Viewpoints Vol. 13
Perspectives on High School Reform
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Essay: Perspectives on High School Reform
by Peggie Klekotka.
An overview of the issues surrounding Perspectives on High School Reform
to improve student learning and teacher effectiveness, findings of
recent research, and current efforts designed to help us realize
technology's potential.
- Challenges Facing U.S. High Schools
A brief overview of international and national indicators that demonstrate the need for improvement in high schools in the United States. - More Research Required
A discussion of the dearth of rigorous high school-specific research to inform policymakers and practitioners, followed by specific recommendations for further research to identify means of improvement. - Exploring New Approaches to Policy
A description of current reform efforts across the country, as well as state and federal policy options related to accountability, innovation, and funding. - Innovations in Practice
Policy options at district, school, and classroom levels that focus on rigorous curriculum, collaboration, support, and teacher-student relationships. - Conclusion
Learning Point Associates High School Resources
Research-based products and services to assist schools
and districts with high school improvement efforts.
Acknowledgments
Gina Burkhardt, CEO
Learning Point Associates
Sabrina Laine
Senior Policy Advisor, Office of the CEO
Pamela Becker Dean,
Chief Marketing Officer
Rebecca Phillips,
Publications Manager
Ed Janus,
Audio Production
Linda Schuch,
Editor
Ardith Zucker, Manager,
Creative Services
Liz Teitge,
Graphic Designer
Reviewers
Jim Rosenbaum, Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University
Gayle Anderson, Ph.D., Minnesota Association of Secondary School Principals
Paul Kimmelman, Learning Point Associates
Marianne Kroeger, Learning Point Associates
Sabrina Laine, Learning Point Associates
Susan Sexton, Learning Point Associates
