A Message Regarding COVID-19
AYPF is closely monitoring the spread of COVID-19 and other institutional responses to the virus. Accordingly, AYPF staff began mandatory telework at 5:00pm on Friday, March 13. Telework will remain in effect through at least the end of the day on Monday, June 8. AYPF leadership will continue to monitor the situation and regularly evaluate the need for continued telework beyond June 8.
The AYPF Board and Staff remain committed to our mission and will be responsive to email and telephone communications. We look forward to working with you to improve outcomes for traditionally underserved youth.
We send well wishes to each of you and hope that you remain safe and healthy during this challenging time for our nation.
The COVID-19 Response information hub will share weekly resources related to disadvantaged groups of young people, including the challenges they currently face as well as resources and policies to assist them.
Upcoming Events
Fatigued by School Reform: A Book Talk with Jack Jennings
Read moreThis conversation with Jack Jennings will focus on his recent book & broader lessons around American K-12 education, economic…
Deeper Learning in the Time of COVID-19 – New Hampshire (Part 1 of 3)
Read morePart 1 of the Deeper Learning in the Time of COVID-19 series will discuss how a focus on student-centered &…
Topic Areas
AYPF has wide-ranging expertise in a myriad of education, youth, and workforce policy topics. To gain a more comprehensive view of our focus areas, click on the following topics:
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Youth Populations
AYPF focuses on improving policies and practices that impact traditionally underserved youth, ages 14 – 25. This includes youth who are in school and those who have left school and are not in education, training, or the workforce. To gain a more comprehensive view about the youth at the center of our work, click on a highlighted population.
Policies & Legislation
AYPF analyzes certain federal laws to understand how they affect traditionally underserved youth and how they enable or constrain states and communities in effectively and equitably serving these youth. As a nonpartisan organization, we do not lobby or take positions on legislation, but rather educate and inform policymakers about opportunities to improve youth policy and practice. Click on an icon to learn more about the policies and legislation at the center of our work.
The Latest from our Blog
Coronavirus Puts Children at Risk by Deepening Inequities
April 15, 2020Logan Beyer writes how COVID-19 disproportionately impacts communities of color, low-income areas & children from traditionally underserved backgrounds.
Internal Research Capacity Within an SEA
March 24, 2020Rebecca Lavinson writes about a collaborative learning journey to the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Where are all the Teachers? Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and the Impact on Equity
March 10, 2020Monica Evans writes about strengthening the education workforce through enhanced preparation to prevent shortages & improve student outcomes.
