K-12 education in America is undergoing a profound transformation. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, alternative educational models like homeschooling, learning pods, microschools, and charter schools have surged in popularity. The demand for personalized learning–including tutoring services–has grown exponentially, reflecting parents’ desire for more tailored educational experiences for their children. Yet, amid this rapid shift, state systems for collecting and reporting educational data have lagged far behind, leaving families without the information they need to make the most of this more complex educational landscape.
A new era of data collection is urgently needed—one that reflects the broad range of learning environments students now navigate and provides families with transparent, actionable insights.
We’re releasing this new memo from 50CAN William E. Simon Policy Fellow Cooper Conway to the broader public with the hope that we can provide parents with greater information about their kids and schools.
