Sofia Postell
Research Analyst

Sofia Postell supports a variety of projects focused on academic recovery, measurement of trends in student achievement, and the effects of school resources and policy changes. She received a BS in computer science and sociology from Northeastern University.
Publications by Sofia Postell


Severe weather events are no longer isolated anomalies. They are becoming a regular part of the school year in communities across the country. This brief highlights how severe weather events can cause deep and lasting disruptions to student learning and well-being, often in ways that far exceed the immediate days schools are closed. It also makes clear that while some communities are disproportionately at risk, no school is immune.
By: Megan Kuhfeld, Jim Soland, Sofia Postell


Effective summer programs: Practical guidance for district leaders
This report dives into the research on summer programs, their implementation and design, as well as the efficacy of those programs for literacy, math, and social-emotional learning (SEL) outcomes. It also provides recommendations for district leaders to use as a framework for planning and implementing effective summer programming.
By: Miles Davison, Jazmin Isaacs, Sofia Postell, Michael Gaddis, PhD, Ayesha K. Hashim, Susan Kowalski, Karyn Lewis
Topics: COVID-19 & schools, Growth, Guidance, Seasonal learning patterns & summer loss


High dosage tutoring for academically at-risk students
This brief provides a review of the research on high dosage tutoring as an intervention strategy for supporting at-risk students. It highlights the benefits and the non-negotiable factors for effective implementation and usage.
By: Miles Davison, Sofia Postell, Jazmin Isaacs, Ayesha K. Hashim
Topics: COVID-19 & schools, Equity, Growth, Informing instruction