How Schools Can Best Support Children Living in Poverty

Using data from high-quality assessments in schools can help school leaders identify pathways forward in the fight against poverty.

The impacts of poverty on young people are intense and compounding. How can our education system – from teachers to principals to elected officials – support children living in poverty?  What should policymakers, community leaders, researchers, and philanthropists prioritize given the complexity of poverty?

First, follow the data. Second, investigate the context. Third, support high-quality interventions.