This report shares final findings from this independent study of Illinois' Learning Renewal - SEL initiative starting in September 2022 through December 2025.

This report explores the Illinois State Board of Education response to the COVID-19 pandemic, their Learning Renewal—SEL initiative, and highlights the central role of social-emotional learning (SEL) in recovery for both students and educators

This report collects insights from practitioners, policymakers, and researchers on the necessary steps that must be taken to prepare for future education disruptions.

This report shares findings on notable turnover among district leadership in the years since the pandemic, including analysis of the average length of leaders' tenure and demographics of district leaders.

This report describes specific actions for how state leaders can use learnings from the pandemic and create lasting systemic changes that benefit students.

This report shares key findings about students' experiences in Chicago Public Schools during the pandemic, including absentee rates and feelings of stronger relationships between teachers and students.

This report shares study findings on the High-Impact Tutoring (HIT) Initiative, which provides students with additional academic supports to help schools manage learning loss and reduce chronic absenteeism.

This synthesis details findings from a systematic review of COVID-19 academic recovery efforts and supporting evidence related to the topic of student well-being in schools.

This report highlights trends on multiple attainment indicators to measure the state of schools after the pandemic, including chronic absenteeism, achievement metrics, high school graduation rates, and postsecondary enrollment and attainment.

This report shares findings on potential correlations between program implementation and indicators of positive student experience, which include a supportive climate and student interest in learning.