This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Here’s what we’re reading: Homeless youth need more than basics, PSU study finds The Portland Tribune breaks down a study from Portland State University that suggests building self-esteem may have…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. “I started living on the streets because my home wasn’t safe. I kept getting kicked out. Foster care wasn’t great for me, so I would be back on the street……
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Michigan State University’s (MSU) fourth and most recent Food Literacy and Engagement Poll shows that 88 percent of respondents take steps to reduce food waste. • How can…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Alissa Greenberg reports on the suffering that the mega farms of California inflict on the citizens that live near them. • How can policies better protect the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for Education Next, Anna J. Egalite discusses a new report by Seth Gershenson about matching teachers and students based on demographic characteristics. · Why is it important…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for Getting Smart, Arlena Gaynor shares how Dallas ISD has integrated formative assessments into the classroom and analyzes how it impacts a student’s mindset. · What are…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · The Marshall Project tells the story of Sophie McMullan and how the criminal justice system punished her from crimes she did not commit. Due to an accomplice liability law,…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Physical activity used as healthy coping mechanisms for individuals with adverse childhood experiences can help build resilience. • More healthcare professionals are taking in account the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Wendy McMahon at EdSurge, interviews Lemma Shomali, Director of K-12 Products at Gale, about how the organization’s tool helps both students and teachers personalize learning curriculum.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Speaking more than one language is a valuable asset, but schools often treat students who are bilingual and speak English as a second language as disadvantaged. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • City leaders are tapping into data to figure out policies that will improve the prospects of people struggling in communities across the country. By closely tracking the…
Giving Compass’ Take: • The Annie E. Casey Foundation explains why children are likely to be undercounted in the 2020 census and what an undercount will mean for the public and…