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We transform public school systems into learner-centered organizations that provide every student with the high-quality learning experiences they need to thrive.

OUR APPROACH TO EQUITY-FOCUSED SYSTEMS CHANGE

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Partner with ed leaders to innovate and solve challenging problems

 

We provide evidence-based, context-specific, and actionable research, policy, and legal expertise grounded in transforming systems.

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Develop a new generation of public sector leaders

 

We build aspiring leaders' expertise in organizational design, democratic accountability, continuous improvement, and transformational change.

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Generate, consolidate, share, and apply knowledge

 

We regularly share what we learn through our research, frameworks, tools, and partnerships.

Highlights from our Work

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Latest Research

 

Teacher contracts are a frequently overlooked yet essential lever for preparing students to live in a constantly changing world. This report explores innovative contracting approaches that can lead to improved learning experiences, a stronger profession, and flexible, iterative, individualized, and continuously improving classrooms.  

Read the report

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Partnership Insights

 

How are education leaders using technology to strengthen how they engage families in their children’s learning? Listen in on our inspiring SXSW EDU conversation with leaders from NYC Public Schools, Robin Hood, and The GIANT Room. 

Listen to the conversation

 

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Alumni Impact

 

As an education lawyer, Julia Choi navigates legal issues from special education and employment to fiscal management and school operations so that school leaders can focus on supporting students and their futures. 

Read Julia's story