Academic Tenacity: Mindsets and Skills That Promote Long Term Learning

Below is an update on the Networks for School Improvement Strategy from launch until now, as well as what is next in building out this work with partners.

There are a number of reasons that a student may fall behind in school, but one of the most impactful is making the transition to high school. Research shows that whether students graduate from high school is largely determined during their freshman year.

To get up to grade level in science, Amarachi Onyemaobi knew she needed to understand the systems of the human body. Just as importantly, she knew how long it would take and what she needed to do to master the concept.