Bradley Carl to Speak at Achievement Gap Panel

August 16, 2016

WCER researcher Bradley Carl will participate in a Capital Times panel discussion on early learning and school achievement gaps.

Wisconsin and Madison have the troubling distinction of having one of the widest school achievement gaps between white students and students of color in the nation. At the same time, new research suggests that intervention in early childhood could have a major effect on educational outcomes for children who might otherwise struggle in school.

Carl will participate in a discusson on whether early learning is the best way to close the achievement gap. The event will be 6-7 p.m., on Wednesday, Aug. 24, at the Urban League of Greater Madison, 2222 S. Park St.

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