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Professor Min Sun comments on her study that found the teaching profession is attracting applicants with higher test scores, who report much greater job satisfaction than those entering the classroom 15 years ago — especially in cities.

Professor Ann Ishimaru, 2016 recipient of the University Council for Educational Administration's Jack A. Culbertson Award, discusses her work to improve educational leadership to create equitable educational environments for historically marginalized students and families.

Carrie Brennan, lecturer in early childhood and family studies, offers suggestions on how parents can create a nursery that supports a child's development.

The University of Washington's P-3 Executive Leadership program is noted for engaging principals with other early childhood leaders in deep learning about early childhood development and strategies to better connect what comes before children enter kindergarten and the early grades of elementary school.

Thomas Halverson, director of the master's program in education policy, comments on schools and parent-teacher organizations that auction off prime seats and parking spots for graduation ceremonies to the highest bidders.

Professor Megan Bang and Dawn Hardison-Stevens, program manager, discuss the Native Education Certificate Program at the University of Washington, which supports professional development for educators serving Native youth and communities.

A $2.4 million grant to the UW College of Education will benefit students working toward their elementary teaching degree with a bilingual endorsement and meet the rising need for dual language certified educators in Washington.

Professor Ilene Schwartz answers questions about her work in inclusive education as director of the University of Washington's Haring Center.

Dream Project receives the Doug Mason Memorial Award from the Municipal League. Written by Dream Project High School Lead Manager Emily Tran.

Norma Andrade (MIT '14), Joe Camacho (MIT '17), Maxwell Honch (MEd '16) and Meredith Pentzien, graduate student in science education, discuss their experiences at IslandWood improving access to meaningful, nature-based learning experiences.