Teacher Engagement and Student Achievement: What the Data Reveal
New research shows how higher teacher engagement ties to strong student achievement
While preliminary, these findings highlight that school-level teacher engagement is connected to student achievement.
Upbeat’s newest research examines school-level data across multiple districts to understand how teacher engagement relates to student outcomes. The analysis finds a consistent, positive connection between engagement and achievement — even after accounting for factors such as prior performance and demographics.
Join Upbeat Researcher Peter Niu and district leaders for a candid discussion on what this research means for improving teacher experience and student learning.
Panelists:
- Dr. Marco Muñoz, Assistant Director of Retention and Engagement, Human Resources, Jefferson County Public Schools (Louisville, KY)
- Darla Caughey, Administrative Supervisor, Recruitment and Retention, Austin ISD (Austin, TX)
What you’ll learn:
✔ How engagement data can serve as an early signal for school performance
✔ What district leaders are learning from engagement trends
✔ Practical ways to connect workforce and academic strategies