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What We’re Learning

We believe that a community of creative problem-solvers, faced with complicated, seemingly intractable challenges, is well-served by thought-provoking, research-based information and analysis. We support the development and dissemination of research in two ways:

Abell Reports

Abell Reports are commissioned reports by subject matter experts, academics, and investigative journalists that provide studies of selected issues on the public agenda.

Abell-Supported Research

These projects – undertaken with grant funding by academics and nonprofit research and advocacy organizations – advance learning on issues key to Baltimore City.

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    Featured Reports

    Abell Report: Expanding Apprenticeships in Maryland

    The state of Maryland has recognized the potential for registered apprenticeships to both provide a path to better-paying careers that do not require college degrees and to help employers meet their needs for employees with specialized skills. This report explores opportunities for and challenges to expanding apprenticeship in Maryland and Baltimore.

    Abell Report: Later School Start Times for Adolescents in Baltimore City Public Schools

    Everyone agrees that teens need more sleep. So why does school start so early? This report examines the research on school start times and the implications for students in Baltimore City.

    2023 Annual Report

    Our 2023 Annual Report highlights the work of organizations across the city that are dedicated to addressing the complex challenges many of our neighbors face and of the great potential they hold.

    Publications Library

    Foster Children Are Our Children

    Are they finding homes with families they can call their own?

    Abell Salutes: The Baltimore City College Speech and Debate Program

    For adding successful years to its successful record of 138 years.

    Baltimore City’s School Buildings Not Making the Grade: Nearly 9 in 10 Need Modernization to Accelerate Academic Gains

    New ACLU report highlights need: four recommendations for getting the job done.

    Buildings for Academic Excellence

    A vision and options to address deficient school facilities in Baltimore City.

    Building Teacher Quality in Baltimore City Public Schools

    A report by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ).

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