General Info

Operational for more than 40 years, WestEd is a nonprofit agency that develops research-based programs and intervention strategies. The agency assists to promote and improve learning opportunities for children, youths and adults. It provides research, policy support and technical assistance solutions. WestEd maintains over 15 offices Washington, Arizona and California. The agency s Assessment & Standards Development Services program develops and implements various education strategies for science, social studies, language arts and mathematics. It also has a policy center that offers research-based analysis solutions for policymakers in Arizona, California, Nevada and Utah. WestEd works with educators and service providers to enhance the academic and professional growth of individuals with disabilities. In addition, the agency manages a bookstore.