Research for Action Roundup RFA Roundup Insights Into Action. CONTACT US Join Us on May 14th to Learn How the Catto Scholarship Drives Economic Opportunity for Philadelphians The Mayor’s Office of Education, Community College of Philadelphia, and Research for Action invite you to join us on May 14, 2024, for a convening to identify opportunities to collaboratively achieve economic opportunity for all Philadelphians through the Community College of Philadelphia’s Octavius Catto Scholarship initiative. In 2021, the City of Philadelphia launched the Catto Scholarship as a major anti-poverty initiative designed to put more Philadelphians on the path to success. Today, there are more than 1,600 Catto Scholars and close to 2,500 residents who have benefited from the initiative. During this event, you will learn about the scholarship and its early successes. We will also work together to consider how you and your organization can help to enhance its impact. There are at least four areas of opportunity for strategic partnership between you, your organization, and the Catto Scholarship initiative, including: Promoting the Catto Scholarship to your students and constituents, Offering employment and internship opportunities for Catto Scholars, Providing enhanced support to Catto Scholars transferring to four-year colleges and universities, and Advancing policy to support the Catto Scholarship and the Free Community College movement. RSVP Scaling Up a Multi-Tiered Schoolwide Restorative Approach Last year, the U.S. Department of Education awarded $3.97 million to the School District of Philadelphia (SDP), in partnership with Research for Action (RFA), through the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) program. This EIR grant funds the implementation, scaling, and evaluation of Relationships First (RF). RF is a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) and schoolwide restorative justice model that prioritizes racial equity, trauma-informed practice, buy-in (from youth and adults), and youth leadership. RF focuses on building relationships between K-12 students and adults in their school communities. READ MORE Join Our Team: Research Positions Available at RFA Join Research for Action in our mission to advance equity and justice in education. We're seeking a quantitative or mixed-methods Research Associate to join our team. As a Research Associate, you'll lead research projects, develop data collection tools, analyze data, and contribute to our collaborative work culture. Ideal candidates have strong methodological skills and a passion for social science and education research. We're also hiring a Visiting Research Analyst for a one-year position with potential for permanent conversion. This role supports multiple projects and offers opportunities to develop research skills. APPLY TODAY Latest Projects, Research, Policy & Analysis Evaluation of K-3 Literacy Programming in Philadelphia RFA is evaluating four K-3 early literacy intervention programs in Philadelphia over three years. These initiatives aim to enhance reading skills for students needing extra support through tailored interventions and tutoring. Our evaluation seeks to demonstrate program effectiveness, highlight successes and challenges, and facilitate program enhancement. EXPLORE Democratizing Education Data Collective The Democratizing Education Data Collective (DEDC) aims to put research and advocacy power into the hands of the students, families, and communities impacted by public education in Philadelphia. This pilot project equips them with data tools and documentation that can power community-informed educational research and reform. LEARN MORE Statewide Studies of Educational Outcomes of Boys & Girls Clubs Members RFA is examining whether Boys & Girls Clubs (BGC) programming helps to support student success and improve educational outcomes for Club members in participating states, including North Carolina, Ohio, California, and Rhode Island. Using a quasi-experimental design, our research is matching Club members to similar non-club members to compare educational outcomes between young people in similar circumstances. READ MORE Evaluation of a Longitudinal Comparative Study of Black Women in STEM+Medicine RFA serves as the external evaluator for a National Science Foundation study on WINS, a program supporting minoritized women in STEMM (STEM + Medicine). Led by Drexel University, the study compares WINS alumnae and applicants from 1995-2015. RFA provides formative and summative feedback and recommendations that can improve research implementation, identify best practices, and document indicators of success. REVIEW Watch Wisdom to Action: An RFA Teach-In in Allegheny County Held on March 19, 2024, at the August Wilson Cultural Center in Pittsburgh, “Wisdom to Action” was an event that brought together nearly 100 attendees, among them educators, students, community leaders, philanthropists, and policymakers, all focused on the urgent need to amplify the voices of Black teachers amidst a concerning decline in educator diversity in the region. WATCH Recent News Roundup of RFA at AERA RFA was thrilled to welcome the 2024 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting to the City of Brotherly Love on April 11-14, 2024. Our team members made a strong showing at the event—the preeminent convening for education researchers and a showcase for leading-edge studies. We have a page filled with the research our team members presented at the conference. Watch for updates. READ MORE Research for Action Strengthens Leadership Team with New Appointments Kim Glassman and Dr. Suzanne Delap have joined RFA as research directors, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to their roles. In addition, Dr. Alyn M. Turner has been named Interim Chief Research Officer. Read More Follow Us on Social Stay connected with RFA for the latest updates, research insights, and educational initiatives. Follow us on social media to join the conversation, stay informed, and be part of our community. Facebook X (formerly Twitter) Instagram Threads YouTube Linkedin RFA TEAM ON X About RFA Our Mission Research for Action conducts research, evaluations, and technical assistance to improve educational opportunities and outcomes for all learners. READ MORE Our Work Our researchers are experts in all areas of education research from preK-12 through postsecondary to workforce preparation and out-of-school time.  READ MORE News & Events Stay up to date between issues. 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