"Unfortunately, schools in Pennsylvania and across the nation are under attack and facing financial shortfalls. This is a result of decisions by both the state and federal governments to reduce or eliminate critical funding." www.mcall.com/2025/05/16/o...

Community colleges are shifting from remedial courses, responding to research showing they hinder degree completion. Our study finds that innovative, student-ready teaching strategies are also critical in boosting student success. www.tandfonline.com/eprint/T6CW6...

Holistic student supports are reshaping postsecondary pathways. Our latest blog examines evidence-based strategies that address academic, financial, and social barriers to student success. www.researchforaction.org/news-events/...

Ever wondered who’s behind the research at RFA? Meet our amazing team of education researchers! 📝 Fun fact: We have marathon runners, amateur chefs, and even a ukulele player on staff! 🎸🍳 Get to know us: www.researchforaction.org/meet-the-team/

PA’s school funding disparities are among the worst in the nation. High-poverty districts receive less, not more, than their wealthier peers, a pattern unlike most states. We have both a moral and legal imperative to correct this decades-old policy failure. www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025...

This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we celebrate the vital role of teachers & spotlight our latest research that informs policy and practice to support the teaching workforce. Explore our recent publications and join us in honoring educators everywhere by becoming more informed about the profession.

We are privileged to witness the incredible dedication of educators in our work every day. This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we challenge you to honor the heart and soul that countless teachers pour into our youth. Their impact lasts a lifetime. #ThankATeacher

We're celebrating Dae Kim's selection as a William T. Grant AQC Scholar at ICQCM (@jhu.edu)! This well-deserved recognition highlights Dr. Kim's dedication and expertise in critical data science. We're excited to see all that he will accomplish through this fellowship. Congratulations, Dae!

Just released: RFA’s latest newsletter! Stay informed on: • Funding inadequacies in Pennsylvania • A new project on teacher effectiveness • Insights on out-of-school time program funding Don’t miss out. Subscribe now for research that drives change: www.researchforaction.org

Pennsylvania must end educational inequity and ensure all children attend quality schools | Opinion .@davidblapp www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025...

Pennsylvania’s school funding gaps are among the nation’s worst. @davidlapp.bsky.social’s latest op-ed calls for urgent action to ensure ALL kids have access to quality education and finally shed PA’s reputation as a “state of inequity.” 🔗 Read more: www.pennlive.com/opinion/2025...

At RFA, we believe research has the power to transform education systems and create a more equitable future for all students. Our latest reports expose school funding inequities, the impact of student mobility on English Learners, and the challenges faced by students experiencing homelessness.

Districts with the biggest funding gaps have TWICE the rate of economically disadvantaged students (70% vs. 34%). The trend holds for other students with high needs, including those experiencing homelessness, in special education, and learning English. www.researchforaction.org/research-res...

CA community colleges are adopting corequisite courses, as they reform traditional #DEVED. Corequisites CAN work, but RFA's 5-year study shows mixed outcomes in CA. Why? Variations in implementation & barriers like registration & unit load are factors. 🌐

#ATTN - Black teachers play a critical role in shaping equitable and inclusive educational systems, and their participation in participatory action research (PAR) projects is vital for advancing a just education system.

Report details inequities in Pennsylvania's most underfunded school districts

Imagine this: Every student in Pennsylvania has access to:📚 High-quality teachers🏫 Fully resourced schools🎓 The support they need to succeed...

Building inclusive classrooms starts with diverse educators. In Pennsylvania, we've found a significant gap between the diversity of teachers and students. Check out this insightful piece exploring why teacher diversity matters and learn more about our research:

We offered a paid research internship for seven Black high school students who designed a youth participatory action research project exploring their Black peers’ experiences with their teachers and interest in becoming one. Here is some of what they said. #youthvoiceweek

Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for driving impact through education? We’re looking for a Senior Director of Finance to join our dynamic team! 🗓️ Inquire Within www.researchforaction.org/careers/

Our team is there! Kri Burkander and Taylor Stenley will present on Student Outcomes and the Role of Faculty Mindset in #DevEd. See us at 3:30 in the session - 4.09 - College Coursework and Postsecondary Outcomes I.

Exciting news! Our team is presenting at #AEFP2025! Don't miss our team discussing the role of faculty mindset in student outcomes in the wake of reforms to #DevEd. Join us there on March 13th. 📅 Check it out here: buff.ly/iYTJ2zZ

👩‍🏫 This #WomensHistoryMonth, let's honor the women who shaped early childhood education. Did you know 97% of early educators are women, yet low pay leads to nearly 30% turnover in programs like Head Start? Here's RFA's Kendall LaParo with a tribute and a look at the data. buff.ly/ABu9WbQ #ECE #whm

Black teachers in our new limited series podcast view their work as a continuation of the legacy left by trailblazers like Dubois and Bethune - a fight for liberation and justice. Learn more about the series here. buff.ly/VAYcxRD

🔍 Data can feel like a puzzle with missing pieces—is your organization struggling to make it all fit? RFA's Molly Pileggi breaks down 3 common data challenges & how to solve them. Looking for expert guidance? Our TA services can help you turn complex data into actionable insights.

RFA's @alynturner.bsky.social will speak tomorrow at the Philly event. See you there at 11 am.

𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒆𝒅, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒕: Incarcerated students face enormous barriers to education. With the generous support of Ascendium Education Group, Research for Action is stepping up to examine reforms affecting this student population. www.researchforaction.org/news-events/...

🚸 What if every child in your city had access to enriching afterschool & summer programs? Join us #tomorrow to dive into how cities can expand opportunities for youth by: 📌Building partnerships 📌Supporting existing programs 📌Acting as local afterschool intermediaries www.nlc.org/events/expan...

#TONIGHT - Join us for the launch of a limited series podcast exploring issues Black teachers face and potential solutions. Hosted by teacher-researchers Andrea Barnes & Vicki Green! REGISTER TO JOIN US 🌐 www.researchforaction.org/event/black-...

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒊𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒚 𝒔𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒄 𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒖𝒆𝒔 𝒍𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒎?

Join the National League of Cities for an insightful webinar on expanding access to high-quality afterschool and summer programs in your city! Our own Dr. Tracey Hartmann from Research for Action will present alongside experts Wendy McClanahan and Raegena Lawrence.

On 2/10 at 6 PM, we’re hosting Black at the Whiteboard, a virtual listening party focused on amplifying Black voices in education. This event will launch our new limited-series podcast and feature discussions that highlight the experiences of Black educators, addressing both challenges & successes.

Leana Cabral, PhD!!! 🎉 The team at RFA is so incredibly proud of you for defending your dissertation! Time to celebrate all that hard work paying off. Please join us in congratulating our senior researcher on this milestone. www.researchforaction.org/about-rfa/me...

The Great Teacher Resignation hit Black educators in Philly long before COVID. Find out what they're saying about racism in schools. RFA Senior Research Associate Leana Cabral shared her recent research in @us.theconversation.com theconversation.com/we-interview...

Is Act 158 delivering on its promise? Join RFA at a webinar tomorrow with Philly Schools' Office of Research and Evaluation. Dr. @alynturner.bsky.social will offer a deep dive into Philadelphia's first year under this landmark Pennsylvania law. Sign up here. philasd-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...