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Remembering P. David Pearson
It is with deep sadness that we write to inform you of the passing of our esteemed colleague and fellow Academy member, Dr. P. David Pearson, who passed away on August 30, 2026. Below is an obituary written by Sarah Freedman. A...
2027 NAEd/Spencer Fellowships: accepting applications
We are now accepting applications for the National Academy of Education (NAEd)/Spencer Dissertation and Postdoctoral Fellowships! Please help us widely distribute this information to qualified candidates. NAEd/Spencer Dissertation...
NAEd Urges the U.S. Department of Education to Preserve Equity Assistance Centers
Comment warns that proposed rescission would dismantle a longstanding national infrastructure for helping districts and schools address segregation and expand equal educational opportunity Washington, DC — July 27, 2026 — The National...
Remembering Paul Black
It is with deep sadness that we write to inform you of the passing of our esteemed colleague and fellow Academy member, Dr. Paul Black, who passed away on March 16, 2026. Below is a tribute and appreciation to Dr. Black from Dr....
The Recent Past
Remembering Allan Collins
It is with deep sadness that we write to inform you of the passing of our esteemed colleague and fellow Academy...
NAEd Board of Directors Releases Statement on the Dismissal of National Science Board Members
The National Academy of Education Board of Directors expresses deep concern about the dismissal of all members of the...
Exciting News from the American Academy of Arts and Sciences!
We are thrilled to share that seven distinguished National Academy of Education (NAEd) members were elected to the...
NAEd Joins 28 Scholarly Societies Urging GSA to Withdraw Proposed SAM Certification Changes
Washington, DC — March 30, 2026 — The National Academy of Education, together with 28 other scholarly and professional...
NAEd Board of Directors’ Releases Education Week Piece Concerning Immigration Enforcement
On March 25, 2026, Education Week published an opinion piece by the National Academy of Education (NAEd) Board of...
NAEd Launches New Research Fellowship to Support Early Career Scholars
The National Academy of Education, in partnership with the Spencer Foundation, is proud to announce the NAEd/Spencer...