December 2005

The Link to Become Monthly eLink in 2006
Beginning in January 2006, Edvantia’s quarterly newsletter for educators, The Link, will become the eLink, as it moves to a more expansive, monthly, online format. Click here to subscribe to the eLink and receive the latest research and other resources from Edvantia online.

New Book from Edvantia Can Help Educators Close Achievement Gaps
Edvantia is pleased to announce the publication of It Takes a School: Closing Achievement Gaps by Creating Culturally Responsive Schools, a book developed to help educators create learning environments where all students have opportunities to learn to high standards, regardless of ethnicity or socioeconomic status, Based on more than 10 years of research and development, this book helps teachers and administrators recognize the cultural experiences, knowledge, and skills of all students, and encourage all students to reach their potential.

Research Corner
Good writers know the importance of connections. Research shows that helping students become good writers requires that schools also make the "write" connections. Read more about the topic in Edvantia's monthly Research Corner page in District Administration magazine.

Grants Update—December 2005
This new listing features education-related grants from the federal government, foundations, and other sources.


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