October 29, 2024

Go ‘Inside the Education Lab’ and see how we’re unlocking potential for students nationwide

The Education Lab was recently highlighted in the University of Chicago’s Inside the Lab series, which features researchers working to solve some of the world’s toughest problems. The challenge we’re tackling is academic mismatch.

In our current system, students are organized into grades based on their age, then steadily pushed along what is an effect a K-12 assembly line from one grade to the next. This system works great if everything goes perfectly. However, any glitches in the system that cause a student to fall behind can create large gaps between what a student is taught and what they really need.

We invite you to come inside the Education Lab and learn how our experts are working with public school districts nationwide to address this challenge.

Watch the video and read the Q&A

Education Lab on the move

HolonIQ ‘Back to School’ Summit

Education Lab Executive Director Sadie Stockdale Jefferson joined a panel at the HolonIQ ‘Back to School’ Summit, focusing on boosting solution provider accountability and helping schools make smarter investments as federal relief dollars run out.

Sadie Stockdale Jefferson speaking at the HolonIQ ‘Back to School’ Summit

Council of Great City Schools Conference

Education Lab Portfolio Director Trayvon Braxton joined Chicago Public Schools leaders to present research on the district’s tutoring program. Early findings, while still preliminary, show promising signs that the program could significantly boost CPS students’ academic outcomes.

Trayvon Braxton presenting at the Council of the Great City Schools Conference

EVENT

Missing Out: Chicago’s Chronic Absenteeism Challenge

Join A Better Chicago, the Education Lab, and a panel of experts for a robust conversation about why chronic absenteeism has continued to persist in Chicago and nationally; why addressing the issue is critical for our city, system, and young people; and promising, evidence-based solutions to combat the crisis and improve the health, safety, and economic well-being of our communities.

Our panel of experts will be moderated by A Better Chicago’s CEO Beth Swanson and includes:

  • Dr. Monica Bhatt, Senior Research Director, University of Chicago Education Lab
  • Bogdana Chkoumbova, Chief Education Officer, Chicago Public Schools
  • Jasmine Gilstrap Hunter, Executive Director, Lion’s Pride

 

 

 

As the school year ramps up, we thank you for your continued support in making a difference in students’ lives.

In partnership,

 

 

Sadie Stockdale Jefferson, PhD
Executive Director
University of Chicago Education Lab