Across the country, counterproductive policies prevent school districts and states from hiring, developing and retaining effective teachers. Through non-partisan, data-driven research and analysis, The New Teacher Project advances policies and practices that support effective teaching in every classroom.
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A Smarter Teacher Layoff System: How Quality-Based Layoffs Can Help Schools Keep Great Teachers
Amid signs that the economy will force school districts across the country to lay off teachers in the coming months, this policy brief shows strong teacher support for ending “quality-blind” layoff policies based strictly on seniority.
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Drawing upon its extensive experience with urban districts nationwide, The New Teacher Project identifies common policy barriers that prevent poor and minority children from getting fair access to effective teachers. The reports suggest realistic solutions and help education leaders and elected officials make the case for change.
District and State Studies
The New Teacher Project works on the ground with states and districts to identify the root causes of their teacher quality challenges. In collaboration with local partners, TNTP strategically advocates for common-sense reforms that benefit both students and teachers.
Issue Analysis
The New Teacher Project’s policy papers provide a balanced and detailed understanding of critical human capital issues and help education leaders map the way forward.
Philanthropy Roundtable
Achieving Teacher and Principal Excellence,
2008
