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  • Success Stories

    Putting the Pieces Together: Student Feedback in Evergreen Elementary School District

    Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley in San Jose, Evergreen Elementary School District (EESD) serves nearly 11,000 students across 18 schools. In the words of Superintendent Katherine Gomez, “Our vision is that our schools are safe, caring, and nurturing place for students where they can achieve academically, socially, and emotionally.” As part of this vision, YouthTruth helps EESD gather and act on feedback from students about their experiences of schools. Through YouthTruth’s valid and reliable surveys, EESD measures what matters most to driving student achievement and ensuring that students feel safe, engaged, and supported.

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    Learning From Student Voice: Bullying Today

    The findings of this report on bullying in U.S. schools is based on feedback from over 160,000 students across 27 states reveals a troubling increase in bullying, particularly in majority-white schools where students of color have experienced a steeper rise in incidents than their white peers. Middle school students report significantly higher rates of bullying than high school students, and students most often attribute bullying to their appearance, race, or perceived sexual orientation. The report offers resources and discussion questions to help educators and school leaders address bullying effectively.

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    Rigor & Relationships: Student Voice Drives Change Across Simon Youth Academies

    Simon Youth Foundation (SYF) is a national nonprofit helping students at risk of dropping out graduate and pursue post-secondary education. SYF partners with public school districts to create Simon Youth Academies in Simon Malls, offering flexible education with one-on-one learning, personalized support, and small class sizes. SYF also supports post-secondary opportunities through college counseling and a national scholarship program, awarding over $1 million annually to graduating seniors in communities with Simon Malls.