News & Events
Announcements
July 2024
Announcement
Upbeat Launches K-12 School Leader Survey to Improve School Leader Retention
Upbeat announced the launch of its School Leader Survey. This tool gathers data on school administrators' perceptions and experiences to inform action plans that support school leaders. Based on feedback from district leaders nationwide, this survey aims to improve school leader retention through its research-based categories and leadership coaching.
June 2024
Announcement
Upbeat Achieves SOC2 Type 2 Certification, Affirming Commitment to Data Security for K-12 Partners
Upbeat is proud to announce that it has successfully completed its SOC2 Type 2 audit for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years. This significant achievement highlights our ongoing dedication to maintaining the highest standards of data security and privacy.
May 2024
New Report:
Tackling Teacher Retention with a Multi-Faceted, Whole-Person Approach in Jefferson County Public Schools
by Dr. Geoff Marietta
Upbeat released our newest case study focused on our partnership with Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky at the beginning of May.
Upcoming Conferences:
Missouri School Personnel Administrators
Annual Conference
August 28-30, 2024
Lake Ozark, MO
Upcoming Webinars and Recordings
July 18, 2024
12:00 PM EST/11AM CST
Webinar:
Upbeat’s First-of-Its-Kind School Leader Survey: Transforming Principal Support and Retention
Frequent principal turnover disrupts school improvement efforts, lowers teacher retention, and ultimately harms student learning. Join tomorrow's webinar at 12 PM EST/11 AM CST to learn how Upbeat’s new School Leader Survey provides the crucial insights needed to address these challenges and support school leader retention.
Press & Announcements
Press:
Intentional Retention Via Perception Surveys
Read this recent article from School Administrators magazine featuring insights from Sheila Dorsey-Smith, assistant superintendent of human resources at Kalamazoo Public Schools, as she shares insights on utilizing Upbeat's Engagement Survey for Teachers. Hear how the district achieved an impressive 86% teacher retention rate, surpassing the statewide average.
Press Release:
New Study Reveals Impact of Belonging and Wellbeing on Teacher Retention
Upbeat has unveiled its latest research report, "Belonging & Wellbeing: Key Pieces of the Teacher Retention Puzzle," delving into the crucial relationship between belonging, wellbeing, and teacher retention. Authored by Dr. Havala Hanson and Dr. Matthew A. Kraft, the report underscores a significant correlation: a 10 percentage point rise in positive perceptions of Belonging & Wellbeing is linked with a notable 6 percentage point increase in school retention rates.
For media or public speaking inquiries:
Contact Kate Chizek, Director of Marketing , kate@teachupbeat.com