Join us for lessons learned through the IL-PART Grant, what the data tell us, tools you can use and much more that will be shared at this one day immersive event.
Unit: Center for the Study of Education Policy
Creating fairer colleges
In his latest video, Jim Applegate, visiting professor at the Center for the Study of Education Policy, charts the path to creating colleges where all students have a fair shot at completing a college degree and success gaps for underserved students are eliminated.
Education organizations announce new coalition: Teachers for Illinois’ Future
A diverse coalition of teachers, K-12 administrators, higher education institutions, and advocacy organizations have come together to call on leaders to address the state’s urgent need to increase the number of teachers and to elevate the teaching profession in 2018 and beyond.
The coalition, Teachers for Illinois’ Future: Investing in Teachers for All Students Today and Tomorrow, has a vision that all students, especially those who need the most, have access to the teachers they need to prepare them for college and career.
Training announcement: Developmental Appropriate Practices
Two different Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) Trainings have been planned.
Learn more about Illinois’ Home Visiting Systems and Preschool Transitions
Have you ever wondered what home visiting programs do? Or, how to better connect with families receiving home visiting services? The Illinois Birth-to-Third Grade (B-3) Continuity Project is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, April 11, 2018.
Illinois Birth-to-Third Grade (B-3) Continuity Conference
The Illinois Birth-to-Third Grade (B-3) Continuity Conference is set for June 13-14, 2018 at the Double Tree Hotel in Bloomington, Illinois.
IL-PART 2018 Symposium – Save the date
Save the date for the upcoming IL-PART 2018 Symposium to be held May 7, 2018 in Bloomington, IL. Join us for lessons learned, what the data tells us, tools you can use and much more that will be shared at this one day immersive event.
Making America Smarter: The Importance of International Students
U.S. universities have long been a magnet for international talent benefiting domestic students, colleges, and the country as a whole. In this video, Dr. Applegate documents those benefits and the dangers of putting that talent pipeline at risk through short-sighted policies and fearful rhetoric.
Building a Data Infrastructure Meeting
Several members of the Center for the Study of Education Policy met with key stakeholders in the state of Illinois January 22.
4th Annual Illinois Birth to Third (B-3) Grade Continuity Conference
We are seeking applicants to share about the B-3 advancements they have made in their communities at the upcoming B-3 Continuity Conference.