The WWC has released a request for information on rigorous research on interventions that promote postsecondary success. » More info
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What's New at IES
Impacts of Home Visits on Students in District of Columbia Public Schools
REL Mid-Atlantic partnered with the District of Columbia Public Schools to conduct a rigorous evaluation of the impacts of teacher home visits conducted as part of its Family Engagement Partnership (FEP) program. The favorable impacts found in this study provide DCPS a reason to continue—and perhaps consider expanding—structured relationship-building home visits as part of their family engagement efforts. » More info
New Report Release on Revenues and Expenditures for Public School Districts in 2018-19
The national median of total revenues per pupil and expenditures per pupil increased across all public school districts between budget years 2018 and 2019. » More info
The Work of IES
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Standards and Review
The IES Standards and Review Office oversees peer review of reports and research grant applications.
Peer Review of Reports
Peer Review of Grant Applications
Standards and Review Office
Featured Resources
Monthly School Survey Dashboard on Reopening of Schools
Monthly updates on school reopenings and modes of instruction offered students in national sample of schools.
IES Resources for Responding to COVID-19
Resources, research, and statistics about teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic for educators, caregivers, and policymakers.
Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 pandemic for IES grantees.
U.S. Department of Education COVID-19 Information
Resources from the U.S. Department of Education on how schools can collaborate to disseminate critical information about the COVID-19 and its potential transmission to students, families, staff, and community.
Featured Publications
Educator's Practice Guide to Support Reading For Understanding, K-3
This new What Works Clearinghouse guide has research-based recommendations for improving early grades reading and ideas and tips for implementation in the classroom.
Guide to Education Data Privacy
This free resource for states and districts was developed by practitioners in the field through the National Forum on Education Statistics. It is designed to assist school staff in protecting the confidentiality of student data.
Latest Posts from the IES Blog
New Topic Landing Page:
IES Topic Pages
Learn more about what IES is doing across the Centers on critical topics in education including English Learners, STEM, Literacy, Career and Technical Education, and Postsecondary Education.