Hear from staff and partners about aspirations, accomplishments, and lessons learned along the way.
The Critical Role of Teacher Leaders
New research offers framework to understand the many forms teacher leadership takes, and insights into the opportunities for educators in Massachusetts.
Barr's Equity Journey
Reflections on our ongoing efforts to advance the mission imperative of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Building on Growth as We Enter a New Decade
Barr’s evolution continues with new colleagues, expanded giving.
Innovation Is Everywhere
Schools across the United States are leading change from within. Why don’t we know more about them?
Five Lessons Our Grantees Shared with Us in 2019
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Barr's Director of Learning and Evaluation shares five lessons learned from our partners in 2019.
New England Students and Parents Expect More from High School
New poll reveals large gaps between what parents and students want and what their high schools currently provide.
14 New England Communities to Build a “Portrait of a Graduate”
What do our students need to know and be able to do by the time they graduate high school?
Barr Awards $25 Million in Final Quarter of 2019
Including support for new research on extreme heat in Greater Boston, strategies to diversify and strengthen Massachusetts’ teacher pipeline, and the development of climate-resilient Boston waterfront parks.
Giles Li Appointed Senior Program Officer for Arts & Creativity
With decades of nonprofit experience and deep roots in community, Li will focus on helping the arts field adapt and thrive amidst change, and bringing the power of arts & creativity to other sectors.
Diverse Group of Leaders Advance United Vision to Transform Massachusetts’ Transportation System
At a moment of crisis, business, municipal, and nonprofit leaders find common ground in call for bold action to address urgent challenges.