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Jenny Taylor

Jenny has over a decade of experience in education policy and research. She has worked with states and districts on the development and implementation of college and career readiness policies, especially around the implementation of rigorous standards and high-quality instructional materials. She has extensive knowledge about K–12 standards, graduation requirements, assessments, and accountability systems nationwide. Additionally, she has conducted research for school districts to address pressing needs in those districts. Jenny received her B.A. in English and education from Bucknell University and her M.Ed. in education policy from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education.

Jenny Taylor

Sticking to the Deep Dive: One Teacher’s Approach to Language Instruction

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Professional Learning: The Key That Unlocks Knowledge for Teachers and Their Students

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As the sun set on a truly special school year, I was preparing for what my next steps were. Typically, teachers spend their summers either turning...

Beginning of the Year Routine Building

Fresh notebooks, new bookbags, and sharpened pencils can only mean one thing—it’s back to school season. As you make the transition back into the...

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