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University of Oregon Ed. Research Lab Partners With Catapult Learning

2019-01-25T09:53:47-05:00January 25th, 2019|

In EdWeek Market Brief, CEO of Catapult Learning Jeff Cohen as well as Hank Fien, the director of the University of Oregon's Center on Teaching and Learning recently discussed the newly formed Institute for Scaling Evidence-Based Education. Initially, the partnership will focus on ramping up the reach of the center’s Enhanced Core Reading Instruction program. The reading program focuses on using explicit and systematic instruction, teacher modeling, practice, and review. Catapult Learning will provide professional development for the reading program, support with implementation, and other work, such as marketing it to schools. But over time, both Fien and Catapult Learning [...]

Practicing What We Preach: Is it Possible for Instruction to Reflect Research in Practice?

2018-08-18T04:59:48-04:00January 26th, 2016|

As we celebrate the start of a new year, we simultaneously approach the midway point of the school year. This is a great opportunity to reflect on what has been accomplished academically for our students and take stock of what might require a “reset” based on current trends. An area of particular importance to me is the value of “intensive instruction or intensive intervention.” I refer to these concepts so often that it has become part of my vernacular on a daily basis in working with school personnel, particularly school directors. I preach it and I hear it reflected [...]

Authoritarian Parenting Can Make It Harder for a Child to Succeed—Here’s Why

2024-04-16T16:23:03-04:00April 16th, 2024|

A study says parents are trying to take control of their child's academic pursuits. Experts explain why that can cause issues.It’s been a rough go for children academically over the last few years—from pandemic switches to virtual learning and the continued fallout. A survey of more than 3,000 parents by Test Prep Insight indicates parents are trying to take control of the situation by becoming stricter about academic success.1The survey shows 49% of parents say they are giving their children shorter leashes because of anxiety about their children’s future abilities to navigate a job market. About 20% parents reported being focused on educational [...]

Want to improve test scores? Remove these non-academic barriers

2024-04-01T15:45:03-04:00April 1st, 2024|

An alarming undercurrent to current academic declines is a rising tide of maladaptive behaviors across all student populations. We’ve all seen the statistics. Reading and math scores are down in the latest NAEP numbers. The average scores for 9-year-old students in 2022 declined five points in reading and seven points in mathematics compared to 2020. The decline in math was the largest drop since 1990. History scores are also dropping, and alarmingly so: In 2022, the average U.S. history score in eighth grade decreased by five points compared to 2018 and by nine points compared to 2014. The average score in 2022 [...]

What is teacher wellness?

2024-04-01T10:25:54-04:00April 1st, 2024|

Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of teaching? You're not alone! Many educators experience stress and burnout. Learn more about the effective strategies to improve teacher wellness.

Ingrid Gimenez Conti Information And Resources

2024-04-25T09:16:29-04:00March 20th, 2024|

Ingrid Gimenez Conti Senior Director, School Partnerships [email protected] Ingrid Gimenez Conti Information & Resources Catapult Learning works with students and teachers in public and nonpublic schools throughout the country. We utilize our suite of proprietary, research-based programs. Our school partnership experts help schools understand and navigate funding resource channels to optimize their services and allocation with our turnkey programming. We’ll customize a solution tailored to your school community goals, timeline, and budget. We look forward to partnering with your school. Turnkey Service Solutions: Professional Development & Coaching Summer Learning & Learning Bags High-Dosage Tutoring & [...]

Catapult Learning and Praxis Partner on Program to Equip New Teachers With Skills in Math Instruction and Core Competencies

2024-03-12T14:43:14-04:00March 12th, 2024|

Easy-to-implement ‘New Teacher Math & Essentials’ professional development program empowers educators with essential skills and strategies to drive student achievement PHILADELPHIA, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult Learning, a provider of professional development solutions for educators in K-12 schools and intervention programs for students, today announced a partnership with ETS, the world’s largest, private educational and workforce research and measurement organization. Drawing on insights gleaned from ETS Praxis® elementary-mathematics test data, Catapult Learning will offer a New Teacher Math & Essentials program, designed to directly address key areas of need for new and aspiring educators, enabling them to strengthen [...]

What Makes an Effective Teacher Professional Development Program?

2024-03-08T13:19:34-05:00March 8th, 2024|

Optimal teaching and learning in classrooms, and beyond, can take place only when the following three critical areas are addressed in an integrated way:

Professional Development Bundles

2024-03-06T12:11:12-05:00February 21st, 2024|

Address Today's Issues with Holistic Professional Development Bundles. To help educators address a range of academic challenges, we have developed best practice implementations designed to optimize classroom management, meet academic goals, and boost leadership skills - across your district. Our New Teacher Math & Essentials will help your newest educators develop skills in math instruction & core competencies Classroom Management & Behavior Strategies will equip educators to create optimal learning environments Increase retention and create a culture of wellness with Educator Well-Being Unlock learning through literacy professional development based on the Science [...]

Mikki Cruz Information and Resources

2024-02-20T14:58:01-05:00February 20th, 2024|

Mikki Cruz Regional Director - Greater NY [email protected] Mikki Cruz Information & Resources Catapult Learning works with students, teachers, and administrators in public and nonpublic schools throughout the country while offering our suite of proprietary, research-based programs. Our school partnership experts help schools and school districts understand and navigate funding resource channels to optimize their services and allocation with our easily transferable programming. We’ll customize a solution tailored to your school community goals, timeline, and budget. We look forward to speaking with you on how we can best support your school goals. Customizable Service Solutions: [...]

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