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Several staff members have been recognized for making profound impact across the university
Center on the Developing Child paper highlights the importance of stable environments for childhood health
As an EdRedesign Lab and Initiative on Superintendent as Civic Leader joint senior fellow, Booker will share his expertise with the Harvard community and explore how superintendents can strengthen their role as community leaders
Professor Tom Kane discusses new data showing gains in math and reading, even as challenges like absenteeism persist
High- and low-income districts improve most since 2022, while middle-income districts (30–70% federally subsidized lunches) lag
Experts examine what research tells us about advancing literacy for students who are learning in more than one language
Former presidents of Trinity College, Berkshire Community College will mentor higher ed students at HGSE
GRAD PROFILE: Ed School student learns to never underestimate the impact of a single teacher
Tanyella Leta, Ed.M.’25, co-founded Maka Kids to help caregivers navigate screen time for young children
Ho is among the 252 new members elected to the prestigious organization in 2026
Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer reflects on how government affects institutions and the country’s education system as a whole at the Askwith Education Forum
GRAD PROFILE: Ph.D. student draws on Inuit philosophy — and her anthropologist mom — to reframe how we understand difference
In Lecturer Richard Melvoin’s class, students examine real-world challenges — from minor complications to high-stakes situations — and learn what it means to lead schools today
The YouTube series will focus on how to improve social and economic mobility in America
Experts at the Askwith Education Forum weighed education’s role in meeting the moment as America celebrates its semiquincentennial
A group of 2026 master’s candidates support student-led projects at new public school focused on science, creativity — and a democratic education
Lecturer Alexis Redding explores why loneliness and uncertainty are a normal part of the college transition and how we can better support students
Two studies highlight the way faith-based organizations serve as a resource in public education
Strategies for teachers to shift focus from getting the right answers to building real mathematical understanding
Jon Star on strategies to move math teaching beyond speed, fostering deeper thinking and understanding for advanced students
A literacy and mental health advocate, “Mychal the Librarian” will address the Class of 2026 on May 27
Two master’s students help Las Vegas evaluate its schools
A study of READS Lab’s MORE curriculum shows that young English learners thrive in language- and content-rich classrooms
Jeff Selingo takes us inside the culture shaping families’ college admissions decisions and the push to refocus on fit, clarity, and better outcomes
Mississippi’s reading gains stand out nationally — but what would it really take for other states to replicate its success?
Health educator Shafia Zaloom explains why sexuality education must go beyond biology and become part of the broader school experience
The 24th annual Alumni of Color Conference brought bold visions for the future of education to Appian Way
Professor Nancy Hill highlights how parents can provide thoughtful and supportive guidance to their teenagers
Rural educators discussed ways to create systems that lift all students, not just the “lucky” ones
“Now We Are Here” — an examination of migration and schooling — has been honored by the American Educational Research Association as the year's best
Transforming classrooms into spaces of deeper, self-directed learning for students
Four leaders from Harvard Graduate School of Education named Presidential Leadership Scholars
Supportive relationships and strong school cultures matter more than pay in keeping teachers in the classroom
Jarvis Givens’ latest book, "I’ll Make Me a World," looks back on a century of Black History Month celebrations
Associate Professor Bianca Baldridge’s new book examines the critical work of Black youth workers
Political philosopher Michael Sandel explored success, achievement, and equality in the first Askwith Education Forum of 2026
A new research tool aims to help district leaders and researchers evaluate tutoring programs
Julia Minson of the Harvard Kennedy School shares practical strategies for turning disagreement into understanding, connection, and constructive dialogue
Lecturer Eric Soto-Shed on using America’s 250th anniversary as a chance to rethink how we teach democracy in schools
New Principal Investigator is answering questions while Building AI Agency in Schools
The enduring impact of HGSE's annual storytelling event, Double Take
HGSE will host a series of public lectures focused on civic education, exploring key challenges in education through open discussion
In the second episode of the Literary Insights series, scholars explore the question: What does the research actually tell us about how to identify and support students with dyslexia in practice?
Values in Teaching resource offers teachers and students a path for discussing difficult topics while feeling safe in “contentious times”
Jones looks forward to help expand the education field's knowledge of what drives healthy development in early childhood
Professor Thomas Kane on testing new ideas, learning what works, and scaling successful approaches in order to make meaningful change
Years after discovering Japanese Ninja Warrior online, alum gets his chance to compete on the legendary course as he chased total victory and showcased the power of informal learning
When it comes to mental health for college students, there is no single solution