Grades don’t tell the whole story. Ask your child’s teacher how they’re really doing, then make a plan together to support their success. Use the free Parent-Teacher Planning Tool to find out what your child needs help with and how you can support learning at home. Find this and

“No zeros.” No late penalties. Unlimited retakes. Do these “equitable” grading reforms make schools fairer—or lower the bar? 📉 Hear what teachers think Sept. 10 with @educationgadfly & @TNTP, moderated by @nytimes Jessica Grose. Register:

If your child struggles in school, you may wonder why & how you can help. 1 in 5 children in the U.S. has a learning & thinking difference like dyslexia and ADHD. We teamed up with @UnderstoodOrg to create a new family guide with helpful resources. Learn more:

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In UNCF’s new @UNCF report, "Hear Us, Believe Us: Centering African American Parent Voices in K-12 Education," we uplift the voices of parents and their important contributions to education. 🍎Download the report, and find parent tools at: #UNCFk12

Over the last several years, so-called “equitable” grading reforms have generated controversy in many of the school districts across the country that have adopted them. Although their advocates claim that policies like "no zeros" for assignments, eliminating late penalties, and

"Equitable" Grading Through the Eyes of Teachers.Fordham's new national survey by David Griffith and Adam Tyner @redandexpert, finds most teachers say these policies lower expectations and make students less engaged. @OhioGadfly . Read now:

When test scores mislead, trust in education erodes. Join us at @SXSWEDU with experts from Learning Heroes, @EdNCES , @DC_Strategies, and Virginia to learn why reporting student performance accurately matters now more than ever. Vote here: #SXSWEDU

90% of parents think their child is at or above grade level. Most aren’t. At @SXSWEDU, we’re excited to share how Tarrant County, TX helps families better understand–and support–their child’s learning. Vote here: #SXSWEDU

RT @FamilyELab: It’s important to know what your child is expected to learn this year. Start with @bealearninghero's Readiness Check! Your….

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Webinar & Workshop: Universal Service Fund Working Group's Request for Comment Q&A on August 20, 2025, at 11:30 am ET. Join us for a discussion and practical advice about how to submit public comments, what is included in the latest Request for Comment from the Universal Service

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RT @Fortworthep: Across the city of Fort Worth, students meeting grade level standards increased by 2%. @_jacob_sanchez with @FortWorthRepo….

RT @ehanford: We have a new episode of Sold a Story coming next week. We're looking at the Trump administration's cuts to education researc….

When test scores mislead, trust in education erodes. Join us at #SXSWEDU with experts from Learning Heroes, @EdNCES , @DC_Strategies, and Virginia to learn why reporting student performance accurately matters now more than ever. Vote here:

RT @Dale_Chu: My #SXSWEDU 2026 panel “The Honesty Gap: Why Your Kid’s Test Score Lied to You” is now live in the #PanelPicker. With Peggy….

New ideas and new settings can change how young people learn math. @STEMNext's new national brief, Factoring in Afterschool: A Critical Variable in America’s Math Strategy, highlights why afterschool and summer programs must be part of America’s math strategy. Read and share:

The @NAFSCE National Assembly is THE Family Engagement event of the year! Join us virtually Oct. 6-7 or in New Orleans. Explore 100+ workshops, speakers, activities, and a Second Line Parade & Party! Be part of the #FamilyEngagement movement.