According to the National Center for Education Statistics’ August 2023 pulse panel, 60% of public schools were utilizing a “community school” or “wraparound services model” at the start of this school year—up from 45% last year.

Across the U.S., public schools lack the resources to track their facilities and operations, resulting in missed opportunities to ensure equitable access to high quality learning environments.

Here is how smart education policy can make community colleges drivers of economic mobility, employment, and dynamism in local communities.

“Permitting reform” may not sound sexy, but it is critical if the federal government wants to meet its clean energy and climate goals.