Empower Your District: Essential Resources for Navigating Post-ESSER Challenges
District Strategies and Tools for Continually Improving Student Experiences
District leaders across the country are facing serious challenges: widespread teacher turnover, enrollment decline, and—compounding it all—the end of ESSER funding.
If you’re uncertain what your next strategic steps should be within this environment, you’re not alone. In nearly every district, leaders are working to make strategic budget decisions that prioritize their most effective ESSER investments. They’re actively protecting student supports and communicating their decisions to their communities.
This work isn’t easy, but it is possible. ERS’ research and tools have enabled district and state leaders to approach this work with a clear vision for student success and best practices from the field.
Explore our resources below to learn how to meet this challenging moment and build toward a sustainable district strategy centered on improved student experiences and outcomes.
We partner with districts across the country to help them make the most of their resources.
Prioritize Your ESSER Investments
Use this 5-step process to identify your most impactful ESSER initiatives within your district strategy.
Communicate With Community
Explore how leaders in Holyoke Public Schools effectively engaged their community in strategic planning.
Navigate Nationwide Challenges
Establish a strategic compensation model that fits within your post-ESSER budget to create a more sustainable teaching job and a stronger teacher workforce.
Learn how to prepare for enrollment decline by shifting resources, optimizing small schools for financial sustainability, and creating more equitable student experiences.
“Our work with ERS has empowered us to truly own our strategy as district leaders and become better partners to the schools we serve.”
– John Scanlan, Former Chief Financial Officer, CMSD
In the wake of ESSER, districts and communities are navigating unique challenges as they work to continually improve student outcomes and experiences. We help districts meet these challenges head on. With more than 20 years of experience partnering with system leaders across the nation, we’re equipped to help districts reach their full potential.