This spotlight takes a look at the history of Title I, how the program has changed over time, and how it affects children, schools, families and education policy. Experts weigh in on the program's past and future in interviews, briefs, and blogs.
Similar to other countries, the U.S. has had a long running shortage of nurses. While the nursing shortage existed long before the COVID-19 pandemic, this crisis highlights the critical need for nurses in a healthcare system that is strained. In this white paper we offer recommendations and considerations for when ...
Are you still wondering what is in state ESSA plans? Or what might change in schools as a result? AIR and EducationCounsel met to discuss the trends across ESSA plans and what must come next to significantly improve outcomes for students among lowest-performing schools.
Kwelin Waller is senior program manager with the AIR Equity Initiative. Waller works to combine research and technical assistance with real-world applications, leading the Equity Initiative's work in the interconnected areas of workforce development, community health and well-being. Additionally, she leads the AIR Scholars and Leaders Award grant competition, an initiative that ...
For more than 15 years, AIR has led the National Reporting System for Adult Education for the Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE). AIR developed the adult education accountability system—the NRS—and from its inception developed a parallel line of technical assistance activities to ensure its effective implementation and use. ...
AIR will lead a federally funded network designed to increase the evidence base on career and technical education (CTE) programs. The Career and Technical Education Research Network is funded through the Institute of Education Sciences, with the goals of sharing information, building new knowledge, and assisting leaders and practitioners in ...
Megan Scott is a TA Consultant in the Workforce Program Area at AIR. Scott has extensive experience in apprenticeship, workforce development, and non-profit work. As part of the TA team for the State Apprenticeship Expansion project, Scott provides customized coaching to state grantees and develops technical assistance resources and training ...