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Below are featured reports that help to guide our work. For more information, view this list of national and state reports published by Achieve.


Boosting the Supply and Effectiveness of Washington Math and Science Teachers

A new study on STEM education in Washington finds that an inadequate supply of STEM teachers and ineffective teacher evaluation policies throughout the state are contributing to low student achievement and a widening achievement gap in math and science.
A new study on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STE
Type: Research

Improving the Odds: Preparing Washington Students for Family-Wage Jobs

Improving Odds thumbnailRight now, Washington's education system practically guarantees that, even if students meet the minimum high school graduation requirements, they won't be adequately prepared for a two-year college -- or eligible to even apply to a four-year college. This new report from the College & Work Ready Agenda advocates for a K-12 education system that prepares all students to compete for family-wage jobs.

Graduation Matters: Improving Accountability for High School Graduation

This report contends that most states are setting low goals for improving graduation rates, and for ensuring that more low-income, minority, disabled and English language learner students earn a high school diploma.


Important, But Not for Me, Public Agenda

This new report from Public Agenda found that parents and students still aren't convinced that math and science is important for them.


The Silent Epidemic, Gates Foundation

This 2006 report by Civic Enterprises in association with Peter D. Hart Research Associates, highlights the high school dropout epidemic in America and suggests providing academic and home "supports” to improve students’ chances of staying in school.