Statement on Illinois HB3496
Read a statement by The Fund's CEO, Dr. Heather Anichini, about Illinois HB3496, which proposes to redefine education management in Chicago.
Breaking Down A New Study about The Effectiveness of Top-Tier Principals with The Fund’s Director of Data & Policy
A new study from the Wallace Foundation synthesizes two decades of research about principals to highlight the impact that top-tier principals can have on student learning. To better understand the study’s findings and implications, Fund team member Wayne Zhang had a short conversation with Director of Data and Policy, Nelson Gerew.
At Julian High School, Principal Myron Hester Empowers Students to Empower the Community
The Fund profiles Principal Myron Hester. He talks about joy, student and community empowerment, and fine arts at Julian High School on Chicago's Far South Side.
"Speaking with Principal Myron Hester from Julian High School on Chicago’s Far South Side, the first thing that becomes obvious is the joy he brings to leading his students."