Power of the Question
Twenty-four state boards of education have at least one student board member serving in a voting or nonvoting capacity. But inclusion alone does not guarantee meaningful, effective participation.
Press Release
Inclusion alone does not guarantee meaningful participation, notes the report.
The Standard - Column
In Washington, DC, student involvement in policymaking is more than symbolic.
The Standard - Article
The state bets big on a long-term strategy to marshal resources to help the neediest students and improve their schools.
The Standard
Authors in this issue of the Standard suggest myriad ways in which communities can be force multipliers for ensuring that all children are engaged in learning and prepared to thrive as adults.
Policy Update
Many state boards of education reserve a seat at the board table for students. But representation is only the first step. Students need to be proactive and receive mentorship to be effective in their state board roles.
Power of the Question
Despite most states requiring participation in physical education, a national survey finds access in K-12 schools is severely lacking. State leaders can improve access to physical education starting with these five questions.
The Standard
Authors explore the reasons why students increasingly feel uninspired and disengaged at school and outline steps state leaders can take to help schools and districts increase students’ engagement and connectedness.
