concentrated poverty

Teachers Dealt a Losing Hand

Teachers Dealt a Losing Hand

Studies show that the number of students entering teacher programs is less than in previous years. Today, we’re featuring an op-ed by Bryan Sorohan who responds with an issue he believes the average person forgets when they consider what it is like to be a teacher…

Behavior data hits close to home

Behavior data hits close to home

The behavior data at Iroquois High School is bound to scare away good teachers, and Iroquois High School is not alone in its issues. We can’t let teachers take to hits for the effects of concentrated poverty anymore.

Can Education Transform a Neighborhood?

Can Education Transform a Neighborhood?

The neighborhood surrounding Oyler school has been headed in the “right direction” for years. After covering the school’s story for 7 years, journalist, Amy Scott, tries to pinpoint why a school that “seemingly” has everything would not change the neighborhood around it. The answer is on the blog today.

Moving Forward Means Moving Up!

Moving Forward Means Moving Up!

“Is gentrification really helpful or harmful?” For the first time, researchers have studied the long-term effects of gentrification. Last week, we focused on common myths debunked by this research. This week we focus on the powerful opportunities original residents receive when college educated people move in.