Creating Joy, Sparking Curiosity & Nurturing Talent: Our 2015 Annual Report
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
As we head into the last month of the school year, we reflect on our successes and take a moment to express our gratitude to everyone who has helped us work towards our mission of closing the learning gap. Read full post
Lessons for Scale and Sustainability: Year Four Report on ExpandED Schools
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
A new report by Policy Studies Associates highlights the ways in which ExpandED schools -- in their fourth year -- contribute to the development of essential academic mindsets that support student learning and success. Read full post
Celebrating Kids and Community at Our Spring Benefit
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Hundreds gathered at our Spring Benefit last week to celebrate Danny Meyer, CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group; Merryl Tisch, Chancellor Emeritus of the New York State Board of Regents; and Dr. Ramón González, principal of the Laboratory School of Finance and Technology Read full post
How Does Expanded Learning Reduce the Effects of Poverty on Students?
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Can an expanded school day help mitigate the effects of poverty on student learning? Discussion at a recent event hosted at the American Museum of Natural History suggests that it may be possible. Read full post
Including Student Choice & Voice in the Expanded Learning Day | Dear Rashida...
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Dear Rashida,
How do Expanded Schools programs manage giving students choice in their expanded learning time activities?
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Futures So Bright | Visiting ExpandED Schools
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Junior Board members Jack Terranova and Cole Weston recently had the opportunity to speak about their college and career experiences with third, fourth and fifth grade students at PS 186/NIA Brooklyn in Bensonhurst. Read full post
Struggling to Find Staff | Dear Rashida...
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Dear Rashida,
A few of my staff recently transitioned into full-time job opportunities and I’m struggling to find quality people to fill the vacancies. I also run a summer camp, so I need to fill these positions soon. Help!
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Cocktails and Comic Books; Appetizers and Apps – There’s a lot to enjoy at next week’s Spring Benefit
Monday, April 25, 2016
Next Thursday, we’ll be celebrating the enriched education and enhanced opportunities we bring to students and schools throughout New York City. Guests at our May 5th Spring Benefit will have the chance to mingle with kids and teaching artists and experience hands-on learning. It’ll be like going back to school – only with passed hors d'oeuvres, a light jazz soundtrack and cocktails. Read full post
The Research Team Goes to Washington
Thursday, April 21, 2016
Two ExpandED Schools research team members, Shannon Stagman and Erika Samuels, recently attended the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) in Washington, DC to promote and discuss promising practices for developing Out-of-School Time programs that produce positive outcomes for students. Read full post
When I Met My Brain | NeuroConnections
Thursday, April 14, 2016
A new study entitled "When I Met My Brain: Participating in a neuroimaging study influences children’s naïve mind-brain conceptions supports a new activity for promoting growth mindset" shows that seeing your actual brain has an impact on your mind-brain conception. Read full post
