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Building Community: Latina Engineering Students Focused Mentorship Program Principal Investigator(s): Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre (New Mexico State University) Educational Entity: New Mexico State University College of Engineering Abstract
Center for Education Policy Analysis, Research, and Evaluation (CEPARE) Rapid Research Briefs Principal Investigator(s): Morgaen Donaldson, Professor and Director, Center for Education Policy Analysis, Research, and Evaluation (CEPARE) (University of Connecticut) Educational Entity: Connecticut’s 33 Alliance Districts Abstract
Immigrant Children as Oral Historians: Creating Space for Transnational and Intergenerational Stories Principal Investigator(s): Jungmin Kwon (Michigan State University) Educational Entity: Hanmaeum Korean Language School Abstract
Boundary Crossing for Praxis in the Pursuit of Special Education Racial Equity in Disciplinary Outcomes Principal Investigator(s): Catherine Kramarczuk Voulgarides (City University of New York) Educational Entity: Schenectady School District Abstract
Achieving the Dream in College: Understanding Black Student Experiences in a K–12 Precollege Program Principal Investigator(s): Brian McGowan (American University) Educational Entity: An Achievable Dream Academies Abstract
Making Hunger Visible: Florida Research-Practitioner Partnership on Food Insecurity Principal Investigator(s): Lara Perez-Felkner (Florida State University) Educational Entity: Second Harvest of the Big Bend and Sustainable Campus (Florida State University) Abstract
How Community Schools Support Transformative Family Engagement Principal Investigator(s): Karen Hunter Quartz (University of California, Los Angeles) Co-Researchers: Olivia Obeso (University of California, Los Angeles); Marcus Van (Mann UCLA Community School) Educational Entity: Mann UCLA Community School Abstract
Valuing Bilingualism: Linguistically Responsive Instruction for Latinx Students in Rural Areas Principal Investigator(s): Diego Román (University of Wisconsin, Madison) Educational Entity: Algoma School District, Wisconsin Abstract
Utilizing Propensity Score Methods to Provide Measures of School Quality for the Baltimore City Public Schools System Principal Investigator(s): Laura Stapleton (University of Maryland) and Yi Feng (University of Maryland) Educational Entity: Baltimore City Public Schools Abstract
Fostering Scholar Identities among Latina/o/x Community College Students Via Undergraduate Research Principal Investigator(s): Marissa Vasquez (San Diego State University) Educational Entity: Imperial Valley College Abstract
Meeting Students Where They Are: Addressing Diverse Experiences of Childhood Adversity In Rural Schools And Communities Principal Investigator: Catharine Biddle (University of Maine) Educational Entity: Cobscook Community Learning Center’s Transforming Rural Experience in Education (TREE) Abstract
Culturally Relevant Texts for English Learners with Refugee Backgrounds Principal Investigators: Hyonsuk Cho (University of North Dakota) and Tanya Christ (Oakland University) Educational Entity: Global Friends Coalition Abstract
Cross-Cultural Communication in Healthcare: Training, Education, and Integration Principal Investigators: Tasha Posid (The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center), Cheryl T. Lee (The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center), and Michael W. Sourial (The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center) Educational Entity: Physician CareConnection (PCC) Abstract
Posing Math Problems about our Community: Investigating the WalkSTEM Club Principal Investigator: Candace Walkington (Southern Methodist University) Co-Principal Investigators: Min Wang (Southern Methodist University) and Koshi Dhingra (TalkSTEM) Educational Entity: TalkSTEM Abstract
Exploring Food Insecurity: Engaging Alternative School Students in Youth Participatory Action Research Principal Investigators: Hannah Baggett (Auburn University) and Sean Forbes (Auburn University) Educational Entity: Opelika Learning Center Abstract Racial Equity In Independent Schools: Examining the Relationships between School Climate, Student Engagement, & Achievement Principal Investigator: Kelly Harris (Washington University School of Medicine) Educational Entity: Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School Abstract Supporting Quality Individual Education Program Development and Implementation in Rural East Texas Principal Investigator: Brittany Hott (Texas A&M University-Commerce) Educational Entity: Lamar County Shared Service Arrangement Abstract A Toolkit for the Authentic Implementation of Restorative Justice Principal Investigator: Olivia Marcucci (Washington University in St. Louis) Educational Entity: Man of Valor, Inc Abstract Enhancing Public School Leadership Capacity for Evidence-Based Decision Making Through Education Research Service Project (ERSP) Principal Investigator: Xiaoxia Newton (University of Massachusetts Lowell) Educational Entity: The Career Academy Abstract Examining the Effectiveness of Biliterate Reading/Writing Strategies in a Two-Way Bilingual Program Principal Investigators: Ana Solano-Campos (University of Massachusetts-Boston) and Meg Burns (Lesley University) Educational Entity: Mario Umana Academy Abstract
Learning Stories from a One-Room Schoolhouse: A Place-Based Research and Service Project Principal Investigators: Michael Bowman (Iowa State University), Jennifer Gallagher (Iowa State University), and Sarah Pamperin (Iowa State University) Educational Entity: West Des Moines Historical Society Abstract
Closing the Excellence Gap: Understanding How to Promote High Achievement with Students from Underserved Populations Principal Investigators: Carla B. Brigandi (West Virginia University) and Karen E. Rambo-Hernandez (West Virginia University) Educational Entity: Health Sciences and Technology Academy Abstract
Parental Engagement in a Large, Urban School District for Students with Disabilities, English Language Learners, and Students at Risk for Academic Failure Principal Investigator: Elizabeth D. Cramer (Florida International University) Educational Entity: Miami-Dade County Public Schools Abstract
Raising Voices: Strategies to Understand, Respect, and Make Heard the Experiences and Perspectives of LGBTQA+ Marginalized Youth Principal Investigators: Barbara Denis (Indiana University, Bloomington) and Suraj Uttamchandani (Indiana University, Bloomington), with Laura Ingram (Prism Youth Community), Spencer Biery (Indiana University, Bloomington), Aubrie Blauvelt (Indiana University, Bloomington), and Piper Lacy (Indiana University, Bloomington). Educational Entity: Prism Youth Community Abstract
Impact of DCPS Study Abroad on Student Engagement, Learning, and Civic Identity Principal Investigator: Laura Engel (The George Washington University) Educational Entity: District of Columbia Public Schools Abstract
Racial Equity and Diversity (READ) Curriculum: Grassroots Collectives for Social Justice Principal Investigators: Mona M. Jenkins (University of Cincinnati), Brittany Aronson (Miami University), and Rachel Radina (Miami University) Educational Entity: Black Lives Matter Cincinnati Abstract
Expanding the Use of Assessment and Evaluation in a Community-Based College Access and Preparation Program Principal Investigator: Darris R. Means (University of Georgia) Educational Entity: College Factory Abstract
Interrupting the Internalization of Inequality Principal Investigator: Leigh Patel (Boston College) Educational Entity: Youth in Action Abstract
The Fierce Urgency of Now: Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools and Culturally Relevant Pedagogy Principal Investigators: Alysia D. Roehrig (Florida State University) and Kristal Moore Clemons (Florida State University) Educational Entity: North Florida Freedom Schools Abstract
Examining Latino Families' Language Access and Participation in their Children's IEP Meetings Principal Investigator: Zachary Rossetti (Boston University) Educational Entity: Federation for Children with Special Needs Abstract
Developing Local Literacies with Middle and High School Refugee Youth Principal Investigator: Dr. Carrie Symons (Michigan State University), with Christina Ponzio (Michigan State University) Educational Entity: Refugee Development Center Abstract
Least Restrictive Environments and Achievement for Students with Disabilities in a Large, Urban School District Principal Investigator: Elizabeth D. Cramer (Florida International University) Educational Entity: Miami-Dade County Public Schools Abstract
A Bilingual Kids’ Café: Addressing Nutrition Education, Food Insecurity, and Food Literacies in a North Georgia Community Principal Investigators: Denise Dávila (The University of Nevada Las Vegas) and Stephanie Jones (The University of Georgia) Educational Entity: Food Bank of Northeast Georgia Abstract
Austin Early Childhood Collaborative Principal Investigator: Samina Hadi-Tabassum (Northern Illinois University) Educational Entity: Austin Coming Together Abstract
Creative Corridor Center for Equity’s Focus Project Principal Investigators: Deanna Hill and Kristine Lewis Grant (Drexel University) Educational Entities: Creative Corridor Center for Equity (C3E), Iowa City Community School District, Cedar Rapids Community School District, Linn-Mar Community School District, and Waterloo Community School District Abstract
Identifying the Professional Development Needs of Rural Educators to Enhance School-Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Principal Investigator: Brittany L. Hott (Texas A&M-Commerce) Educational Entity: Lamar County Shared Service Arrangement Abstract
Exploring Individual Impacts and Documenting Collective Voice at the Youth Bike Summit Principal Investigator: Allison H. Mattheis (California State University, Los Angeles) Educational Entity: Recycle-A-Bicycle Abstract
An Analysis of Teachers' Career Paths in Arizona: Retention, Mobility and Attrition Principal Investigators: Jeanne M. Powers and Margarita Pivovarova (Arizona State University) Educational Entity: Arizona Department of Education Abstract
Effective Screening in Kindergarten: Partnering to Assess Behavioral and Academic Readiness to Learn Principal Investigators: Maria Rogers (University of Ottawa) and Robert Volpe (Northeastern University) Educational Entity: Ottawa-Carleton District School Board Abstract
A S.E.L.F. Evaluation Principal Investigators: Anita M. Wells and Amber B. Hodges (Morgan State University) Educational Entity: Sisters Empowered to be Leaders for the Future (S.E.L.F.) Program Abstract
Professional Development Needs of Black, Christian Teachers in the Service of LGBTQIA Youth Principal Investigator: Ashley N. Woodson (University of Pittsburgh) Educational Entity: Saginaw MAX Systems of Care Abstract
Developing Professional Development for K-12 Teachers and School Leaders in Response to the Growing Suburban Diversity Principal Investigator: Judy W. Yu (REACH) Educational Entity: ERASE Racism Abstract
Professional Development Needs of Special Educators to Fully Implement the Mathematics and Language Arts Florida Standards for Students with Disabilities Principal Investigator: Elizabeth D. Cramer (Florida International University) Educational Entity: Miami-Dade County Public Schools Abstract
Refugee Teens as Successful Agents: Leveraging Refugees’ Agentive Choices to Improve Academic Support in After-school Programs Principal Investigator: Shannon M. Daniel (Vanderbilt University) Educational Entity: Journey Abstract
Portraits of Prison-Connected Youth: Analyzing the Impact of Support Programs for Children of Incarcerated Parents Principal Investigator: Alyssa Hadley Dunn (Michigan State University) Educational Entity: Foreverfamily, Inc. Abstract
The GYO Community Voices Project Principal Investigator: Conra D. Gist (University of Arkansas) Educational Entity: Grow Your Own Teachers Illinois Abstract
Sustaining Navajo Knowledge for Navajo Youth and Communities Principal Investigator: Tiffany S. Lee (University of New Mexico) Educational Entity: The Navajo Studies Conference, Inc. Abstract
Initiatives Adopted by School Leaders in New York City Public Schools to Promote the Inclusion of Students with Disabilities: A Family Focus Principal Investigator: Srikala Naraian (Teachers College, Columbia University) Educational Entity: Parents for Inclusive Education Abstract
Developing Strategies for Using Early Warning Indicators to Improve College Readiness in St. Louis Public Schools Principal Investigator: Takako Nomi (Saint Louis University) Educational Entity: St. Louis Public Schools Foundation Abstract
Examination of Do the Write Thing Challenge Program in El Paso, TX Principal Investigator: Sarah Peterson (University of Texas at El Paso) Educational Entity: Do the Write Thing Challenge Program – El Paso Abstract
Understanding Social Processes that Foster Authentic Inquiry and Youth Development: An Analysis of the Chicago Metro History Fair Principal Investigators: Charles Tocci, Leanne Kallemeyn, and Ann Marie Ryan (Loyola University Chicago) Educational Entity: Chicago Metro History Education Center Abstract
Serving Emerging Bilingual Elementary Students in a Small Urban Community: An Evaluation of a Literacy-Based After-School Program Principal Investigator: William T. Trent and Victor H. Perez (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) Educational Entity: Champaign Unit #4 School District Abstract
Examining the Effectiveness of a Parent Leadership Support Training (PLST) in Special Education Principal Investigator: Meghan M. Burke (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) Educational Entity: Family Resource Center on Disabilities (FRCD) Abstract Building Data Driven Capacity in OST Programs: NYU and CHCF Research Partnership Principal Investigators: Edward Fergus and Mellie Torres (New York University) Educational Entity: Committee for Hispanic Children and Families, Inc. Abstract
Immigrant Families and Educational Access in a Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Faith Community Principal Investigators: María Paula Ghiso (Teachers College, Columbia University) and Gerald Campano (University of Pennsylvania) Educational Entity: Aquinas Center Abstract
Supporting Community Integration in a New Immigrant Destination: A Research and Service Partnership between the Pennsylvania State University and the Hazleton Integration Project Principal Investigator: Megan Hopkins (The Pennsylvania State University) Educational Entity: The Hazleton Integration Project Abstract
The Role of Mexican Culture and Spanish Language Maintenance in the Educational Needs and Advancement of Mexican 1.5 and Second Generation Youth in the Netherlands Principal Investigator: Martha Montero-Sieburth (University of Amsterdam) Educational Entity: Association of Mexicans and Friends of Mexico in the Netherlands Abstract
The Collecting Asian American Refugee Stories (CARS) Project Principal Investigator: Samuel D. Museus (University of Denver) Educational Entity: Asian Pacific Development Center Abstract
Journey Home: The Influence of an Oral History and Community Assessment Project on the Lived Experience of Vietnamese Youth as Political Actors Principal Investigator: Rand Quinn (University of Pennsylvania) Educational Entity: Boat People SOS, Delaware Valley Regional Branch Abstract
Ensuring Early Literacy Opportunities for At-Risk Preschoolers: Evaluating Multiple Pathways of the Impact in Salt Lake City Public Library’s Outreach Storytime Principal Investigator: Claire Seung-Hee Son (University of Utah) Educational Entity: Salt Lake City Public Library (SLCPL) Abstract
A Guiding Light for Students in the Shadows: A Qualitative Project for Providing College Counseling to Undocumented Students Principal Investigator: Michael J. Trivette (University of Georgia) Educational Entity: Freedom University Abstract
Teachers and Parents Advocating for Diversity in Sexual Identity and Gender Expression in Schools: Scholars Supporting Research-Informed Action Primary Investigators: Mollie V. Blackburn, Caroline T. Clark, Jill M. Smith (Ohio State University) Educational Entity: Pink TIGers Abstract
A Qualitative Project Investigating Teaching, Learning and Teacher Development for an eLearning Education Program in Rural Zambia Primary Investigator: Heather Curl (Bryn Mawr/Haverford College) Educational Entity: Impact Network Abstract
Understanding the Decline of the Hiring of Teachers of Color in New York City: Recommendations for Reversing the Decline Primary Investigators: Michael Dumas (New York University), Natalie Havlin (La Guardia Community College), Lois Weiner (New Jersey City University) Educational Entity: Teachers Unite Abstract
RU Connected? A Collaborative Project between University Literacy Researchers and an Urban Afterschool Program (Racquet Up Detroit) to Investigate the Effects of a Summer Technology Camp for Middle School Youth Primary Investigators: Susan Florio-Ruane, Paul Morsink, Maryl Randel (Michigan State University) Educational Entity: Racquet Up Detroit Abstract
Engaging Urban Youth to Catalyze Cultural Change in Their Communities: Evaluative Inquiry into Creative Possibilities and Pathways to STEM in Boston’s Learn 2 Teach, Teach 2 Learn Primary Investigator: Jae-Eun Joo (University of Connecticut) Educational Entity: Learn 2 Teach, Teach 2 Learn Abstract
Strengthening Supplemental Literacy Supports for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse English Language Learners Primary Investigator: Michelle Knight (Teachers College, Columbia University) Educational Entity: Sauti Yetu Girls Educational and Leadership Initiative Abstract
Initiating and Sustaining Educational Change: Implementing the FAIR Education Act and Seth’s Law Primary Investigator: Elizabeth Meyer (California Polytechnic State University) Educational Entity: San Luis Obispo County Office of Education Abstract
The Effect of Research Experience-Based Professional Development on Teacher Efficacy, Motivation, Knowledge Calibration, and Perception of Inquiry Teaching Primary Investigator: Erin E. Peters-Burton (George Mason University) Educational Entity: Loudon County Public Schools Abstract
Evaluation and Assessment of the AVANCE Parent-Child Education Program Primary Investigator: Rick Sperling (St. Mary’s University) Educational Entity: AVANCE Abstract
The Role of Mentoring in Broward County Public Schools Initiative to Foster Black Male Success Primary Investigator: Gerene K. Starratt (Barry University) Educational Entity: Broward County Public Schools Abstract
Power of Words: Exploring Storytelling Practices of Refugee Families Primary Investigators: Ekaterina Strekalova-Hughes, X. Christine Wang (State University of New York at Buffalo) Educational Entity: Journey’s End Refugee Services Abstract
My Brother My Sister: College Access and Retention through Peer Mentoring and Leadership Development Primary Investigator: V. Thandi Sulé (Oakland University) Educational Entity: My Brother My Sister Abstract