Research universities and think tanks offer promising solutions to our most persistent educational challenges. There’s just one problem: Those ideas rarely make it to the educators, policymakers and families who need them most.
We want to change that.
Researchers
Practitioners
Policy Advocates
LONESTARP3 brings together researchers, practitioners, and policy advocates.
By including diverse perspectives at the outset of research, we develop studies that can be quickly translated to strategies that benefit students and improve outcomes. Our collaborative approach produces research with clear and immediate applications to both classroom teaching and policymaking.
Our Approach
01. Create shared understanding and goals.
We bring multiple perspectives together and look for areas of agreement as we tackle education challenges. Building consensus at the outset results in shared goals.
02. Investigate common challenges.
We conduct research on shared problems of practice and policy. Our constituency involvement from the start creates conditions for meaningful change.
03. Deploy accessible and actionable solutions.
We translate research into tools, products, and experiences that benefit students. Our collaborative approach puts findings into the right hands at the right time.
Our investigations will generate insights to improve the lives of students, families, and communities all across Texas.
Pillar 1:
Early Learners
Physically, emotionally and socially healthy children
Our policy and practice areas:
- Health and wellness screenings
- Developmental diagnostics
- Infant and toddler care
Pillar 2:
Families & Communities
Connected, informed and supportive families
Our policy and practice areas:
- Parent and caregiver support
- After- and out-of-school care
- Fostering health and well-being
Pillar 3:
Students of All Ages
Engaged, supported and motivated students
Our policy and practice areas:
- Elementary and secondary education
- Postsecondary education
- Internships, apprenticeships and experiential learning
Pillar 4:
Educators & Administrators
Well-prepared, high-quality, responsive educators
Our policy and practice areas:
- Teaching and learning
- Counseling and advising
- Leading and transforming
Our Mission & Values
LONESTARP3 conducts collaborative research, supports the translation of results to decision-makers at multiple levels, and builds capacity to equitably improve systems and outcomes for all Texas students.
Our network was founded on four core values
Student Voice
We center the assets and needs of students and communities.
Collaboration and Learning
We value collaboration and learning across people, organizations and communities.
Equity
We strive to promote equitable outcomes across the state.
Systems Transformation
We seek to transform systems to improve outcomes for Texas students across their lifespan.
Our Team
Carolyn Landel, Ph.D.
Founding Director
University of Texas at Austin
Chloe Calloway
Project and Events Manager
University of Texas at Austin
Sarah Woulfin, Ph.D.
Research Liaison
University of Texas at Austin
Jacob Kirksey, Ph.D.
Research Liaison
Texas Tech University
Leadership
RP3 draws from its membership to operate a shared governance model that serves to inform the direction, operations, and health of the Network.
Co-Chairs
Leadership for the Steering and
Executive Committees
Executive Committee
Strategic advisors to RP3 Director;
decision-making body for time-sensitive actions
Steering Committee
Decision-making on vision, policy, direction, health, and impact
Paula Arce-Trigatti, Ph.D.
Global Director
National Network of Education Research Practice Partnerships
Catherine Horn, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Education / Director, Education Research Center
University of Houston
Jacob Kirksey, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, College of Education Associate Director | Center for Innovative Research in Change, Leadership, and Education
Texas Tech University
Mario Torres, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Education and Human Development
University of Texas at San Antonio
Our Investors
Early investment from visionary supporters has helped LONESTARP3 kick-start its work to bridge education research, practice, and policy in Texas.
