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Glynis Jones

Principal Research Associate

Press Release

Westat to Continue Leading the National Comprehensive Center (NCC)

October 8, 2024

The U.S. Department of Education has re-awarded Westat leadership of the National Comprehensive Center (NCC). Westat launched the inaugural NCC in 2019; the new award…

In the News

Akinlawon Chosen for PHCC Brand Ambassador Program

September 24, 2024

Melissa Akinlawon, a Senior Research Associate and Senior Manager, Health Communications, has been selected as part of the inaugural cohort for the Public Health Communications…

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Melissa Akinlawon

Senior Research Associate & Senior Manager, Health Communications

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Kelly Cronin

Principal Research Associate

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Jennifer Edwards

Principal Research Associate

In the News

Westat Hosts "A Date with Data" Podcast

November 2, 2023

Westat’s Amy Bitterman hosts “A Date with Data,” a biweekly podcast produced by the IDEA Data Center (IDC) staff. As the podcast enters its second…

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Darcy Pietryka

Principal Research Associate

U.S. Department of Education (ED)

How can states provide high-quality special education program data?

Helping states improve IDEA data quality

U.S. Department of Education (ED)

How can we improve evaluations used for special education programs?

Improving special education programs by improving program evaluations