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Murphey, David; Madill, Rebecca; Guzman, Lina – Child Trends, 2017
Researchers reviewed existing research and conducted an original analysis of data from a large, nationally representative sample of Latino kindergartners with the aim of understanding what factors are associated with math achievement prior to and during the kindergarten year. This report begins by providing an overview of the research on the…
Descriptors: Hispanic American Students, Kindergarten, Predictor Variables, Achievement Gains
Princiotta, Daniel; Lippman, Laura; Ryberg, Renee; Schmitz, Hannah; Murphey, David; Cooper, Mae – Child Trends, 2014
Only about 59 percent of full-time, first-time students at four-year institutions complete such a degree within six years at the same school. Completion rates are even lower for those starting part-time, or at less than four-year schools (and planning to transfer). Which social indicators--such as student engagement, enrollment status, and family…
Descriptors: Social Influences, Postsecondary Education, Success, College Graduates
Marin, Pilar; Brown, Brett – Child Trends, 2008
Adolescents spend a large proportion of their day in school or pursuing school-related activities. While the primary purpose of school is the academic development of students, its effects on adolescents are far broader, also encompassing their physical and mental health, safety, civic engagement, and social development. Further, its effects on all…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Educational Environment, Well Being, Comprehensive School Health Education
Brown, Brett V.; Bogard, Kimber – Child Trends, 2007
By the end of third grade, children must develop foundational skills in reading, math, and behavioral predispositions that maximize their chances of future academic success and wellbeing. Results from the 2005 National Assessment for Educational Progress (NAEP) indicate that many children lack these foundational skills, and that low-income…
Descriptors: Grade 3, Educational Environment, Academic Achievement, Preschool Evaluation