What if the keys to improving student academic performance and their engagement in school could be found in the everyday practices happening in schools across New York state? That’s the question driving NYKids’ newest study. Building on two decades of research into what helps educators achieve better outcomes for …
This latest blog shares highlights from our Deep Dive podcast episode with Dr. Jenay F. E. Willis from the University of Mississippi! Dr. Willis is a researcher and scholar practitioner who draws from her own experiences as a Black woman …
We are grateful to the members of our NYKids Advisory Board who gathered on December 8th for our annual meeting. Their dedication to supporting NYKids in providing relevant research and improvement resources for educators across New York State is invaluable. …
We hope you will join us in celebrating another inspiring year of research and meaningful collaboration! NYKids is thrilled to share our end-of-the-year blog, highlighting our team’s research, school improvement work, blogs, and presentations. Diving deep into 2025 with new …
Teaching has always been a demanding profession, but the COVID-19 pandemic amplified educators’ stress levels in new ways. In this unprecedented crisis, educators encountered a whirlwind of challenges including rapid shifts to remote learning and navigating health protocols. While most …
As K-12 educators navigate increasingly complex educational landscapes, professional learning opportunities to foster collaboration and community have never been more critical. This year’s University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA) Convention promises to deliver cutting-edge insights and practical strategies through sessions …
Understanding the Complex Challenges Facing Today’s Schools Education policy faces unprecedented challenges. Teacher shortages plague districts nationwide, and school discipline policies spark heated debates. Meanwhile, funding formulas struggle to address the comprehensive needs of students and educators alike in communities …
By Kristen C. Wilcox and Aaron Leo About Chuck Dedrick: Our Latest Podcast Guest We are delighted to announce a new podcast with Dr. Charles S. Dedrick, one of NYKids’ valued advisory board members. Dr. Dedrick has served as Executive …
On this week’s Deep Dive episode, NYKids Research Assistant, Jessie Tobin, interviews Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher from Ohio State University (OSU). Dr. Anderson-Butcher is a Professor in the College of Social Work at OSU, and her areas of expertise are positive …
By, Maria I. Khan Educational Improvement Science (EIS) has emerged as one of the most promising approaches in transforming how schools and systems respond to persistent challenges. Unlike traditional reforms that often rely on top-down solutions, EIS emphasizes disciplined inquiry, …