Much food for thought here…The 10-Year Test for Durable Schools | American Enterprise Institute - AEI aei.org/op-eds/the-10-…
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Gamba Family Foundation
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Gamba Family Foundation
@GambaFdn
We help scale quality education solutions to narrow gaps in achievement and opportunity, and alleviate the burden of college tuition.
Washington, DC Katılım Eylül 2018
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We love this idea! Reminds us of the work Decoding Dyslexia DC has been focused on and Reach Out And Read in DC and NYC. As literacy rates lag, a pediatric hospital is screening for reading ability | CNN cnn.com/2026/02/26/hea…
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“It's an Absolute Wasteland” Appreciate @educationweek spotlight. Literacy support for 6-12 students & teachers is too often overlooked. @Storyshares edweek.org/teaching-learn…
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“When aligned w the science of reading, AI can surface better signals for teachers & leaders, reduce lag between assessment & action & free educators to focus on explicit, systematic & joyful instruction.” #ReallyGreatReading #SoR
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Children get what they need in school when teachers get more of what makes them better. Districts serious about improving outcomes invest in the practical support that aligns with rigorous expectations. the74million.org/article/super-…
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“Guaranteed access meets students where they are, supports those needing more time & accelerates those mathematically ready. It’s optional; parents make the final decision to enroll students in advanced coursework in middle school…” the74million.org/article/when-e…
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Pleased to see @CenterCityPCS @FriendshipPCS @empowerk12 @jbootsdatanerd featured by @K12DiveNews Solving for success: DC’s citywide effort to boost math achievement k12dive.com/news/solving-f… via @K12DiveNews
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We’re so excited to partner with the Reading League NY on our upcoming webinar:
“Beyond Silent Reading: Practical Strategies for the Reading Block in Grades 6–12.”
🗓 Wednesday, February 25
⏰ 7:00 PM EST
Join us live and register now:
us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
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The application is open for students experiencing homelessness to be candidates in the SHC Scholarship Program. schoolhouseconnection.org/program/schola…
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We support DC’s high-performing charters bec they’re public, nonprofit & kids thrive. Bec parents seek best-fit, 2 kids often attend traditional & charters from same family. As charters grew, DC’s results shot from worst to 1st; rising tides for all boats.
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“Fundraising runs on belief, and belief runs on narrative.” John Campbell (FundEd Strategies) on the narrative gap costing us dollars and political will. charterfolk.org/charterfolk-co…
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Loved all the examples of how AI can be an asset for teachers, for student collaboration and for reading/writing growth @The74 the74million.org/article/how-ai…
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High-Poverty DC Charter School Students Outscore Wealthy Neighbors in Math. This is what narrowing the achievement gap looks like. TY @Jo_Napolitano for reporting. TY for relentless analysis @jbootsdatanerd @empowerK12 @The74 the74million.org/article/high-p…
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We’re thrilled to see another DC #BOLDschool & @empowerK12 analysis in the news. Center City Congress Heights school proves excellent results are generated by relentless attn to systems, culture & care. dcboldschools.org @The74 the74million.org/article/high-p…
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Thx @jbootsdatanerd for article in fordhaminstitute.org re @empowerk12 research linking a point reduction in DC’s end of year test for ea day of missed school. Incredible efforts by @Center_CityPCS , #DCPrep Anacostia to engage students. @educationgadfly
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Chronic absenteeism is one of education's most stubborn challenges, yet @CenterCityPCS Congress Heights and DC Prep Anacostia have shown significant improvement, now leading the pack in Ward 8. #DCCharterProud Read more from @empowerk12's Josh Boots: fordhaminstitute.org/national/comme…
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We’re excited to support a pilot of literacy coaches embedded in @pgcps MD schools. Led by Dr. Carey Wright, State Superintendent of Education in MD (former State Superintendent of Education in Mississippi). High expectations are met w high support!
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Thank you for the reporting @jonathanreports . We are pleased to see @DPApcs featured in print and on Netflix. It’s important to understand the heart & soul that’s so often devoted to students, but not so often spotlighted for the world to see.
Jonathan Edwards@jonathanreports
A D.C. teacher stars in the new season of "Queer Eye." Michael Devereaux, a high school history teacher, insisted his participation in the Netflix makeover show help others at Digital Pioneers Academy. The result: a new teachers' lounge. wapo.st/49OrUbk
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Great news in DC public schools! hoodline.com/2026/01/san-fr…
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25-26 Dr. E.B. Henderson Essay Contest | Washington Wizards nba.com/wizards/essayc…
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Strong reporting from @Smervosh @nytimes. It would be insightful if all adults, not just teachers, were expected to take student proficiency tests. How Mississippi Transformed Its Schools From Worst to Best nytimes.com/2026/01/11/us/…
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