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What strategies can literacy program developers use to create a roadmap for building the ESSA evidence needed for program approval? @wested.org researcher Rachel Tripathy outlines four interconnected pillars for lasting success in our #Literacy blog series 🧵 ⬇️
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October 13, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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We’re excited to attend the #NCTM2025 Conference! 📊WestEd experts will present the latest insights on math teaching and learning, from AI and personalized learning to supporting English learners and effective curriculum use. Let’s advance high-quality math education together! #MathEd #EdResearch
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October 10, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Building ESSA evidence is essential for program approval and lasting success. 📊 Sr. Research Associate Rachel Tripathy outlines key considerations for #Literacy program developers in this new blog! Dive deeper into this topic: bit.ly/46F02Ga
#EduSky #EdResearch
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October 8, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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Taking care of yourself helps you better support your students and colleagues. 🌿 Register for a 20-minute Mini-Wellness session on October 8 at 10am PT to practice guided meditation and learn about how it can be beneficial to students and educators: bit.ly/4gPRL5zNeed @cadepted.bsky.social
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October 2, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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Authentic writing transforms classrooms and communities. 🖋️✨

This school year, Writing Apprenticeship co-developer Jenell Krishnan hopes students grow as confident, skilled writers across disciplines.

Learn more about our all-new Writing Apprenticeship service here: bit.ly/3HHuV3b
September 12, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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🤝 Looking for guidance on integrating #GenAI tools into your instructional practices?

Explore our new Gen AI Coaching for Math Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) service designed to help math teachers collaborate toward AI-enhanced instructional improvement: bit.ly/4mIlxeN
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September 11, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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State and district leaders, we know it is more important than ever to maximize every dollar's impact. 💸 Find out WestEd school finance experts provide tailored supports to help your team develop a tailored game plan for greater cost-effectiveness and fiscal sustainability: bit.ly/45En2mW
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September 10, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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⭐ The beginning of each school year presents schools and districts with new opportunities to support thriving learners and build empowered communities. Read about taking action early and building strong partnerships in this blog post: bit.ly/45Jr2Cy
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September 9, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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"What might seem like very small shifts can lead to long-term and large scale change." - Annette Gregg, Director of English Learner and Migrant Education Services at WestEd, on a growth mindset she hopes educators, administrators, and leaders can embrace this school year and beyond.
September 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Literacy development happens at kitchen tables, in car rides, and during bedtime stories. 🏡📖

Read 3 tips on how schools can build on family strengths to boost student learning from @WestEd.org #FamilyEngagement Specialist Maria Paredes: bit.ly/3UOwdMK

#Literacy #EduChat
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September 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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This #BackToSchool season, we’ve refreshed our focus area pages on our website to give you a deeper understanding of how we can work with you to achieve your goals this school year and beyond.

➡️ Visit our website to explore #education-related topics you're most passionate about today!
September 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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What works to build confident readers and writers from the beginning of the school year onwards?

We share research-driven strategies and supports to strengthen #Literacy outcomes for all students in this E-Bulletin 📚 Read more and subscribe today! go.wested.org/E-Bulletin-2...
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September 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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🗓️ Save the date for the Program for Infant/Toddler Care (PITC) 40th Anniversary Conference from Feb 2—4, 2026 in San Diego, CA! We're excited to celebrate the early years and look to the future of infant/toddler care with you.

Registration details coming soon.

#PITC40 #EarlyChildhoodEducation
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August 26, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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"Joy isn't extra. It's essential as a driving force for engagement, resilience, and belonging." — @wested.org literacy expert Menya Cole describes the impact of cultivating joyful learning mindsets this #BackToSchool season and beyond!

#EduChat #Literacy #BTS
August 25, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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#BackToSchool insight: when educators feel confident and joyful in teaching math and science, their positive mindset inspires young learners. 🌱 Listen as @wested.org #ECE expert Osnat Zur describes why the Count Play Explore initiative reimagines #EarlyMath education.
August 23, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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WestEd Senior Program Associate Jennifer Blitz offers insight into how schools and districts can improve access to high-quality, rigorous coursework this #BackToSchool season 🏫

#EnglishLearners #BTSWithWestEd #EduChat
August 22, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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Our latest #BackToSchool E-Bulletin highlights how we support economic mobility and #WorkforceDevelopment, #AdultEd, and more!

👇 Access timely research-driven strategies, and subscribe for regular updates from WestEd: go.wested.org/E-Bulletin-2...

#BTSWithWestEd
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August 21, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Voting is open for the 2026 SXSW EDU Conference! Help us shape the future of education by sharing innovative ideas about education, technology, and career readiness that matter ✅ bit.ly/4fxAVb9

#EdTech #WorkforceDevelopment #EduChat
August 19, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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Ready to better understand the progress and outcomes of your teacher workforce programming and initiatives? Find out how we partner with districts and states to address critical workforce issues: www.wested.org/support/eval...
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August 15, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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This #BackToSchool season, how can leaders best prepare and continue to support teachers year-round? 🤝

WestEd #TeacherWorkforce expert Dana Grayson shares how aligning K–12 and educator preparation systems can strengthen the teaching profession and shape the future of education.
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August 15, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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Early childcare providers, learn about the ways the Program for Infant/Toddler Care (PITC) approach can help you provide responsive, relationship-based care to nurture healthy development for infants and toddlers!
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August 15, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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MathFest was a great success! 🚀 We enjoyed all of the rich opportunities to learn together, especially during our math-filled luncheon for students, families, educators, and researchers 👏

#MathEducation #MathEd #EduSky
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August 11, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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Leveraging research and data helps inform #BackToSchool planning efforts for a strong start to the new school year!
Visit the @wested.org #BTS Resource Collection to explore evidence-based approaches to meet the unprecedented challenges we face today: bit.ly/4osZDxi

#BTSWithWestEd
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August 8, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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The @wested.org #BacktoSchool E-Bulletin is here, and it’s all about improving math outcomes for every learner! 🍎 Check out our curated resources and practical insights to help educators and leaders prepare for the year ahead: go.wested.org/e-bulletin-2...
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August 5, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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New Q&A blog on making dollars count in early education featuring #EarlyChildhood leader Leslie Fox! ⬇️

Find out about effective ways to leverage funding to provide opportunities for preschool-age children with disabilities: bit.ly/3U7LhEQ

#EduSky #SpecialEducation
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July 31, 2025 at 11:40 PM