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- Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA)
- 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC)
- Carl D. Perkins Act
- Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
- Higher Education Act (HEA)
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- State-Level Policies
- Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
- August 10, 2022
Access to Higher Education: Supports for Homeless and Foster Youth
Rachelle discusses the need for supporting access to higher education for homeless and foster youth, and offers possible solutions.
AYPF Youth Summit, 1st Session
https://youtu.be/M0vFHaPwkkgOn August 3, the American Youth Policy Forum began hosting our Youth Summit, which was the first in a series of discussions focused…
- May 10, 2022
School Discipline Disparities Info Hub
How to Use the HubThis information hub outlines the problem of school climate and highlights evidence-based solutions and alternatives to punitive practices em…
- April 11, 2022
Trauma-responsive Educational Practices: Providing Schools with Tools to Address the Youth Mental Health Crisis
To address the crisis, Anusha provides resources to help schools with youth mental health.
College Access & Success Salon
An informal event for staff of postsecondary education institutions, focused on college access and success for young people.
Credible Messengers Small Group Discussion
An informal event led and facilitated by AYPF’s Youth Policy Consultants and focused on the topic of credible messengers.
- January 26, 2022
For Native Education, Community Is the Answer
Kameryn discusses challenges for Native youth in education systems and what to do about them.
- October 28, 2021
Teaching for Change
Keesha introduces Teaching for Change, with an introduction from Stephanie, AYPF's executive director.
- September 15, 2021
COVID-19 Learning Gap: Opportunities for Educational Re-invention
Kameryn discusses challenges youth face during the pandemic and opportunities for educational reinvention.
Saving Summer Jobs: How Can Summer Youth Employment Programs Improve Youth Outcomes during COVID-19?
This interactive webinar illuminated how Boston mounted effective summer job programs during COVID-19.
- October 13, 2020
Top Ten Ways to Engage Students in Deeper Learning during COVID
Dr. Loretta Goodwin considers how educators can help students remain engaged, motivated, & learning during COVID-19.
- August 12, 2020
How COVID-19 Affects Mental Health Disparities for Vulnerable Youth
Dr. Stephanie McGencey writes how the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on BIYOC & other traditionally underserved youth requires a targeted response.
- July 21, 2020
The Impact of COVID-19 Through the Lens of Foster Youth and Justice-Involved Youth
After a series of focus groups, Maria Duarte & Nicole Chandonnet share research alongside youth voices relating their COVID-19 experiences.
Deeper Learning in the Time of COVID-19: Supporting Educators’ Professional Development in Virginia (Part 2 of 3)
Part 2 of this series on Deeper Learning examined how high-quality professional development & training can be supported when resources are scarce.
Fatigued by School Reform: A Book Talk with Jack Jennings
This conversation with Jack Jennings focused on his recent book & broader lessons around American K-12 education, economic opportunity & teacher quality.
- April 15, 2020
Coronavirus Puts Children at Risk by Deepening Inequities
Logan Beyer writes how COVID-19 disproportionately impacts communities of color, low-income areas & children from traditionally underserved backgrounds.
- February 4, 2020
Colorado’s efforts to align education and workforce needs in rural communities
Dr. Loretta Goodwin talks about the promising efforts underway in Colorado to align education and workforce opportunities for students.
- January 22, 2020
A Tale of Two Courtrooms: Exploring the Differing Lenses of Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice
Guest blogger Mary Nelson shares two stories that can be used as a lens for evaluating the effectiveness of youth-serving systems.
- November 19, 2019
Homeless for the Holidays: Why We Must Tackle Housing & Food Insecurity for College Students
Monica Evans & Samaura Stone write about how college breaks create additional barriers for students experiencing homelessness, housing & food insecurity.
- November 5, 2019
A Light of Hope: How Schools Can Disrupt Homelessness
Maria Duarte writes how it is imperative to analyze the role schools play in supporting youth experiencing homelessness.
