Recruitment & Retention of Excellent Teachers in Somerville Public Schools

The Field Lab partnered with Somerville Public Schools to examine recruitment and retention challenges within the district’s teaching workforce.

Project Partner

City of Somerville
Somerville Public Schools

Project Summary

Students analyzed survey data and district information to assess factors influencing teacher recruitment, retention, and workforce stability.

Areas of Focus

The team examined recruitment pipelines, retention incentives, workforce characteristics, and cost considerations related to maintaining a high-quality teaching staff.

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