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How do we build systems that truly support students with disabilities? Join educators, leaders, and experts Aug. 12–13 at the @K12PROGRESS's #PreppingForPROGRESS2025 to find out. Registration is free for this virtual event: events.zoom.us/ev/AhstENfGyZs…

🔍 What makes a strong Competency-Based Education (CBE) program? AIR is mapping models, studying outcomes, and supporting institutions nationwide. Explore the research: air.org/resource/spotl…
AIR’s Attendance Lab is helping states and districts address chronic absenteeism using evidence-based solutions to better engage students and boost attendance. Join us Aug. 4-7 for an in-person "Summer Insights Training Institute" in Arlington, Va. air.org/resource/spotl…
AI and a shifting economy are reshaping youth opportunity. A new brief from AIR and @BrookingsMetro shares how 21 local and state leaders are linking work-based learning with tailored supports to help youth thrive. Read more: air.org/resource/brief…
Too many college grads earn credentials that don’t lead to good jobs. AIR is helping community colleges align programs with workforce needs—drawing lessons from training models like @YearUpUnited and @PerScholas. Learn more: air.org/resource/spotl…
Youth across the country are experiencing increasing economic instability as they enter the workforce. A new AIR and @BrookingsMetro brief shares how 21 local and state leaders are linking work-based learning with tailored supports to help youth thrive. air.org/resource/brief…

Congrats to all @CRPE_edu Evidence Project Grantees—especially our own Niu Gao, who will be leading a research-practice partnership on learning recovery in CA! We're excited to share more as our work with CRPE and @WaltonFamilyFdn unfolds. Read more: crpe.org/crpe-and-the-w…
New from AIR Health News: ✅ The Supreme Court upheld the ACA’s preventive care coverage requirement. 🤖 Medicare is piloting AI-powered prior authorization to reduce waste and speed up approvals. Plus upcoming events and more: icont.ac/514JF

Only 54% of eligible veterans use their Post-9/11 G.I. Bill benefits, and many may be missing out on opportunities for career advancement. @BN9 highlights how the PGIB continues to support veterans in pursuing #HigherEd, and how there's still work to do. baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/…
New article! Informal savings groups and food security during the COVID-19 pandemic: evidence from Nigeria 👉 bit.ly/4eEV3aY By Didier Yelognisse Alia, @cleighanderson, Marlous de Milliano, Aline Meysonnat, Conor Hennessy & Thomas de Hoop @UW @AIRInforms #COVID19
On this #July4th, we recognize the importance of freedom and the collective effort it takes to build a better future for all. Wishing our friends, colleagues, and partners a wonderful holiday.

🎓 How can state leaders help more students graduate on time? In a new @GRADpartners blog, AIR's Kylie Klein and Jenny Scala explore how states can support schools in using data-driven, student-centered approaches to keep students on track for graduation. gradpartnership.org/state-leaders/
Every state’s workforce system is different, and evolving. AIR helps states modernize for the future by: ✔️ Strengthening accountability with data ✔️ Aligning systems for better service delivery ✔️ Co-creating solutions to urgent workforce challenges air.org/resource/spotl…
🧠 June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Over 7M older adults in the U.S. live with Alzheimer’s or related dementias. Care management can improve outcomes and reduce hospital visits. Read our brief for more: air.org/resource/brief…
The June 2025 AIR newsletter is out! This month’s highlights include: - New tools to improve school environments - Strategies to expand rural health care access - Support for STEM students’ career readiness And more! Read the full newsletter: icont.ac/513Sf

Happening next week! Join our webinar on June 26 at 3pm ET to discuss how we define and track #SpecialEducation teachers in data systems. Register: sparccenter.org/events/registe…
Are you an LEA or SEA leader interested in learning more about implementing DBI? Visit our website for more information and to register for the Institute, June 25-26 in Chicago! intensiveintervention.org/news-and-event…