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How Constraint-Driven Innovation May Improve Outcomes
In this op-ed, our Foundation's Vice President, Anu Malipatil, spotlights the incredible innovation our grantees have shown within the constraints of the coronavirus pandemic. Much of this innovation incorporates technology, something that was previously a nice-to-have and is now a necessity.
Connecting Teachers and Families to Improve Kindergarten Readiness
A strong family-school relationship is essential this year. We spotlight four grantees whose proven experience in connecting families with educators makes them uniquely positioned to deliver meaningful impact for children in an especially difficult time.
Op-Ed: Parent Coaching Can Relieve Stress, Bolster Babies’ Language Skills and Create a Deeper Sense of Community
Parent coaching takes many different forms, but we’ve found two recurring themes that open the doors of possibility for parents and children.
Adjusting Our Grantmaking To Meet the Moment
In response to COVID-19 and grantee feedback, we updated our grantmaking to be more transparent and streamlined, focusing on understanding and meeting community needs more than ever before.
Innovation: Rethinking the Role of Teachers
Within crisis often hides opportunity, and what’s emerging through COVID-19 is the opportunity for teachers to rethink how to best engage with and teach their students.
Standing in Solidarity, and Lifting Up Stories of Impact
During this difficult time, we are proud to support and stand in solidarity with our grantee partners, many of whom support Black children to overcome inequity and achieve their tremendous potential. In this post, we highlight four grantee partners who are making an immense difference in the lives of Black children and families across the country.
Bright Spots: Celebrating Teachers During COVID-19
To wrap up Teacher Appreciation Month, we celebrate and highlight stories of educators who are playing a critical role in supporting and teaching their students.
Supporting Schools Through COVID-19 and Beyond
A synthesis of interviews that illuminates what school leaders are considering as they think about the future of education, especially the role technology can play in both virtual and physical settings going forward.
Math Can’t Wait for School to Reopen — How Teachers Can Empower Parents to Create ‘Math Time’ for Their Kids at Home
With prolonged school shutdowns on the horizon, now is the perfect opportunity to make "math time" as common at home as it is in the classroom.