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From addressing the policy challenges and future of education to supporting the mental health & educational needs of LGBTQIA+ students, we have a number of exciting updates to share with you this week!

* This Week at THI (#thiweek)
* Publications and News (#Childcare)
* Our Team IRL (#elevate)
* Join Our Team (#hiring)
* Upcoming Webinars (#anchor3)
* What's On Our Radar (#anchor4)


** President and CEO Dr. Javaid Siddiqi to speak at RISE 2023
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The Hunt Institute's President and CEO Dr. Javaid Siddiqi will speak at the 2023 Reagan Institute Summit on Education ([link removed]) today, May 25, at 12:35 pm ET.

From May 24-25, the Ronald Reagan Institute’s Center for Civics, Education, and Opportunity (CCEO), is hosting the Reagan Institute Summit on Education (RISE), a two-day virtual and in-person summit to address the policy challenges and future of education in the United States. Find virtual registration information here ([link removed]) .

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The Hunt Institute President & CEO Dr. Javaid Siddiqi's Latest for The Hill

In Dr. Javaid Siddiqi's latest op-ed, "States — not the feds — have the power to transform higher education ([link removed]) ," he outlines three main ways states can make an immediate difference in not only the cost of higher education but the perception of its benefits. Read the full article here ([link removed]) .

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Unlocking opportunity: Evidence-based literacy investment is the key to our children’s future

Former West Virginia Governor Bob Wise and North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt say states must embrace the science of reading. Read the full article here ([link removed]) .

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** The Hunt Institute and SCORE hosted the 4th Meeting of CTLI's 7th Cohort
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On May 15-16, 2023, Cohort 7 of Complete Tennessee Leadership Summit convened in Chattanooga, TN, for the fourth and final meeting. Attendees discussed postsecondary attainment and career readiness.


** The Hunt Institute hosted the DRIVE Task Force Meeting
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In partnership with The Office of Governor Roy Cooper, The Hunt Institute hosted education leaders from across North Carolina for a two-day meeting highlighting local efforts to recruit, prepare, support, and retain educators of color in Pembroke, NC from May 18-19, 2023.


** Cohort 3 of Hunt State Policy Fellows Meets for the First Time
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The Hunt Institute welcomed the 3rd cohort of Hunt State Policy Fellows to Greensboro, NC on May 21-22 for their first meeting focused on early childhood.


** We are currently hiring for the following positions:
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* Communications and Social Media Coordinator ([link removed])
* Deputy Director of State Engagement ([link removed])
* Director of Finance ([link removed]) – Priority will be given to applicants who apply by May 26, 2023.
* Director of Media Relations ([link removed])
* Financial Analyst ([link removed]) – Priority will be given to applicants who apply by June 13, 2023.
* Graphic Designer ([link removed]) – Priority will be given to applicants who apply by May 25, 2023.
* Policy Analyst – K-12 ([link removed])
* Program Assistant – State Engagement ([link removed])
* Program Coordinator – State Engagement ([link removed])
* Senior Program Manager ([link removed])
* Staff Accountant ([link removed]) – Priority will be given to applicants who apply by May 26, 2023.

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** Early Efforts: Place Matters — How the Environment We Create Shapes the Foundations of Early Development
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Rapidly advancing science around early childhood development provides evidence that, beginning before birth, these environmental conditions shape how children develop, which shapes their lifelong physical and mental health, in turn. Join The Hunt Institute and an expert panel inspired by Place Matters, the most recent working paper from the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child for this important conversation.

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** Postsecondary Pathways | Supporting Latinx Students on Campus
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During this webinar, attendees will learn how higher education institutions and policymakers are making the success of Latinx learners a collective priority and will be informed of the best practices that Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) are employing to support the educational attainment of the Latinx student population.

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** Homeroom with Education Leaders | Going the Distance: Closing Gaps Through High-Dosage Tutoring
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Join The Hunt Institute for this critical exploration into the impacts of high-dosage tutoring, potential barriers to implementation, and learn from national experts about what works – and what doesn’t – when it comes to providing students with accelerated learning opportunities.

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** Race & Education | Supporting the Mental Health & Educational Needs of LGBTQIA+ Students
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Research shows that 42% of LGBQT youth expressed seriously considering suicide. Outside of educational support needs, studies suggest our nation is experiencing a mental health crisis amongst youth and college-aged LGBTQ persons. Join us as we focus on the importance of creating inclusive environments that aid in improving the mental health and educational outcomes of LGBTQ students.

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** What we're paying attention to across teams:
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* Early Childhood:
+ Many young kids missed early special ed services due to COVID, compounding work for schools ([link removed]) from Chalkbeat
+ Public spending on preschool hasn’t gone up in two decades ([link removed]) from Marketplace
* K-12 Ed:
+ Teaching historical thinking can promote critical inquiry ([link removed]) from K-12 Dive
+ How Makerspaces in Schools Can Support Student Mental Health ([link removed]) from EdSurge
Higher Ed:
+ The Students Who Aren’t Coming ([link removed]) from Inside Higher Ed
+ State funding for higher ed surpasses pre-Great Recession levels ([link removed]) from Higher Ed Dive
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion:
+ Online Training Program to Boost Number of Principals of Color Expands ([link removed]) from the EducationWeek
+ What Does It Take to Put Inclusive Curriculum Legislation Into Practice? ([link removed]) from EdSurge

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach our team by email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .

All the best,
The Hunt Institute Team


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