University of Chicago Consortium on Chicago School Research
CPS Projected Graduation Rate Rises as Schools Focus on Ninth-Graders
Mayor Emanuel and CPS CEO Byrd-Bennett comment as the UChicago Consortium on Chicago School Research releases new findings showing high schools that focused on on-track improved graduation rates.
Has Chicago Figured Out the Key to Increasing Graduation Rates?
A pair of new UChicago CCSR studies shows the importance of ninth grade, linking climbing CPS graduation rates with schools' focus on the Consortium-developed freshman on-track indicator.
Chicago's Focus on Ninth Grade On-Track Triggers Climb in High School Graduation Rates
For Immediate Release
Contact: Emily Krone
University of Chicago
Consortium on Chicago School Research
773-834-8036
Editorial: Turnaround for struggling schools worth the upheaval
An editorial cites 2012 UChicago CCSR research that found CPS turnarounds showed progress despite continuing to be low-achieving schools.
Chicago's $8 million push to protect students from gangs
CCSR director Elaine Allensworth weighs in on the impact perceptions of safety have on school success, as the city monitors CPS's Safe Passage program.
A push for charter schools, but little difference in test scores
UChicago CCSR director Elaine Allensworth comments on studying what high-performing neighborhood and charter schools are doing right to share best practices.
Goren combines local roots with national expertise
Paul Goren, a candidate for superintendent of Evanston/Skokie District 65, emphasizes his local roots and previous experience serving as executive director UChicago CCSR.
Politico Morning Edition: Sorting students
UChicago CCSR finds skill-based sorting has mixed impacts on educational attainment, encouraging careful thought when using the practice.
New UChicago CCSR report: Sorting students by ability shifts which students, teachers need the most support
For Immediate Release
Contact: Emily Krone
University of Chicago
Consortium on Chicago School Research
773-834-8036
UChicago CCSR at AERA 2014
Researchers from the University of Chicago Consortium on Chicago School Research presented at AERA's 2014 Conference in Philadelphia
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