Essential Questions

About Essential Questions

The E-W Framework recommends essential questions that are critical for E-W data systems to answer about how students are progressing from early education through their career. Approaching data through the lens of essential questions can help decision makers prioritize what data should be collected and to take action to address disparities.

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Chapter I: Introduction and approach

Essential Questions Guide

Download the framework introduction to learn more about the essential questions and how they connect to other components of the E-W Framework. Access the Essential Questions Guide for guidance on how to use essential questions to bring people together around shared priorities.

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Do students and families have access to adequate public supports and neighborhood conditions to enable them to succeed academically and in the workforce?

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Pre-K
K-12
Postsecondary
Workforce

Are eligible children enrolled in quality, full-day pre-K programs?

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Pre-K

Are children demonstrating developmental progress across the five learning domains?

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Pre-K
K-12

Are students demonstrating satisfactory academic progress, consistent attendance, and positive behavior to be considered on track in the early grades?

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Pre-K
K-12

Do students have access to quality school environments, including quality curricula and instruction, experienced teachers, effective leaders, and adequate funding?

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Pre-K
K-12
Postsecondary

Are there populations of students that disproportionately experience exclusionary discipline practices that disrupt their educational experience?

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Pre-K
K-12

Do students attend schools with safe, inclusive, and supportive environments that support their social, emotional, mental, and physical development and well-being?

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Pre-K
K-12
Postsecondary