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Advancing policies & practices to dismantle the racial & economic barriers embedded in the American education system. www.edtrust.org
Catch @augustusedtrust.bsky.social this afternoon on @newsnation.bsky.social as he discusses fair school funding and responds to a new Michigan bill proposing to eliminate school-based property taxes for residents without children in public schools.
January 16, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Catch @augustusedtrust.bsky.social this afternoon on @newsnation.bsky.social as he discusses fair school funding and responds to a new Michigan bill proposing to eliminate school-based property taxes for residents without children in public schools.
Sherisse Kenerson, a multilingual teacher at Holmes Middle School in Alexandria, Virginia, leads a club of sixth- through eighth-graders who want to know the art of looping and curving their letters together.
Check out the story: https://bit.ly/4pITOeD
Check out the story: https://bit.ly/4pITOeD
January 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Sherisse Kenerson, a multilingual teacher at Holmes Middle School in Alexandria, Virginia, leads a club of sixth- through eighth-graders who want to know the art of looping and curving their letters together.
Check out the story: https://bit.ly/4pITOeD
Check out the story: https://bit.ly/4pITOeD
Student loan debt is not just a financial issue; it is a mental health issue, a workforce issue, and a generational equity issue.
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/3NiHzbi
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/3NiHzbi
January 14, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Student loan debt is not just a financial issue; it is a mental health issue, a workforce issue, and a generational equity issue.
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/3NiHzbi
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/3NiHzbi
We're joining voices across the country to call on Congress to stop the Trump Administration from illegally dismantling
the Department of Education
✔️ Education deserves to be a national priority, not an afterthought.
Read the full letter here: bit.ly/3Z6O03A
the Department of Education
✔️ Education deserves to be a national priority, not an afterthought.
Read the full letter here: bit.ly/3Z6O03A
Stand Up for Students: Letters Opposing the Illegal Dismantling of the Department of Education | All4Ed
The Trump administration is illegally dismantling the U.S. Department of Education—fragmenting critical programs across multiple agencies, creating chaos for states and schools, and putting students' ...
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January 13, 2026 at 8:50 PM
We're joining voices across the country to call on Congress to stop the Trump Administration from illegally dismantling
the Department of Education
✔️ Education deserves to be a national priority, not an afterthought.
Read the full letter here: bit.ly/3Z6O03A
the Department of Education
✔️ Education deserves to be a national priority, not an afterthought.
Read the full letter here: bit.ly/3Z6O03A
Fragmenting the U.S. Department of Education Creates Chaos for Rural Students
Superintendent's view: Multiple lines of authority, blurred accountability and conflicting priorities will interrupt essential funding and services.
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/4szcm3E
Superintendent's view: Multiple lines of authority, blurred accountability and conflicting priorities will interrupt essential funding and services.
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/4szcm3E
Fragmenting the U.S. Department of Education Creates Chaos for Rural Students
Superintendent's view: Multiple lines of authority, blurred accountability and conflicting priorities will interrupt essential funding and services.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Fragmenting the U.S. Department of Education Creates Chaos for Rural Students
Superintendent's view: Multiple lines of authority, blurred accountability and conflicting priorities will interrupt essential funding and services.
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/4szcm3E
Superintendent's view: Multiple lines of authority, blurred accountability and conflicting priorities will interrupt essential funding and services.
Check out the full article: https://bit.ly/4szcm3E
“I think of red tape equaling protections for students,” said Nicholas Munyan-Penney, assistant director for P-12 policy at The Education Trust. “We want to make sure that students have access to the protections and resources they need to be successful.”
Read the article: https://edtru.st/4b985Oj
Read the article: https://edtru.st/4b985Oj
Iowa just got (a little) more funding flexibility from the feds. Which states are next?
The Education Department signed off on the first waivers as part of its promise to “return education to the states.” Indiana will represent a bigger test, advocates say.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:45 PM
“I think of red tape equaling protections for students,” said Nicholas Munyan-Penney, assistant director for P-12 policy at The Education Trust. “We want to make sure that students have access to the protections and resources they need to be successful.”
Read the article: https://edtru.st/4b985Oj
Read the article: https://edtru.st/4b985Oj
Iowa’s approval drew backlash from education groups, including EdTrust. Allison Socol, VP P-12 Policy, said it will “divert federal funding away from students with the greatest needs,” including English learners & those who benefit from after-school programs. https://bit.ly/3YvGIpW
Trump officials loosen strings on federal education money for Iowa. More states could follow
The Trump administration is giving Iowa more power to decide how it spends its federal education money.
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January 8, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Iowa’s approval drew backlash from education groups, including EdTrust. Allison Socol, VP P-12 Policy, said it will “divert federal funding away from students with the greatest needs,” including English learners & those who benefit from after-school programs. https://bit.ly/3YvGIpW
Check out this new Op-Ed in K12 Dive News from EdTrust President & CEO @deniseedtrust.bsky.social as she shares why public funding for students and schools must be protected to preserve equitable learning opportunities.
https://bit.ly/3NchVoo
https://bit.ly/3NchVoo
Private school choice threatens public school experiences, says EdTrust CEO
Public funding for students and schools must be protected to preserve equitable learning opportunities, Denise Forte writes.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Check out this new Op-Ed in K12 Dive News from EdTrust President & CEO @deniseedtrust.bsky.social as she shares why public funding for students and schools must be protected to preserve equitable learning opportunities.
https://bit.ly/3NchVoo
https://bit.ly/3NchVoo
30 years in and we’re just getting started! 🎉
In 2026, EdTrust turns 30, that's three decades of advancing education equity, strengthening democracy, and closing opportunity gaps.
If you thought 2025 was bold, just wait for 2026! 💙
https://youtu.be/EgD6ALZM5k4
In 2026, EdTrust turns 30, that's three decades of advancing education equity, strengthening democracy, and closing opportunity gaps.
If you thought 2025 was bold, just wait for 2026! 💙
https://youtu.be/EgD6ALZM5k4
Happy New Year! 30 years in and we're just just getting started in 2026!
YouTube video by The Education Trust
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January 5, 2026 at 4:35 PM
30 years in and we’re just getting started! 🎉
In 2026, EdTrust turns 30, that's three decades of advancing education equity, strengthening democracy, and closing opportunity gaps.
If you thought 2025 was bold, just wait for 2026! 💙
https://youtu.be/EgD6ALZM5k4
In 2026, EdTrust turns 30, that's three decades of advancing education equity, strengthening democracy, and closing opportunity gaps.
If you thought 2025 was bold, just wait for 2026! 💙
https://youtu.be/EgD6ALZM5k4
Indiana’s request to the U.S. Department of Education to waive restrictions on the money goes beyond Iowa’s, said Nicholas Munyan-Penney, Assistant Director of P12 Policy at The Education Trust.
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/4pSaO2Y
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/4pSaO2Y
December 22, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Indiana’s request to the U.S. Department of Education to waive restrictions on the money goes beyond Iowa’s, said Nicholas Munyan-Penney, Assistant Director of P12 Policy at The Education Trust.
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/4pSaO2Y
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/4pSaO2Y
Join Us in Protecting the U.S. Department of Education!
We invite you to sign this letter in support of public education; by signing, you join supporters of in urging elected officials to safeguard the federal supports that millions of students rely on.
https://edtru.st/4sopQ2j
We invite you to sign this letter in support of public education; by signing, you join supporters of in urging elected officials to safeguard the federal supports that millions of students rely on.
https://edtru.st/4sopQ2j
Join Us in Protecting the U.S. Department of Education
The Trump administration is illegally dismantling the U.S. Department of Education (ED) by transferring its programs and responsibilities to agencies with no expertise in education. This creates chaos...
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December 19, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Join Us in Protecting the U.S. Department of Education!
We invite you to sign this letter in support of public education; by signing, you join supporters of in urging elected officials to safeguard the federal supports that millions of students rely on.
https://edtru.st/4sopQ2j
We invite you to sign this letter in support of public education; by signing, you join supporters of in urging elected officials to safeguard the federal supports that millions of students rely on.
https://edtru.st/4sopQ2j
Watch as EdTrust's President & CEO Denise Forte shares how today’s policy choices are widening inequities and what we must demand instead: opportunity, affordability, and a future that works for all students: https://youtube.com/shorts/bv7F9diPKX8?si=BuIYhrTSdYH7mxP7
CEO Conversations: Addressing the Affordability Crisis
YouTube video by The Education Trust
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December 19, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Watch as EdTrust's President & CEO Denise Forte shares how today’s policy choices are widening inequities and what we must demand instead: opportunity, affordability, and a future that works for all students: https://youtube.com/shorts/bv7F9diPKX8?si=BuIYhrTSdYH7mxP7
The U.S. Department of Education wrapped week one of rulemaking on the new Workforce Pell Grant, to help students use Pell Grants for short-term workforce programs but key concerns still stand.
Check out the full brief to find out what's next: https://bit.ly/4p1Z4tu
Check out the full brief to find out what's next: https://bit.ly/4p1Z4tu
December 19, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The U.S. Department of Education wrapped week one of rulemaking on the new Workforce Pell Grant, to help students use Pell Grants for short-term workforce programs but key concerns still stand.
Check out the full brief to find out what's next: https://bit.ly/4p1Z4tu
Check out the full brief to find out what's next: https://bit.ly/4p1Z4tu
EdTrust's President & CEO Denise Forte joined the panel at U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono’s spotlight forum to discuss the Dismantling of U.S. Department of Education
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/7EZ6hyqOZ5Y?si=vaUxrZsClgeRK1rz
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/7EZ6hyqOZ5Y?si=vaUxrZsClgeRK1rz
December 17, 2025 at 5:35 PM
EdTrust's President & CEO Denise Forte joined the panel at U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono’s spotlight forum to discuss the Dismantling of U.S. Department of Education
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/7EZ6hyqOZ5Y?si=vaUxrZsClgeRK1rz
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/7EZ6hyqOZ5Y?si=vaUxrZsClgeRK1rz
EdTrust-MA's new brief, "The State of Math Instruction: Equity, Access, and Outcomes," examines the current state of K-12 math education in Massachusetts and highlights two foundational pillars of effective instruction. Explore the full brief here: bit.ly/48EpmNx
The State of Math Instruction: Equity, Access, and Outcomes
This research brief illuminates two foundational pillars of effective math education in Massachusetts: the adoption and implementation of high-quality math curricula, and the availability of educators capable of delivering rigorous and engaging math ins...
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December 16, 2025 at 7:48 PM
EdTrust-MA's new brief, "The State of Math Instruction: Equity, Access, and Outcomes," examines the current state of K-12 math education in Massachusetts and highlights two foundational pillars of effective instruction. Explore the full brief here: bit.ly/48EpmNx
Tomorrow at 2:30pm, EdTrust's President & CEO, @deniseedtrust.bsky.social will be a featured panelist at a forum hosted by @hirono.senate.gov on the harmful impacts of the Trump Admin’s efforts to dismantle the U.S. Dept. of ED.
Access the live stream: https://edtru.st/4qaaw7k
Access the live stream: https://edtru.st/4qaaw7k
December 15, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Tomorrow at 2:30pm, EdTrust's President & CEO, @deniseedtrust.bsky.social will be a featured panelist at a forum hosted by @hirono.senate.gov on the harmful impacts of the Trump Admin’s efforts to dismantle the U.S. Dept. of ED.
Access the live stream: https://edtru.st/4qaaw7k
Access the live stream: https://edtru.st/4qaaw7k
TRIO isn't optional it's necessary.
EdTrust–LA’s Keiara Skipper and Dr. Simon, two champions for equity and access share their TRIO experiences and the meaningful connection they’ve built through the program: https://youtu.be/DItir5_Om6E
#TRIOWorks #EquitylnAction
EdTrust–LA’s Keiara Skipper and Dr. Simon, two champions for equity and access share their TRIO experiences and the meaningful connection they’ve built through the program: https://youtu.be/DItir5_Om6E
#TRIOWorks #EquitylnAction
How TRIO Opens Doors: Two Leaders Share Their Journey
YouTube video by The Education Trust
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December 12, 2025 at 6:51 PM
TRIO isn't optional it's necessary.
EdTrust–LA’s Keiara Skipper and Dr. Simon, two champions for equity and access share their TRIO experiences and the meaningful connection they’ve built through the program: https://youtu.be/DItir5_Om6E
#TRIOWorks #EquitylnAction
EdTrust–LA’s Keiara Skipper and Dr. Simon, two champions for equity and access share their TRIO experiences and the meaningful connection they’ve built through the program: https://youtu.be/DItir5_Om6E
#TRIOWorks #EquitylnAction
The report, How Large and Small Districts Develop Their Principals, offers insights for policymakers tackling school leadership shortages.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4oViY9A
Read more: https://bit.ly/4oViY9A
December 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The report, How Large and Small Districts Develop Their Principals, offers insights for policymakers tackling school leadership shortages.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4oViY9A
Read more: https://bit.ly/4oViY9A
Tomorrow, we're bundling up to tune into: An ESSA Christmas Carol: The Law’s Past, Present, & Future! ☃️ Ready to join All4Ed & EdTrust for a conversation with former Hill & Obama administration staff and education advocates who shaped the law? RSVP: https://bit.ly/48DXc3Y
December 10, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Tomorrow, we're bundling up to tune into: An ESSA Christmas Carol: The Law’s Past, Present, & Future! ☃️ Ready to join All4Ed & EdTrust for a conversation with former Hill & Obama administration staff and education advocates who shaped the law? RSVP: https://bit.ly/48DXc3Y
States are seeking to roll back federal rules on assessments, accountability, and federal funding that promote equity in K-12 schools. Learn more and find out how to help maintain these protections at ESSAWaiverWatch.org. @All4Ed @NationalParents @EdTrust
ESSA Waiver Watch | Monitoring Equity Implications
Track state ESSA waiver requests and their equity implications. Resources, advocacy tools, and analysis of waivers affecting federal education funding and student protections.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:41 PM
States are seeking to roll back federal rules on assessments, accountability, and federal funding that promote equity in K-12 schools. Learn more and find out how to help maintain these protections at ESSAWaiverWatch.org. @All4Ed @NationalParents @EdTrust
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) turns 10. While the law isn’t perfect, it strikes a balance of what the country needs: federal oversight of education
Read the full blog: https://edtru.st/3Kn7aPi
Read the full blog: https://edtru.st/3Kn7aPi
ESSA at 10: The Law was Never About Perfection. It was About Protection for Students
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) turns 10. While the law isn't perfect, it strikes a balance of what the country needs: federal oversight of education
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December 10, 2025 at 6:25 PM
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) turns 10. While the law isn’t perfect, it strikes a balance of what the country needs: federal oversight of education
Read the full blog: https://edtru.st/3Kn7aPi
Read the full blog: https://edtru.st/3Kn7aPi
“When we don’t have this fiscal accountability and transparency for these massive voucher programs that are ballooning every year, it’s a real problem,” said Qubilah Huddleston, the equitable school funding lead at EdTrust.
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3Y1pvVj
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3Y1pvVj
How Florida lost track of 30,000 students, a ‘cautionary tale’ for vouchers
The state’s auditor general found “a myriad of accountability problems” in the nation’s largest voucher program.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM
“When we don’t have this fiscal accountability and transparency for these massive voucher programs that are ballooning every year, it’s a real problem,” said Qubilah Huddleston, the equitable school funding lead at EdTrust.
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3Y1pvVj
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3Y1pvVj
Inauguration Day was a time of hope for the MAGA faithful who watched President Donald Trump take his second oath of office in the Capitol rotunda. But less than a mile away, at the Department of Education, fear and uncertainty reigned. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aipZxF
December 5, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Inauguration Day was a time of hope for the MAGA faithful who watched President Donald Trump take his second oath of office in the Capitol rotunda. But less than a mile away, at the Department of Education, fear and uncertainty reigned. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aipZxF
Three out of six of Chicago’s Head Start grantees have yet to hear from the federal government if their grant has been renewed for next year.
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3XBhGoT
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3XBhGoT
December 5, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Three out of six of Chicago’s Head Start grantees have yet to hear from the federal government if their grant has been renewed for next year.
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3XBhGoT
Read the full article: https://edtru.st/3XBhGoT
Almost 2/3 of registered voters say that a four-year college degree isn’t worth the cost, according to a new NBC News poll, a dramatic decline over the last decade.
Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4rxEZO5
Source: @nbcnews.com
Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4rxEZO5
Source: @nbcnews.com
Poll: In a dramatic shift, Americans no longer see four-year college degrees as worth the cost
The latest NBC News poll shows two-thirds of registered voters down on the value proposition of a degree. A majority said degrees were worth the cost a dozen years ago.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Almost 2/3 of registered voters say that a four-year college degree isn’t worth the cost, according to a new NBC News poll, a dramatic decline over the last decade.
Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4rxEZO5
Source: @nbcnews.com
Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4rxEZO5
Source: @nbcnews.com