February 09, 2021

How Will Walton's New Five-Year Plan Impact K-12 Education?

February 09, 2021/ Connie Matthiessen

K-12 funding juggernaut the Walton Family Foundation just released a new strategic plan. The foundation is sticking with main priorities like charter schools, but leaders say they’re putting new emphasis on inclusivity and listening to communities.

January 20, 2021

“Pandemic Pods” Are Popular in COVID-era Education. Can Funders Expand Access?

January 20, 2021/ Connie Matthiessen

“Pandemic pods” have emerged as one creative solution to learning loss caused by COVID-19, but experts fear they’ll worsen inequities in education. One K-12 funder distributed small, nimble grants to parents to expand access.