Our Work

Who We Are

The Jacksonville Public Education Fund is an independent think-and-do tank that believes in the potential of all students. We work tirelessly to close the opportunity gap for low-income students and students of color. We convene educators, school system leaders, and the community to pilot and help scale evidence-based solutions that advance school quality in Duval County.

Our Mission

JPEF activates community support, connects partners, and advances effective ideas for the success of all students.

Our Vision

Every student is inspired and prepared for success in college or a career and life.

What We Do

As an independent think-and-do tank, the Jacksonville Public Education Fund leverages three key strategies to close the opportunity gap in Duval County: leaning into research and advocacy, bringing stakeholders together, and piloting strategic initiatives for educators. 

RESEARCH & ADVOCACY

To know where we’re going, we need to know where we are. JPEF’s research is widely respected for providing an independent analysis of student data and for highlighting innovative solutions for low-income students and students of color. JPEF pilots research-based best practices in direct partnership with public schools, including traditional and charter schools. We support teacher leaders and school leaders to adopt solutions for education equity and the retention of high-performing teachers. Then, we measure the results and build the case to bring these solutions to scale.

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WORK WITH PARENTS, PARTNERS AND THE COMMUNITY

It takes a village to raise a child. It takes community partnerships to tackle systemic issues affecting students. JPEF serves as a research-led convener, bringing together school system leaders, partner organizations, funders, parents, and the community to work on shared goals.

For Parents

STRATEGIC INITIATIVES FOR EDUCATORS

JPEF pilots research-based best practices in direct partnership with public schools, including traditional and charter schools. We support teacher leaders and school leaders to adopt solutions for education equity and the retention of high-performing teachers. Then, we measure the results and build the case to bring these solutions to scale.

For Educators