Does 2020 present a crucible moment for K–12 education? The answer may surprise you. Chelsea Waite Does 2020 present a crucible moment for K–12 education? The answer may surprise you. Our new paper reveals why some innovations introduced in times of crisis persist, while others are cast aside when conditions normalize. Oct 28, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Will schools change forever? Predicting how two pandemics could catalyze lasting innovation in public schools Chelsea Waite Will schools change forever? Predicting how two pandemics could catalyze lasting innovation in public schools To make sense of the potential for 2020 to change K–12 schools forever, this paper offers a framework for understanding why some crisis-induced innovations persist, while others are cast aside when conditions normalize... Oct 20, 2020 Chelsea Waite
For districts ending police contracts, make sure it’s not in name only Chelsea Waite For districts ending police contracts, make sure it’s not in name only A truly different approach to discipline won’t come from swapping in new people in old roles. Oct 6, 2020 Chelsea Waite
New data reveals a unique picture of school innovation in a challenging year Chelsea Waite New data reveals a unique picture of school innovation in a challenging year The Canopy project is releasing updated information from 130 innovative schools about how they are starting the 2020-21 school year. Sept 28, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Beyond a label: Digging into innovation in charter and traditional district schools Chelsea Waite Beyond a label: Digging into innovation in charter and traditional district schools Schools of both types are finding opportunities to work towards student-centered learning regardless of governance model or circumstance. Aug 26, 2020 Chelsea Waite
A revealing look at innovation in urban and suburban schools Chelsea Waite A revealing look at innovation in urban and suburban schools Canopy data shows urban and suburban schools report innovative practices at different frequencies. July 28, 2020 Chelsea Waite
A revealing look at innovation in rural schools Chelsea Waite A revealing look at innovation in rural schools Canopy data suggests rural schools prioritize flexibility and student supports, but other practices may be less common. July 21, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Free edtech won’t lead to lasting change in schools—but here’s what could Chelsea Waite Free edtech won’t lead to lasting change in schools—but here’s what could As schools confront the challenges ahead of them this year, it’s critical to remember the role that processes play in redefining schools’ capabilities. July 20, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Now is the moment to lean into student agency Chelsea Waite Now is the moment to lean into student agency Nurturing students’ abilities to contribute and lead can have big payoffs as schools face ongoing uncertainty. July 7, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Making sense of school innovation: Five categories of practice revealed Chelsea Waite Making sense of school innovation: Five categories of practice revealed The Canopy dataset suggests five distinct categories of innovative practice in schools. July 2, 2020 Chelsea Waite
3 ways to design for equity in distance learning this fall Chelsea Waite 3 ways to design for equity in distance learning this fall Distance learning designs for the fall must have equity baked in from the beginning to have a chance at supporting underserved students well. June 25, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Why diversity is essential to school innovation Chelsea Waite Why diversity is essential to school innovation What works for some doesn’t work for all, and what’s working for those on the margins could be completely unknown. June 10, 2020 Chelsea Waite
