Evaluating the Evidence: Setting Standards for Evidence-Based Programs Programs must meet rigorous standards to earn the designation “evidence-based program.” Learn how Casey determines that a program is proven effective. Read More
Cultivating Thriving Communities: A Conversation with Ryan Chao An interview with Ryan Chao, Casey's vice president for Civic Sites and Community Change. Read More
A Simulated Permanency Teaming Process: Rudy's Story This video — shown in nine chapters — is an inside look at the critical steps in the Permanency Teaming component of the Lifelong Families Model. Read More
An Adoptive Family for Andrea: Using the Lifelong Families Model This video gives an inside look at the Lifelong Families Model, Permanency Teaming, and shows how team discussion helps other core components of the model. Read More
Two Generations Benefit From Community Efforts in Atlanta Casey is supporting the Center for Working Families to address parents’ and children’s challenges simultaneously to break the cycle of poverty. Read More
Network Helps Diverse Communities Improve Third-Grade Reading Learn how communities from Providence to Oakland are benefiting from a national campaign to ensure that children reach third-grade reading proficiency. Read More
Early Warning Confirmed, Executive Summary A Research Update on Third-Grade Reading New research confirms that reading by 3rd grade impacts the future of kids and intensifies the urgency around getting kids of color to read proficiently. Read More
Helping Students in Foster Care Stay in School Despite progress, Casey still advocates for school stability, as frequent moves hurt achievement. Foster children deserve better. Read More
Reducing Youth Incarceration in the United States A KIDS COUNT Data Snapshot The rate of youth incarceration is declining in the U.S. as public safety is increasing. This brief explores strategies being used to support this trend. Read More
Youth Confinement Rate at a 35-Year Low The youth confinement rate is at its lowest in 35 years. This shows that the decline continues to grow and is declining at a fast pace. Read More