Extra Time

November 19, 2014

Review focuses on expanded learning programs

A review of 30 well-designed studies on after-school and summer programs across the country found mixed results regarding their benefits on student academic performance. Students who were below grade level in English gained the most from these programs, according to some of the studies.

Susan Frey

October 16, 2014

State ranks first in after-school programs

In a national ranking, California is at the top in providing quality after-school programs based on the percentage of students involved, parent satisfaction and other factors, according to a survey released Thursday by the Afterschool Alliance, an advocacy group for expanded learning.

Susan Frey

July 21, 2014

Report lists ways to measure expanded learning

The Annenberg Institute for School Reform has developed a set of indicators to measure the success of expanded learning efforts that aim to improve the academic achievement of low-income students.

Susan Frey

May 27, 2013

School leaders say Oakland's community school movement will continue, even without Tony Smith

Michelle Maitre

August 12, 2012

Summer programs turning struggling students into readers

Susan Frey