SCHOOLED alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as SCHOOLED (education reform, state education policy and science of reading legislation). The closest matches are Minding the Gap, Play Makes Us Human and The New Paris Dispatch. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About SCHOOLED
SCHOOLED is Michael J. Petrilli’s twice-weekly newsletter restarting the ed reform conversation. Expect sharp analysis, curated commentary, and lively debates—including from YOU. This is one newsletter you won’t want to…
- education reform
- state education policy
- science of reading legislation
- direct instruction
- 1Minding the Gap28K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago
From recent posts: Minding the Gap publishes opinionated essays on education reform, pedagogy, and technology for educators, researchers, and policymakers. The publication consistently covers topics such as literacy instruction, cognitive…
Likely audience: Education journalists and podcast producers
2 shared topics
- 2Play Makes Us Human24K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago
From recent posts: Play Makes Us Human publishes essays on child development, mental health, and education policy alongside community updates like subscriber-only meetings. The publication targets parents, educators, and professionals…
Likely audience: educators and school administrators
1 shared topic
- 3The New Paris Dispatch22K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
Paris news, stories, events, insights, and essays by journalist and five-time author Lindsey Tramuta
Likely audience: Education policy analysts
1 shared topic
- 4Ahmed Eldin | Out Loud11K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago
From recent posts: Ahmed Eldin | Out Loud publishes investigative essays on global youth unrest, journalist safety, and geopolitical security threats. The publication targets readers interested in international politics, labor market…
Likely audience: Journalists and media professionals
1 shared topic
- 5DIL Club - Diners, Inversions i Llibres - Teodor de Mas10K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago
Likely audience: French political observers
1 shared topic
- 6Letters from the Future (of Learning)10K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago
In search of a new story for humanity . . .
Likely audience: Educators
1 shared topic
- 7Lettre Recommandée10K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 32 days ago
Franco-Americana by Lauren Collins
Likely audience: French citizens
1 shared topic
- 8the spectacle8K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago
international news, geopolitics, and world culture—discussing what the mainstream media won't. join 8000+ engaged and informed spectators.
Likely audience: Political analysts
1 shared topic
- 9Café, r&b e poesia8K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 39 days ago
Uma mente explodindo de ideias
Likely audience: progressive activists
1 shared topic
- 10The National Park Classroom’s Substack7K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 29 days ago
A place for public land supporters and educators to share ideas and resources for connecting the next generation of stewards and thinkers to informal learning in national parks, museums, and beyond.
Likely audience: school administrators
1 shared topic
- 11The Bigger Picture5K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago
From recent posts: The Bigger Picture publishes critical essays on social psychology, education reform, and workplace culture, specifically targeting readers interested in systemic injustice and societal norms. The publication…
Likely audience: Parents and educators
1 shared topic
- 12The Next 30 Years5K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago
A platform seeking to bridge the gaps between education practice, policy, and research.
Likely audience: School administrators
1 shared topic
- 13Paris Unlocked Newsletter4K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago
From recent posts: The Paris Unlocked Newsletter publishes weekly essays on French culture, history, and social issues, including topics like student protests, theatre history, urban foraging, and culinary heritage. It targets an audience…
Likely audience: Education policy analysts
1 shared topic
- 14Maximum New York3K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 27 days ago
From recent posts: Maximum New York publishes a rotating mix of political strategy analysis, government infrastructure reports, and educational announcements focused on New York City policy. The content targets professionals and students…
Likely audience: Policy analysts
1 shared topic
- 15nawaid3K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 15, 2026
Deep dive interviews, reviews and essays. On arts and literature.
Likely audience: Indian readers interested in social commentary
1 shared topic
- 16Pershmail3K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago
From recent posts: Pershmail publishes weekly articles on mathematics education, cognitive load theory, and educational policy analysis for teachers and researchers. The publication mixes in-depth research critiques with practical…
Likely audience: School administrators
1 shared topic
- 17Geopolitics Prime2K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago
From recent posts: Geopolitics Prime publishes in-depth analyses of US foreign policy, regional conflicts, and societal issues including media ownership and religious abuse. The publication targets readers seeking detailed coverage of…
Likely audience: International relations analysts
1 shared topic
- 18edelamadrid2K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago
Mexicano, líder de opinión. Consultor y Consejero. Conferencista y analista político y económico. Ex secretario de Estado, directivo en empresas privadas y Think Tanks
Likely audience: políticos y responsables de políticas públicas
1 shared topic
- 19Virtual Teacher Newsletter2K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago
From recent posts: The Virtual Teacher Newsletter publishes essays and activity guides focused on AI in education, educational assessment reform, and student autonomy. It targets educators and school leaders seeking to integrate…
Likely audience: School administrators
1 shared topic
- 20The Walled Garden Education1K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago
Designing curated learning sanctuaries that nurture sustained attention, critical thinking, and cognitive resilience in the digital age.
Likely audience: educators
1 shared topic
- 21An American Who Fled Paris1K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 31 days ago
I was a citified Paris correspondent for fancy American glossies who went Green Acres in a village of 175 people in the middle of a forest. It's been interesting.
Likely audience: French expats living in Paris
1 shared topic
- 22terraziporyn1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago
The state of my brain after decades trying to translate science & medicine for the public & policymakers, and trying to understand why that is so hard.
Likely audience: educators and school administrators
1 shared topic
- 23Beena Sarwar - Personal Political1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago
From recent posts: Beena Sarwar's newsletter publishes personal political essays and nonfiction reports on South Asian affairs, including gender equality, education reform, and media independence. The content mixes book reviews…
Likely audience: Education professionals
1 shared topic
- 24
SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago
From recent posts: This publication mixes political commentary, education reform advocacy, and sports news with interviews and event announcements. It targets readers interested in conservative media, faith-based community organizing, and…
Likely audience: Parents concerned about education
1 shared topic
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