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New AIR research with the Steans Family Foundation examines Chicago’s out-of-school-time (OST) landscape. Findings show opportunities to strengthen alignment, reduce burden, and expand youth access. https://t.co/fNm4xaZa4s

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The Wind River Computer Science Collaborative is being recognized for bringing culturally relevant coding to students. Directed by AIR’s Katie Rich, it reflects a “labor of love” and the “amazing work” of teachers and learners. https://t.co/MMPjTQaak5

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New in AIR Health News: Surgeon attrition rates, major CMS policy updates, and emerging research on maternal health and behavioral health. Also: AIR experts head to #ARM2026 to share insights on workforce and patient-centered care.

🔗 Full newsletter: https://t.co/8KedtoYQNl

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New Workforce Pell rules expand access to short-term training. Starting July 2026, Pell Grants can fund 8–15 week programs in high-demand fields. States play a key role in implementation.

Explore AIR resources for states: https://t.co/rHH6cjdivq

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AIR has launched the new @NSF-funded Center for STEM Education Research and Translation, which aims to strengthen the movement of PreK-12 STEM education research to and from STEM learning environments.

Learn how the Center is supporting #STEMEd: https://t.co/AuJ2kws71u

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AIR and @NatlGovsAssoc are piloting a new effort to help states identify skills for high-demand roles, implement skills-based hiring and development, and measure ROI—supporting more effective, data-driven public sector talent systems. https://t.co/01ueCS0bkj

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Pre‑apprenticeship is gaining momentum nationwide. With support from @Britebound, AIR looks at how states are strengthening these pathways: https://t.co/mPzNb3m8xr

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Join AIR at #ARM2026, where our experts will present across a range of health topics. Highlights include Institute Fellow Brandy Farrar sharing findings on the mental health workforce, and sessions on primary care, access, and patient-centered research. https://t.co/dwwiduUV2n

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This week, AIR is at #AFA2026, connecting across the field. We’re highlighting our @AscendiumEd-funded Upward Apprenticeship Initiative. Learn more: https://t.co/hbAUxduBdw

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The new AIR Health News covers major developments in health and policy—from preventable maternal deaths to AI detecting pancreatic cancer earlier, plus new Medicare coverage for weight loss drugs. https://t.co/H16UcWIJ3b

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The energy sector is changing quickly—and the challenges go beyond technology.

AIR brings expertise in workforce development, policy analysis, and evaluation to help leaders navigate what’s next and build systems that work for people and communities.

https://t.co/QVEC34oFh2

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When do cash transfers improve health—and when do they save lives?

AIR researchers examine when cash transfers affect nutrition, health care use, and survival—and why timing, systems, and program design make all the difference.

https://t.co/QFDe3a3WGM

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Underperformance isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all.

New AIR research shows low‑performing schools in Ohio struggle due to different mixes of underfunding and inefficiency—pointing to smarter, more targeted support.

🔗 https://t.co/hdV20LPeAl

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Generative AI could transform workforce training—but only if adoption keeps pace. A new op‑ed by AIR’s Samia Amin and Per Scholas COO Tamara Johnson explores rapid‑cycle learning partnerships and how to scale AI pilots into strategy. Read more: https://t.co/QVLzic7ieX

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An @educationweek article examines how staffing shortages and limited prep affect general education teachers supporting English learners. Rebecca Bergey shares solutions that help: preparation, collaboration with EL specialists and practical training. https://t.co/SBjUyk56OZ

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Here is new research with Amy Feygin at @AIRInforms on why some community colleges are better than others at workforce outcomes and what that implies for policy and practice: https://t.co/7S6B627kY2

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An AIR evaluation of a pandemic‑era program in Senegal found strong reading gains for grades 2–3—showing that targeted, well‑designed remedial programs can help students catch up.
https://t.co/13Dc1kd774

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When fractions feel like rules to memorize, students struggle.

AIR experts shared with @educationweek why teaching fractions as numbers with meaning can change long‑term math outcomes.

🔗 https://t.co/08VzD3EqqI

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AIR’s @TBI_MS (MSKTC) is a Platinum winner of the 2026 Hermes Creative Awards for its Recovering from Disorders of Consciousness video—recognizing excellence in translating TBI research into accessible, impactful storytelling. Watch the video: https://t.co/58JZ9rypUm

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Join REL Midwest on May 12 for a webinar on teaching fractions with confidence. Explore the Teaching Fractions Toolkit and learn about free, research-based professional development resources for middle grade educators.

🔗 https://t.co/VtdBaQbNVQ