Research Report
District Leadership On-Demand Research Library
Research briefs completed for EAB partners
The District Leadership Forum‘s on-demand research team conducts short-answer, tailored research projects on the full range of issues and initiatives district leaders are tackling. Our goal is to answer the specific questions you have and to provide you with information to make better decisions as quickly as possible. Completed reports are blinded and shared with the entire partnership here in the on-demand research library.
Using the menu above, you can find a full list of the forum’s completed on-demand research projects organized by category.
We’d love to help your leadership team address their pressing concerns. Contact your dedicated advisor if you have requests for on-demand research.
Instruction and Academic Programming for the General Student Population
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Primary (K-2) Gifted and Talented Programs
This report explores districts’ primary (K-2) gifted and talented programs. Learn about districts' early identification methods, delivery of…
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Effective Practices for Aligning Pre-K Through Third Grade
Aligned P-3 learning programs can narrow achievement gaps and reduce the potential for learning loss within and between…
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Promote Algebra I Student Success
This report explores how to promote Algebra I student success with a focus on course structure, instructional practices…
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A Comparison of Grading Policies at the High School Level During COVID-19
EAB researchers identified publicly available information on high school grading policies during COVID-19 from districts in the Washington…
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Early Childhood Education Programs
Districts operate early childhood education (ECE) programs to serve students and their families before they reach kindergarten. This…
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Establishing Career Academies
Adopting a Career Academy model, which aligns high school curricula with career themes and creates a more personalized…
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Project-Based Learning
Implement project-based learning to provide students with an opportunity to conduct in-depth exploration of course topics through applied…
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Differentiating K-12 Instruction for Students at All Levels of Ability
In differentiated instruction, teachers adjust curriculum and content delivery to optimize learning for all students within a general…
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Instruction and Academic Programming for Special Student Populations
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Building Inclusive Classrooms for Special Education Students
Inclusive practices benefit not just special education students, but also the broader school community by increasing academic achievement…
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Universal Design for Learning and Other Inclusive Practices
Rooted in the idea that students learn differently, universal design for learning (UDL) is a teaching and learning…
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Supporting English Language Learners in Low-Incidence Districts
At a low-incidence district, English language learners (ELLs) make up 5% or less than the total student body.…
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Establishing Postsecondary Transition Programs for Students with Disabilities
Research shows that robust, effective transition programs can greatly help students with disabilities obtain competitive employment after high…
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Maximizing the Paraprofessional Role
Research literature demonstrates that an over-dependence on paraprofessionals may negatively impact students’ growth, both socially and academically. This…
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District Policies and Management
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Elementary School Grade Reconfiguration
At most public school districts, students attend elementary schools based on their neighborhood of residence. This report guides…
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Middle School Grade Retention
Due to the ineffectiveness on student outcomes, districts should minimize retention rates—the practice of requiring a student to…
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The Impacts of School-Provided GPA and Advanced Course Limits on Admissions Decisions
How do GPA and advanced course limits influence higher ed institutions' admissions decisions? This report investigates how schools…
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District Program Evaluation
To increase staff engagement and promote a culture of continuous improvement, it is important to create a program…
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Changing School Start Times
Districts choose to change school start times for a variety of reasons—the most common reasons we found were…
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Increasing Equity in Accelerated Math Pathways in Middle School
This report explores strategies used by districts that altered their middle school accelerated math pathways to improve equity…
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Increasing Teacher Diversity
Even as diversity increases among the student population, many school districts struggle to hire diverse teachers. This report…
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Strategies to Engage Parents and Guardians at School Districts
District administrators should listen to the needs of and work together with parents to cultivate partnerships to support…
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Strategies to Gain Support for District Equity Initiatives
Demonstrated commitment from district leadership generates district-wide engagement with equity initiatives. This report explores considerations for implementing a…
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The Value of Diverse Schools
Studies continuously document minority students’ academic improvements when they attend schools with majority peers. However, recent literature increasingly…
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Student Support
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Approaches to Tier II Support in High Schools
This research brief analyzes strategies used by four districts to provide Tier II support to high school students.
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Benchmarking Large Districts’ Student Support Services
This report explores large districts’ (60,000-300,000 students) strategies for supporting their students’ mental and behavioral health needs. It…
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Preventing and Addressing Cyberbullying in K-12 Schools
Research indicates effective cyberbullying policies include a definition, communication plan, training and preventive education, response procedures, and counseling…
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Early Warning Systems in K-12
To prevent dropout and boost graduation rates, district administrators can use early warning systems to proactively identify and…
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Increasing Retention in Online High Schools
In the U.S., K-12 students are increasingly enrolling in full-time online learning schools, which operate in 39 states.…
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High School Advisory Programs
This research explores how high schools design and implement high school advisory programs to build relationships, promote student…
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Integrated Academic Support Time
Integrated academic support time grants students access to academic support services without the barriers associated with access before…
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Teacher Recruitment, Development, and Evaluation
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Teacher Recruitment and Retention
This research brief outlines strategies used by six public school districts to increase teacher recruitment and boost teacher…
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Components of Successful Teacher Induction Programs
This report profiles new teacher induction programs at four K-12 school districts. We've outlined strategies for induction program…
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Professional Learning Communities
A professional learning community (PLC) is an ongoing process in which teachers collaborate to complete cycles of inquiry…
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New Teacher Mentorship Programs
Offering robust induction programs that incorporate a range of services including mentorship can improve teacher retention rates. The…
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Maximizing the Effectiveness of Instructional Coaches
Instructional coaches can provide skill development to all teachers and facilitate collaborative solution-sourcing. This report explores how to…
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Preparing Teachers for Effective Block Schedule Implementation
Preparing teachers for effective block schedule implementation is aided by professional development, classroom observations, and student outcomes data.
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Performance-Based Teacher Compensation Systems
This report assesses the components of performance-based compensation systems used by six profiled school districts. Our researchers also…
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Technology
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Technology Product Management Models
Technology product mismanagement can cost districts hundreds of thousands of dollars. This report profiles and compares technology product…
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1:1 Computing Programs
1:1 programs prepare students for online tests, increase technological literacy, and support pedagogical initiatives. This report explores 1:1…
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Mitigating Technology Overuse Among Elementary School Students
Research suggests that technology overuse correlates with health problems such as childhood obesity and social and behavioral problems.…
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Developing Effective and Affordable Break/Fix Policies
1:1 technology initiatives can impose large financial burdens on school districts. This report profiles fee-free policies and other…
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Student-Centered Classroom Design and Technology
Administrators can greatly improve a student’s progress by moving them from an ineffective learning space to a highly…
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