts across Minnesota to implement social and emotional learning for high school students.