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Bridging the Gap Between Correctional Education and Careers

Education programs in correctional settings prepare people for meaningful work, yet employment barriers after release remain high. Discover how employers can tap into this skilled, motivated workforce.

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Strengthening Charter School Ecosystems Through Dual Capacity Building: Lessons From New Hampshire

By investing in both school-level expertise and authorizer capacity, New Hampshire strengthened its charter school system, making it better able to serve students and families.

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New Research Explores What Longitudinal Early Literacy Data Reveal About Persistent Reading Gaps

WestEd researchers analyzed early literacy screening data to examine what happens to students who begin the year at risk for reading difficulty. The findings raise questions about how early screening data are used and how long students are allowed to remain at risk without additional support.

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AI Readiness in Education: A Q&A With WestEd’s Jodi Davenport

Jodi Davenport, Vice President of Learning, Technology, and Innovation at WestEd, shares insights on how leaders can build shared understanding, strengthen professional confidence, and approach AI in ways that remain grounded in people and purpose.

Jodi Davenport, Vice President of Learning, Technology, and Innovation at WestEd
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Inside One District’s Effort to Strengthen School and Central Office Collaboration: Q&A With Kathy Hinz and Lauryn Fullerton

Learn how Crystal Lake District 47 used WestEd’s Leadership Playbook to build leadership capacity, strengthen trust, and support systemwide improvement.

Inside One District’s Effort to Strengthen School and Central Office Collaboration: Q&A With Kathy Hinz and Lauryn Fullerton
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Turning Research Into Results: WestEd Experts Share Insights on Educational Excellence 

In this Spotlight blog, learn how WestEd supports education and local government leaders through community-driven evaluation, research–practice partnerships, and data-informed strategies.

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Top 2025 Podcast Episodes for Education Leaders: Insights & Strategies 

Explore this list of WestEd’s top podcast episodes of 2025 to revisit this year’s most powerful discussions or uncover fresh ideas to drive meaningful change and inspire new work in 2026.   

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2025’s Most Viewed Webinars for Education Leaders 

Explore this list of WestEd’s most viewed webinars for education leaders in 2025 to revisit these important conversations and spark new ideas for 2026.

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Ensuring Literacy Success Across the Disciplines for Students With Disabilities 

Explore evidence-based strategies from WestEd experts on how schools can design assessment systems that support students with disabilities, ensuring they receive foundational reading help while accessing rigorous, grade-level content across all subject areas.

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How Can We Build Assessment Systems That Work for Students With Disabilities? 

Discover key strategies from WestEd experts on how school and district leaders can design intentional assessment systems that close opportunity and outcome gaps for students with disabilities and support accessible learning for all.

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