An illustrative look at how elementary school principals spend their workweek

A new snapshot illustrates how 100 elementary principals report spending their time, with more detailed information about instructional supports they provide or arrange for their teachers. » More info

How States and Districts Used Title II, Part A Funds in 2019-20

A new report on the $2 billion Title II, Part A program finds that districts used over half of those funds to provide professional development, most commonly focused on improving instructional practice and teacher content knowledge. » More info

A Look at the Evidence for Adult Education Strategies

A new snapshot summarizes a systematic review of existing rigorous research on the effectiveness of particular adult education strategies. » More info

State and District Use of Title II, Part A Funds in 2018-19

A new IES report finds that districts most often used key federal funds for improving educator quality to provide professional development. » More info

Study of College Transition Messaging in GEAR UP: Impacts on Enrolling and Staying in College

A new IES report finds that texting high school seniors both messages customized to their college and interactive advice did not improve their college enrollment or persistence. » More info