Thomas B. Fordham Institute

The Thomas B. Fordham Institute is the nation's leader in advancing educational excellence for every child through quality research, analysis, and commentary, as well as on-the-ground action and advocacy in Ohio.

We advance

• High standards for schools, students and educators;
• Quality education options for families;
• A more productive, equitable and efficient education system; and
• A culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence.

We promote education reform by

• Producing rigorous policy research and incisive analysis;
• Building coalitions with policy makers, donors, organizations and others who share our vision; and
• Advocating bold solutions and comprehensive responses to education challenges, even when opposed by powerful interests and timid establishments.