Author Archive
New Developmental English Lexicon Database Reveals How Children Learn to Read
Co-created by Neag School faculty member Laura Steacy, the new resource rates the difficulty of nearly 10,000 English words and guides teachers on how to tailor instruction
Neag School Alumnus Jeffrey Newton Honored as Connecticut’s 2026 Superintendent of the Year
Newton ’13 ELP, superintendent of East Lyme Public Schools, was recently recognized by the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents
UConn’s Phi Delta Kappa Chapter Donates $10,000 to Support Future Educators
The now-inactive chapter made a lasting contribution by donating to two Neag School funds that support the development of future educators
10 Questions With Dorothea Anagnostopoulos and Tutita Casa on Teaching Ambitiously
A new book from Neag School faculty explores strategies for promoting deep, conceptual learning in elementary classrooms through purposeful assignments, support, and feedback
Neag School Faculty Member and Alumni Earn National Publication Award
Tutita M. Casa and three former students received the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ 2025 Linking Research and Practice Outstanding Publication Award
10 Questions With Jacqueline Caemmerer on Multiple Regression and Beyond
The school psychology faculty member showcases her other area of expertise – statistics – in her first book
Preparing the Next Generation of School District Leaders: The Impact of UConn’s Executive Leadership Program
This year, alumni from various cohorts stepped into new superintendent and central office roles that allow them to strengthen communities and expand educational opportunities
Neag School Faculty Mentor Emerging Leader in Sport Through Global Exchange Program
The Sport Management Program participated in the 2025 Global Sports Mentoring Program, hosting Serbian coach and advocate Jelena Pavićević
Neag School’s Annual Scholarship Celebration Spotlights Students and Donors
On Oct. 5, the Neag School of Education recognized students’ academic achievements and the generosity of donors who have financially contributed to furthering their education
Neag School Student Wins SURF Award for Project Tackling Marine Debris on Connecticut Beaches
Hiis LaRose ’26 (ED), ’26 (CLAS), ’27 MA was one of UConn's 46 Summer Undergraduate Research Fund (SURF) Award recipients for 2025