DFER Massachusetts

Democrats for Education Reform supports leaders in our Party with the courage to challenge the status quo.

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

Join the Voices for Academic Equity coalition for the release of a first-ever analysis of MA high school course requirements, which reveals a wide variation in students’ learning experiences across high schools.
Register here: https://t.co/YJl0OziUKD

[CommonWealth Beacon @CWBeacon]

Where does MCAS ballot question leave state grad requirement? That’s far from clear via @CWBeacon

https://t.co/0RPm8ypxcV

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

BESE member @mmoriarty61 points to Voices report at Tuesday's meeting. "...if the state is seriously considering [MassCore] to patch over the inconsistencies in accountability from district-to-district, that's something we can get in front of right now."
https://t.co/y9j7yaSj77

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

Former Secretary of Education Jim Peyser shares insights on the future of #maedu following the elimination of the MCAS graduation requirement. #mapoli
https://t.co/STvvo6DffX

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

Massachusetts comes in 26th place when controlling for demographics on 8th grade NAEP math scores. Continuing to live up to the "number 1 for some" title.
#maedu #mapoli

[Chad Aldeman @ChadAldeman]

{new} Which states *actually* have the best schools?

https://t.co/sFHQrX9WKZ

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

"America’s education system is in trouble, but neither Republicans nor Democrats are up for the challenge of enforcing change." #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/Y9o3da3Ef7

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

The latest polling from @MAOpportunity shows that 75% of surveyed Massachusetts residents support a new graduation requirement based on statewide curriculum standards. #maedu #mapoli

[Mass Opportunity Alliance @MAOpportunity]

Mass. became one of the top states for public education because of its high standards. After the removal of the MCAS graduation requirement, voters agree something new is needed to keep that legacy alive. https://t.co/WH7vS3JMRc

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

"Without a uniform graduation assessment that identifies and addresses unique needs and conditions, student achievement gaps between affluent and high-needs communities will only grow." #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/R0iFbkyZy5

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

It's time to end legacy admissions preferences in Massachusetts. "Legacy admissions disproportionately harm students of color and low-income students, because most of the beneficiaries are white and rich." #maedu #mapoli @James_S_Murphy @CWBeacon
https://t.co/wW2z3pbplL

[Annenberg Institute at Brown @AnnenbergInst]

Research from Annenberg affiliate Matthew Kraft referenced in a recent article from @edsource

Time in class improves academic outcomes, according to new research
https://t.co/p0RbH10AlF

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

Congratulations to @teachplusMA Senior Policy Fellow, Luisa Sparrow on being named 2025 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year! 👏👏 #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/NZ1OrpXABz

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

Two Massachusetts families sue famous literacy specialists. “I trusted that when I was sending my children off to school, they were getting instruction that had been tested and proven effective..."👏👏 #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/OicOwQ0n7P

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

Massachusetts is looking for a new K-12 Education Commissioner. “The successful candidate will...[have] a clear track record of dismantling systemic inequities & improving the experience of all students...” #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/FjjO8PTmhg

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

"We’re basically saying that a diploma from Weston is different than a diploma from Lawrence is different than a diploma from Haverhill..." #maedu #mapoli

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

🚨A must read from @mandy_mclaren & @BostonGlobe highlighting what the Voices for Academic Equity coalition reported in October: Massachusetts local high school graduation standards vary widely among districts. 1/3 #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/1idFrl6nNz

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

Now that Question 2 has passed, we must ask: "What is a [Massachusetts] high school diploma worth?" The Voices for Academic Equity already have insights, and the disparities are clear. 2/3 #maedu #mapoli
Voices Report: https://t.co/y9j7yaRLhz

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

We agree with @MassGovernor that students in Beverly and Marblehead should be back in school even if negotiations need to continue. #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/dTXD30GI3I

[Dale Chu @Dale_Chu]

“Teacher strikes are illegal in Massachusetts, but unions in 3 North Shore districts have decided that the hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines they’re incurring will be made up by the eventual collective bargaining haul.” @WSJopinion https://t.co/5AScd2fEpY #maedu #mapoli

[Dr. Karin Maria Hodges @KarinMariaPsyD]

Mark your calendars and share with your community! This event is available for all! Stay up to date at https://t.co/qaGQZo3ri2

@FusionAcademy @FulcrumLiteracy @concordsepac @
@massteacher @MassGovernor @MassEducation @MASchoolsK12 @MassDHE @RepSimonCataldo @HSepac @RevereSEPAC @Cambridge_SEPAC @TauntonSEPAC @HopedaleSEPAC @WoburnSEPAC @WHSEPAC @Dartmouth_SEPAC @METCOIncHq @ms_tarca @TownofConcordMA @CMS_ConcordMA @DyslexiaIDA

[Mass Insight @MassInsightEdu]

Throughout the school year, AP students face crucial moments on their path to the AP exam. Join us TOMORROW for a live walkthrough of our AP On-Track Framework to see how you can implement this FREE tool in your classroom or school building. Register: https://t.co/dNmZSdxvt1

[DFER Massachusetts @DFERmass]

"What we're asking for is for the administration and the Legislature to urgently collaborate on a different state graduation standard, something that is uniform so we can protect equity for students..." #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/ycWzhKOHdR