In the new white paper, “Building A Sustainable Roadmap for Continuous Improvement in Special Education”, PCG’s Dr. Jennifer Baribeau provides educators insight on the need for enhanced educational support for students with diverse learning needs in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, which deepened disparities in educational outcomes.

The closure of schools and the transition to remote learning had a disproportionate impact on special populations, further widening existing opportunity gaps. These challenges have underscored the urgent need for schools and districts to reevaluate their service delivery and interventions to ensure that students most affected by the pandemic receive the necessary support to thrive. As schools and districts strive to foster equity and inclusivity, a comprehensive approach to improving special education services is essential.

At the forefront of this movement is the innovative collaborative program evaluation model that empowers educators, administrators, and external evaluators to come together to assess the effectiveness of educational programs. How can you design an effective collaborative program evaluation that fosters positive outcomes for marginalized student groups?

 Read and download the paper here