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Jessie McBirney

National
Development and Research Associate

Jessie McBirney is a development and research associate for the Thomas B. Fordham Institute. A California native, she moved to Washington, DC, after graduating from Biola University with a bachelor's degree in political science. Most recently she worked at the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, doing government advocacy on issues such as financial aid and college accreditation.

Authored Commentary & Research

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The implementation and impacts of reforms in Louisiana

Jessie McBirney 7.17.2019
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What charter school applications and approvals say about the state of authorizing

Jessie McBirney 3.20.2019
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How private school choice affects student character

Jessie McBirney 3.13.2019
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How access to school ratings affects inequality

Jessie McBirney 2.27.2019
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Physical education's effects on fitness, academics, and behavior

Jessie McBirney 2.13.2019
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The effects of Pittsburgh's new restorative justice program

Jessie McBirney 1.9.2019
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