MPR Associates, Inc. was founded in 1980 as a consulting firm committed to helping improve education by conducting clear, unbiased, policy-relevant research and developing practical recommendations for educators and policymakers. In May 2013, MPR joined RTI International, an independent nonprofit research organization, headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (www.rti.org). We combine expertise in collecting, analyzing, and using data with innovative uses of technology and deep content knowledge that spans K–12 through adult education. We invite you to follow RTI on LinkedIn or visit www.rti.org/education for more information.