In a conversation w/ Black female school leaders, @edtrust & AASA will uncover how states & districts can create equitable pathways to school leadership so students of color can learn in a culturally affirming environment. 5/23 6pm ET: edtru.st/NurtureStudents

“It’s a matter of bringing in the right people,” said Varnett School Lisa McNeill. Learn how community engagement is helping to improve and sustain #summerlearning programs: bit.ly/42a4A3o

#Summerlearning today looks different than the punitive “summer school” of the past. Focusing on enrichment alongside academics offers students a chance to engage with topics they’re interested in while reinvesting them in school. Check out the video: bit.ly/47Ai7Cp

Two classically trained musicians are working to improve #artsed ucation . Hear them explain how #artsed can be used to tap into communities' histories, focus on students' well-being, & cultivate meaningful connections between individuals and communities. bit.ly/3vjjvMI

#OST programs understand the importance of measuring their impact on youth. But defining outcomes can be challenging, and data collection can be burdensome. This Child Trends report identifies challenges and promising strategies for measuring success: bit.ly/49pKPYq

Nonprofit #arts organizations are looking for ways to both build & deepen relationships with audiences in a post-pandemic world. Can efforts to attract & retain new audiences work? Can building new audiences contribute to financial sustainability? bit.ly/3SHWw5D

5 approaches to Connected Arts Learning highlight how educators can use art to help students connect to their community, well-being, and more. Two musicians share how they’re using this in their work. Listen to the podcast: bit.ly/3vjjvMI

“I think that intergenerational connections lead to community thriving, and I think that they sustain the work of creativity.” Listen to our latest podcast episode on #artseducation and Connected Arts Learning. bit.ly/3vjjvMI

Successful #summerlearning sustainability starts early. Varnett School Lisa McNeill and Grand Prairie ISD Kasie Roden highlight their early efforts to sustain programming beyond initial funding: bit.ly/42a4A3o

We chatted with NAESP to learn more about its Principals of Color Network and how it can help #BIPOC principals—and ultimately the students, teachers, and schools they serve. #edleadership bit.ly/4cBnyF7

Arts organizations: Do you know your audiences as well as you think you do? Could unfounded assumptions be holding you back? See how several organizations used data to uncover assumptions and bring in new audiences. bit.ly/3SHWw5D

The Akron, Ohio and Woodward, Oklahoma school districts are reimagining summer as a time of learning and growth by using approaches that combine academics and enrichment. Watch our documentary short: bit.ly/47Ai7Cp

It turns out there is no 'magic bullet' for building arts audiences. But there are some strategies that could help, according to a new report. See key takeaways and strategies here. bit.ly/3SL8ag1

Can building new audiences help nonprofit #artsorgs become more financially sustainable? New report draws on hundreds of interviews with staff at 25 performing arts orgs, audience surveys & ticketing data to answer this. Spoiler alert: It’s complicated. bit.ly/3SKcCM9

While the demands of being a principal are always challenging, they are often magnified for leaders who identify as #BIPOC . Learn how NAESP is providing much needed support to school leaders of color. bit.ly/4cBnyF7

Delve into the findings of a youth participatory action research project on how youth experience #OST programs at #boostconference tomorrow. bit.ly/4aVcVvC

In Olivia Cosío and Renate Rohlfing’s music programs, #teachingartists are students as well when they are in the classroom–and are encouraged to set their own goals for what they'd like to learn. Listen to the podcast: bit.ly/3vjjvMI

“Most importantly, I found that youth voice and leadership are essential in building programs that meet the needs of young people.” Helen Obuna, youth research leader, reflects on her experience studying #OST programs. bit.ly/3vtHIjp

Despite progress, disparities in educational opportunities and outcomes persist, necessitating continued efforts to support and prepare principals to address inequities effectively. Hear more from Wallace’s Bronwyn Bevan and Will Jordan. bit.ly/3SRqR1S

“Everyone is involved,” shared Grand Prairie ISD Kasie Roden. Learn how steering committees have played a pivotal role in keeping their #summerlearning programs running year after year: bit.ly/42a4A3o