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R1CC Regional Resource Round-Up: June 30

It’s hard to believe, but summer is upon us! It is exciting to see the restaurants and stores opening in the region, and we are looking forward to more opportunities to see friends and family in person.

State: Regional

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Reimagining Education Series: Innovative College and Career Pathways to Advance Equity and Opportunity

Disruptions associated with the COVID-19 pandemic have introduced opportunities for PK–12 education systems to accelerate evidence-based innovations that may better prepare students to pursue their educational and career goals. By strengthening and introducing pathways—the programs and experiences students complete to satisfy graduation requirements—leading to high-demand careers and college enrollment, educators and policymakers can support students’ postsecondary ambitions.

State: Regional

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Reimagining Education Series: Strategies for Innovative Systems Change

Region 1 states—Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont—have been pioneering and piloting innovative practices in education for decades. As schools in New England and across the country return to more in-person schooling and plan for the future, educators and policymakers hope to apply what we’ve learned about education innovations before and during the pandemic. These innovations will help build an education system that better supports all students and can address the long-standing inequities exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

State: Regional

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Mapping the Availability of Universal PreK in Vermont

At a time when the funding of prekindergarten (preK) programs across the country is declining, Vermont lawmakers and state agencies are looking to understand how to improve universal preK programming in the state. R1CC worked with Vermont to develop a Geographic Information System (GIS) map that presents information about preK availability across Vermont—a visual way to dig into some of the questions that can inform strategies to improve availability. The map provides key information related to preK availability and need in Vermont.

State: Vermont

Respondents by Category

New Hampshire Asks Stakeholders to Help Reshape the Future of School: 56,000 People Respond

In May 2020, the New Hampshire Department of Education (NH DOE) asked stakeholders to complete a needs assessment survey to better understand statewide experiences with remote learning during spring 2020, and to hear from a broad range of perspectives on returning to school in the fall.

State: New Hampshire

Covid-19 Resources

Federal Guidance on ESEA Requirements

With schools closed across Region 1, states and districts have had questions about ESEA requirements. To support the states we work with, we have pulled together key information and resources from the U.S. Department of Education on the impact of COVID-19 on ESEA requirements. We will continue to provide updates here as new guidance is released. If you have a question or are looking for support, contact us at Region 1 Comprehensive Center.

State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional

Covid-19 Resources

Federal Guidance on Protecting Student Rights

As school closures continue throughout Region 1 states (and nationwide), many states and districts have had questions about how to best educate students remotely while protecting student safety, privacy and civil rights. To support the states we work with, we have pulled together key information and resources from the Department of Education on protecting students while addressing COVID-19.

State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional

Covid-19 Resources

Federal Guidance on Supporting Students with Disabilities

As school closures continue throughout Region 1 states (and nationwide), many states and districts have had questions about how best to support students with disabilities.To support the states we work with, we have pulled together key information and resources from the U.S. Department of Education on the provision of services to students with disabilities. We will continue to provide updates here as new guidance is released. If you have a question or are looking for support, contact us at Region 1 Comprehensive Center.

State: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Regional