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Our HEDCO Institute evidence summaries provide K-12 education leaders with actionable tips and recommendations based on the latest education research.

Strategies for strengthening teacher self-efficacy
Findings from a meta-analysis with over 11,000 teachers show that training programs can improve teacher self-efficacy.

Effective approaches to suicide prevention in schools
Findings from a meta-analysis of suicide prevention programs in schools show that educational programs and gatekeeper training are beneficial for students and school staff.

Promoting inclusivity and acceptance of diverse sexual and gender identities in schools
A rapid realist review of programs identifies five types of universal interventions to support students with sexual and gender minority identities.

How effective are school-based anxiety prevention programs?
Findings from our new review suggest anxiety prevention programs are likely to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms on average, but the effect is small.

Comprehension strategies to support students with reading difficulties
Findings from a network meta-analysis of reading comprehension intervention components reveal three strategies that maximize benefits for students in grades 3-12.

What kind of research exists on four-day school weeks in the United States?
Our scoping review aimed to identify all empirical studies on the four-day school week in the United States and explore the types of research evidence in the literature. Our review included 111 studies. As part of our review process, we also completed interviews with three superintendents with experience in decision-making around the four-day school week.

Culturally sensitive substance use prevention programs benefit youth
Do culturally sensitive programs prevent or reduce substance use among adolescents? Findings from a meta-analysis show that culturally sensitive prevention programs are effective in preventing or reducing substance use among Black, Hispanic/Latine, and Native American adolescents.

Math at home matters!
Findings from a new study show the benefits of caregivers playing math games and activities outside of school for supporting children's school readiness.

Do school-based depression prevention programs impact youth’s mental health and well-being?
This review examines research on the effects of school-based depression prevention programs. We specifically reviewed evidence on programs delivered directly to K-12 students during the school day.
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