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Last week, our CEO Jon Deane joined FutureEd at Georgetown and a panel of experts to discuss ways to measure school performance beyond test scores. Check out why looking at a holistic set of factors — like student growth, school culture, and college readiness — can give families a richer understanding of what makes a school great. #SchoolQuality #Education

ICYMI: As of this spring, Google is removing all K-12 school reviews from its platform and has disabled new ones. Families still need to hear from other parents when researching schools, and that’s where GreatSchools comes in. We host over 1 million parent, student, and teacher reviews, with every submission verified for authenticity. This rich trove of feedback helps paint a fuller picture of each school beyond the numbers. For school leaders and educators, these reviews are an invaluable resource to understand what’s working and where they can improve. We’re encouraging families to continue sharing their school experiences on GreatSchools.org so that our community can benefit from each other’s insights. Leave a review: https://lnkd.in/ggZa5xg2 #FamilyEngagement #Education #SchoolReviews

Only two days left until our “How Should We Measure School Performance?” webinar with FutureEd at Georgetown! On Wednesday, June 4 at 2 p.m. ET, our CEO, Jon Deane, will join Elaine Allensworth, University of Chicago Consortium on School Research; Jeff Broom, Chicago Public Schools; Denise Forte, EdTrust; and Lizzette Reynolds, Commissioner of Education for the Tennessee Department of Education, to discuss a better, research-driven approach to measuring school quality. We’ll explore insights from the new “Quality Check” report and what a more holistic view of school performance means for families, educators, and policymakers. Don’t miss this important conversation – there’s still time to register and save your spot. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ePGeWWTt #SchoolQuality #EducationResearch #K12Education

We’re excited for our CEO Jon Deane to join FutureEd at Georgetown on June 4 to discuss how to best measure school quality — an even more critical task in an era of expanding school choice. Families need the best available information so they can make the best possible choices for their children. 🎓 “Quality Check: The New, Best Way to Measure School Performance” offers fresh insights into how we define a good school and how we can do it better. Join Jon and others as they dive into the report’s findings and explore how moving beyond one-size-fits-all metrics can paint a more accurate picture of school effectiveness. We’ll talk about what these changes could mean for educators, parents, and policymakers working to ensure every student has access to a great education. Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/ePGeWWTt #SchoolQuality #EducationResearch #K12Education

What’s the one thing you wish you’d known before choosing your child’s school? Now’s your chance to share it. 💬 GreatSchools.org isn’t just about ratings, it’s about community. Your review helps other families understand what makes your school special, and what it’s really like to be part of that community. 📣 Leave a review. Empower another parent. https://lnkd.in/ggZa5xg2 #ParentVoices #SchoolSearch #GreatSchools #EducationMatters

With student achievement declining and many states struggling to effectively support school improvement, it’s time to revisit a fundamental question: What makes a good school, and how should we measure it? Join us and a panel of leading experts for a timely conversation about today’s measurement and accountability systems and how we can build better tools to drive real improvement. 🗓️Register now: https://lnkd.in/ePGeWWTt

Families don’t just buy a home, they choose a community. And for over half of homebuyers, that decision starts with school quality. Real estate agents know how important it is to empower buyers with the right information. That’s where GreatSchools' NearbySchools™ API comes in, offering accurate, real-time data on local schools right within your listings so buyers get the info they care about without having to search elsewhere. Curious how it works? Check out our ten tips on how to strengthen your listings and better serve your clients. 👉 https://bit.ly/3YFmKJV

Proud to join this coalition of CEOs advocating for expanded access to computer science education. Every student should have the chance to develop the skills that power today’s careers and tomorrow’s innovations. 🔬 Visit GreatSchools.org to see the #STEM offerings at your child’s school. #Unlock8 #CSForAll #computerscience

National Charter Schools Week offers more than a spotlight on one type of school, it’s an opportunity to reflect on how complex today’s school landscape can be for families. District-run, charter, private. Each school type operates differently, and understanding those differences is key to making confident decisions about your child’s education. This overview breaks down how schools differ in admissions, structure, and funding, and how parents can think through what matters most for their family. 📍 And when it’s time to take the next step, GreatSchools.org offers school ratings, data, and real parent reviews to help families make informed, grounded decisions. 📖 Explore the guide: https://lnkd.in/e4NGJdfQ #charterschoolsweek

Last week, Google removed the ability to rate and review K-12 schools on Maps and Business Profiles. That’s a big shift, especially when we know how powerful reviews can be. Reviews act as digital word-of-mouth, giving families insight into a school’s values, environment, and community. At GreatSchools, we’ve found that reviews are one of the most trusted tools parents use when evaluating school quality. While Google may have stepped away, parents can still rely upon GreatSchools to share their experiences and hear directly from other families. ✅ On our school profiles, families can read and leave reviews alongside robust, contextual school data. ✅ We’ve got more than 1 million organically-sourced reviews from parents, students, and teachers on our site, and are committed to keeping that feedback accessible. 📘 Learn more in our latest blog and see what schools can do to keep their communities visible and connected. #SchoolPR #K12Communications #ParentEngagement #GreatSchools #EducationLeadership