J-PAL North America has cultivated a research-practice partnership with different agencies in Puerto Rico, including the Puerto Rico Department of Education and the Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce. We are committed to working with agencies that have expressed interest in improving their evidence-generating processes and integrating data-driven insights into policy decisions.
J-PAL-affiliated researchers have contributed to the design and implementation of at least four promising programs in Puerto Rico. These programs have aimed to enhance students' academic and social-emotional development, strengthen school principals' management skills, and expand workforce development opportunities.
Our partnership with local agencies has grown stronger by fostering relationships with local personnel, identifying and developing a dedicated team that has endured staff turnover, natural disasters, and periods of uncertainty. All programs and initiatives have been strategically designed to ensure their long-term sustainability.
In this case study, J-PAL North America’s Daniela Gómez Treviño explores lessons learned from collaborating with the Puerto Rico Department of Education during the COVID-19 pandemic. The chapter highlights how researchers supported the implementation of an online diagnostic assessment to measure student learning, offering insights into managing administrative data disruptions in a rapidly changing environment. Read more »
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Catherine Darrow - Associate Director of Research
Daniela Gomez Treviño - Senior Research and Policy Manager
Laura Ruiz Gaona - Research Manager
Kimberly Massa Nuñez
Sandra Espada-Santos
J-PAL North America is interested in expanding and cultivating new collaboration opportunities with agencies and organizations based in Puerto Rico. If you are interested in working with us please contact Daniela Gómez Treviño at [email protected] and Laura Ruiz-Gaona at [email protected].
