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Supporting Schools Before Students Are at Risk: Early Warning Systems for Proactive Prevention
This paper explores the value of identifying early signs of distress in schools by examining leadership stability, staff management, culture, finances, and instructional programs.

Leading Voices Podcast Series Episode 19: 5 Strategies for Overcoming the Opioid Epidemic in Schools and Communities
In this Leading Voices episode, expert Jennifer Loeffler-Cobia joins host Grace Westermann to share five evidence-based strategies and explore how cross-sector collaboration can prevent opioid misuse and save lives.

Leading Voices Podcast Transcript Episode 19
Strategies for Overcoming the Opioid Epidemic in Schools and Communities Grace Westermann in conversation with Jennifer Loeffler-Cobia, Justice and Public Health Policy and Practice Director…
How Schools and Districts Are Taking Action on Student Health and Well-Being
This Spotlight explores how some schools and districts are promoting student health and well-being, including forming strategic partnerships and using trauma-informed practices.

Refining Accountability Systems to Better Inform Improvement Efforts
Mel Wylen and Mitch Herz detail a four-level hierarchy to help states design fair and actionable accountability systems that result in better outcomes.

Questions We Answer: How Can Education Leaders Choose High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIMs) for Math Teaching and Learning?
Welcome to our new blog series where WestEd mathematics education experts will tackle a common question in the field, offering education leaders practical strategies and guidance.

How Mathematical Conversations Engage Students and Improve Learning
Discover how structured mathematical conversations can boost student engagement and understanding, featuring insights from WestEd experts on creating classrooms where every student participates in meaningful math dialogue.

Impact of the Illustrative Math Curriculum on Math Achievement
Learn more about the first causal impact study of Illustrative Math curriculum showing pre-pandemic adopters saw higher gains, highlighting the power of strong implementation.

Building Evidence on What Works for School Safety
Ashley Boal examines school safety projects led by WestEd’s Justice and Prevention Research Center, exploring both completed studies with actionable findings and ongoing work that advances evidence for safer, more supportive schools.

Join WestEd at AEA’s Evaluation 2025 Conference
WestEd research and evaluation experts will present at Evaluation 2025, the American Evaluation Association’s Annual Conference, this November 10–14, in Kansas City, Missouri.
