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EFP publishes policy-relevant research papers concerning education finance, policy, and practice. Retweets/follows are not endorsements. https://xitter.cf/t.co/rtiUL1NQst

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AEFP@aefpwebOct 13
Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal for #AEFP2027! Reviews are now underway, and decisions will be shared by December 11, when registration also opens. In the meantime, keep an eye out for updates on award nominations (now open!) and conference funding opportunities.
AEFP 2027, San Diego. March 25–27, 2027, The Westin Gaslamp Quarter. Illustration of two palm trees on a yellow background.

ALT AEFP 2027, San Diego. March 25–27, 2027, The Westin Gaslamp Quarter. Illustration of two palm trees on a yellow background.

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#FridayFeature In “Navigating Conflicting Pressures: How Districts Spend Federal COVID-19 Relief Funds,” Emily Rauschner, Daniel R. Alvord, and Jordan Mosby used mixed methods to examine how districts spent Federal COVID-19 relief funds across four states. doi.org/10.1162/EDFP.a.489

Navigating Conflicting Pressures: How Districts Spend Federal COVID-19 Relief Funds

Abstract. Federal COVID-19 relief funds provided a large increase in school district revenue, with fewer requirements than usual. Districts received widespread criticism, based on little systematic...

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#TakeawayTuesday. In “Bridging the Gap to Access? Impact of Pre-Collegiate Summer Program on College Outcomes,” Dr. Prasiddha Shakya studies the impact of the Bridge Scholars Program, finding higher levels of college persistence. aefpweb.org/files/Shakya_Sum…
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Bridging the Gap to Access? Impact of Pre-Collegiate Summer Program on College Outcomes

Abstract. U.S. colleges face persistent inequities—not only in who enrolls, but in who ultimately graduates. While institutions have expanded efforts to diversify incoming classes, students from...

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#FridayFeature: In “Interdistrict Magnet School Openings and Enrollment Dynamics in Nearby Schools,” Yerin Yoon finds that magnet school expansion reduced the share of white students in private school and increases the share of Free and Reduced Lunch students in public schools
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Read more here: doi.org/10.1162/EDFP.a.477

Who Leaves? Interdistrict Magnet School Openings and Enrollment Dynamics in Nearby Schools

Abstract. Connecticut expanded interdistrict magnet schools (IMS) intending to reduce racial and socioeconomic segregation across districts, yet the potential unintended effects on student composit...

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AEFP@aefpwebSep 30
Summer 2026 @EFPJournal Takeaways are now posted on the AEFP website. Each takeaway offers a one-page overview of a recently published article to help you quickly identify the research most relevant to your work. aefpweb.org/efp-takeaways
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Dan Goldhaber@CEDR_USOct 5
Everyone knows (or should know) how important teachers are for student achievement. I think there's some low-hanging fruit when it comes to improving teacher quality through better hiring decisions. Want to know more (all in 1 page!), see @EFPJournal's aefpweb.org/files/S26_Goldha…
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#TakeawayTuesday: In “Teacher Effectiveness in Remote Instruction,” @mcadelawson and Tim Sass show how teachers’ value-added varies with virtual instruction. Read more here: aefpweb.org/files/Lawson_Sum… #RemoteInstruction #ValueAdded #Covid19 #EdResearch #EducationPolicy
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Yerin Yoon@yerin_yoon_Aug 23
🚨New Publication Alert🚨 A chapter from my dissertation, "Who Leaves? Interdistrict Magnet School Openings and Enrollment Dynamics in Nearby Schools," is now out in @EFPJournal! (1/n)
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AEFP@aefpwebAug 14
#AEFP2027 Call for Proposals is out! Submit your paper, poster, Policy Dialogue, or Conversation Group by October 2. Read the full call: aefpweb.org/callforproposals
AEFP 2027, 52nd Annual Conference, San Diego, set against a sunny skyline with palm trees. Now accepting submissions. Playing the Long Game: Cultivating Purpose for Durable Policy Impact. March 25–27, 2027, The Westin Gaslamp Quarter.

ALT AEFP 2027, 52nd Annual Conference, San Diego, set against a sunny skyline with palm trees. Now accepting submissions. Playing the Long Game: Cultivating Purpose for Durable Policy Impact. March 25–27, 2027, The Westin Gaslamp Quarter.

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Matthew Lee@hmatthewleeAug 20
New publication with @ben_scafidi now available in @EFPJournal! We consider public school district enrollment and resource changes from 1999-2019 and find districts losing enrollment are generally in a stronger resource position on a per-pupil basis. direct.mit.edu/edfp/article-…

Enrollment, Fiscal, and Resource Changes in American Public School Districts, 1998 to 2019

Abstract. Total public school enrollment has decreased in recent years and is forecast to continue decreasing for the foreseeable future. Experts and educators are concerned about how enrollment...

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Consider volunteering for @aefpweb we would love it if you sign up to volunteer reviewing our papers or policy briefs. Thanks!
AEFP@aefpwebAug 3
Want to get more involved with AEFP? Review proposals, chair a session, mentor a member, and more. And to everyone who's already given their time to AEFP: thank you! The 26-27 AEFP Volunteer Survey closes Monday, August 17. Learn more and sign up here: aefpweb.org/volunteer
Now open: AEFP Volunteer Form. Review conference proposals or journal submissions, chair a session, and more. Sign up by Monday, August 17. aefpweb.org/volunteer. The AEFP logo appears as a white outline in the corner.

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Matthew A. Kraft@MatthewAKraftAug 4
As districts face budget shortfalls, I hope state & district leaders will find the guidance in our policy brief helpful for minimizing the harm of teacher layoffs. "The Inequitable Effects of Teacher Layoffs: What We Know and Can Do" @aefpweb @EFPJournal direct.mit.edu/edfp/article/…

The Inequitable Effects of Teacher Layoffs: What We Know and Can Do

Abstract. Economic downturns can cause major funding shortfalls for U.S. public schools, often forcing districts to make difficult budget cuts, including teacher layoffs. In this brief, we synthesize...

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@The74Aug 4
Experts are not surprised LAUSD is in its current financial position — but feel optimistic about the district’s ability to navigate it. Via @edsource buff.ly/0xpuWsV
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AEFP@aefpwebJul 20
Help shape AEFP's 2026–27 programming by proposing a webinar you'd organize & facilitate OR request a topic you'd love AEFP to cover! Submissions are due by August 17 to be considered for the initial lineup. Ideas are welcome on a rolling basis after that. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

AEFP Webinar Submission Form

AEFP's year-round programming brings the community together beyond the Annual Conference through webinars on timely education finance and policy topics, professional development, and more. Past...

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AEFP@aefpwebJul 27
Looking for a resource on education finance & policy? @EFPJournal publishes policy-relevant research papers covering topics from early childhood to graduate education in the United States and around the world 📚 direct.mit.edu/edfp/issue
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We are grateful for this amazing team of associate editors 🎉
AEFP@aefpwebJul 2
Please join us in welcoming our new Education Finance and Policy Associate Editors! 🎉
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AEFP@aefpwebJul 1
Please join us in welcoming our new Education Finance and Policy editors: Michael Kofoed (University of Tennessee, Knoxville), Gema Zamarro (University of Arkansas), & Tommaso Agasisti (Politecnico di Milano School of Management)! 🎉
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#FridayFeature: April 2017, Spencer Foundation–funded study “Are Student Absences Worth the Worry in U.S. Primary Schools?” Gershenson, Jacknowitz & Brannegan find absences lower achievement, especially for low-income students & ELLs. Read more: dx.doi.org/10.1162/EDFP_a_00… #EFP

Are Student Absences Worth the Worry in U.S. Primary Schools?

Abstract. Student absences are a potentially important, yet understudied, input in the educational process. Using longitudinal data from a nationally representative survey and rich administrative...

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#FridayFeature: IES-funded study “ACT for All,” Joshua Hyman finds that requiring all students to take a college entrance exam increases four-year enrollment, especially for low-income students, and is more cost-effective than traditional aid. 🔗 dx.doi.org/10.1162/EDFP_a_00…

ACT for All: The Effect of Mandatory College Entrance Exams on Postsecondary Attainment and Choice

Abstract. This paper examines the effects of requiring and paying for all public high school students to take a college entrance exam, a policy adopted by eleven states since 2001. I show that prior...

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