Background
Rebecca Richards is a senior researcher on the District Leadership Forum. She works primarily with superintendents and other district leaders to promote student success. Her research with EAB has focused on integrating academic and career development, improving instructional strategies in the early grades to promote reading proficiency, and advancing equitable outcomes across student populations.
Education
Rebecca holds a master’s degree in education from the University of Notre Dame and a bachelor’s degree in linguistics and English from Duke University where she graduated summa cum laude and a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.
Research and Insights
The Science of Reading Implementation Guide
This toolkit offers a variety of resources, templates, and discussion guides to help districts develop and sustain expertise in science-based reading instruction.
Underserved students' greatest barriers to equitable outcomes
Community colleges leaders know recruiting underrepresented students is key to promoting equity; however, the need to provide additional support reaches far beyond enrollment.
