New research from Rutgers CESP examines whether universal depression screening in secondary schools is a feasible and effective response to growing mental health concerns among students. Drawing on survey and interview data from school-based mental health professionals across New Jersey, the piece highlights both the promise of screening and the practical challenges to implementation.

With support from Rutgers EIR, Randolph Middle School reimagined computer science education through hands-on lessons, cross-curricular integration, and teacher-led innovation, tripling student enrollment and transforming how CS is taught.

Ever wondered how to blend ice cream, computer science, and design into a hands-on experience for students? Through the Rutgers EIR project, Rutgers University and Roselle Park Middle School joined forces to create an exciting - and delicious - project that does just that! They share this lesson with educators from across the country at the 2025 National Conference on Science Education.

A high school computer science teacher transforms challenges into opportunities through the CS-TLC RPP. By connecting with a statewide network of educators, accessing professional development, and creating hands-on learning experiences for students, she reinvigorated her passion for teaching while helping students see the real-world impact of computer science.

The K-5 Computer Science Standards Workshop featured hands-on model lessons like graphing with Skittles and cup stacking algorithms to build educators' content knowledge and pedagogical skills. Participants reported increased confidence in teaching CS concepts, and findings were published in Technology & Engineering Education journal.