Keeping our kids safe and healthy, and in turn protecting our communities, should be our priority. As an organization with a platform and a wide network of leaders, we have a responsibility to mobilize our communities to take action and continue to further prevent the spread of COVID-19. With the fresh recommendation by the Centers […]
Family Engagement can Help Increase Vaccine Access and Equity Read More »
On Monday, July 20th, a group of national parent leader organizations released a letter to education leaders and policymakers laying out their clear guidelines for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. In order to safely and equitably resume schooling in the fall amidst the current global pandemic, health and safety must be a priority – for
IEL Supports Parent Leaders’ call for healthy, equitable, and quality education Read More »
Imagine being placed in handcuffs for throwing a “temper tantrum.” Now imagine being six years old. This is what happened to Kaia Rolle on September 20 in Orlando, Fla.
Love, Not Handcuffs Read More »
Mark Kabban, a 2018 Meade Fellow, met with education and policy influencers during a week-long visit to Washington, D.C. The fellowship provided him with an opportunity to meet with organizations working on immigrant and refugee issues.
3 Ways Schools can Help Refugees during the Trump Administration Read More »
Last week I was working on finalizing a contract agreement when, I heard voices and cars honking. I got up, walked to the corner window of my office and I saw a group of young students gathered around the intersection holding up signs and cheering each other on in protest of the lack of significant
Hands without Guns: A Statement by Johan Uvin Against Gun Violence Read More »
The Department of Labor, in collaboration with the Council of State Governments and National Conference of State Legislatures, released a report based on the career development work of IEL and it’s partners.
Department of Labor Report Highlights IEL’s Youth Transition Work Read More »
On February 23, IEL and Boston University will host a congressional briefing on how states use individualized learning plans to prepare students for college and careers.
Hill Briefing Highlights State Career, College Readiness Strategies Read More »
The U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon approved a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, Oregon, and private plaintiffs to resolve violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Settlement to Lift Workers with Disabilities from Sub-Minimum Wage Read More »
Today the New York Times published IEL’s letter to the editor regarding New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio’s recent investment in the community schools strategy.
NY Times Publishes IEL Letter on NYC Community Schools Read More »