EdTrust in MA
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We are the Massachusetts team focused on promoting educational & racial equity for historically underserved students and families.
#FastFactFriday In 2023: the U.S. ranked 22 out of 44 countries in math & 8th-grade scores fell 27 points since 2019. These trends echo challenges in #MA. Learn more in our most recent brief: bit.ly/48EpmNx
January 16, 2026 at 2:44 PM
#FastFactFriday In 2023: the U.S. ranked 22 out of 44 countries in math & 8th-grade scores fell 27 points since 2019. These trends echo challenges in #MA. Learn more in our most recent brief: bit.ly/48EpmNx
1 week left! Join us on Jan 21 to explore the findings from our latest MA parent poll results on AI in schools + expert panel + Q&A. Don’t miss it. RSVP: bit.ly/EdTrustAI
#MassEduEquity #MAFamilyVoice
#MassEduEquity #MAFamilyVoice
January 14, 2026 at 2:46 PM
1 week left! Join us on Jan 21 to explore the findings from our latest MA parent poll results on AI in schools + expert panel + Q&A. Don’t miss it. RSVP: bit.ly/EdTrustAI
#MassEduEquity #MAFamilyVoice
#MassEduEquity #MAFamilyVoice
#InTheNews
Our State Director joined The Codcast to talk about what legislators must prioritize this session. In a roundtable, she underscored the urgency of closing education gaps and addressing Massachusetts’ literacy crisis 📚
Listen here: commonwealthbeacon.org/the-codcast/...
Our State Director joined The Codcast to talk about what legislators must prioritize this session. In a roundtable, she underscored the urgency of closing education gaps and addressing Massachusetts’ literacy crisis 📚
Listen here: commonwealthbeacon.org/the-codcast/...
January 13, 2026 at 6:06 PM
#InTheNews
Our State Director joined The Codcast to talk about what legislators must prioritize this session. In a roundtable, she underscored the urgency of closing education gaps and addressing Massachusetts’ literacy crisis 📚
Listen here: commonwealthbeacon.org/the-codcast/...
Our State Director joined The Codcast to talk about what legislators must prioritize this session. In a roundtable, she underscored the urgency of closing education gaps and addressing Massachusetts’ literacy crisis 📚
Listen here: commonwealthbeacon.org/the-codcast/...
How is AI changing classrooms across Massachusetts? 📚 Tune in to our 1/21 virtual panel with Keri Rodrigues, Dr. Tara Nattrass, and Dr. Almi G. Abeyta to explore what this shift means for students and schools.🔗 bit.ly/EdTrustAI #EdTrustMA #MAEdu
January 9, 2026 at 6:47 PM
How is AI changing classrooms across Massachusetts? 📚 Tune in to our 1/21 virtual panel with Keri Rodrigues, Dr. Tara Nattrass, and Dr. Almi G. Abeyta to explore what this shift means for students and schools.🔗 bit.ly/EdTrustAI #EdTrustMA #MAEdu
#FastFactsFriday
As districts explore limits on student cell phone use, parent perspectives point to the importance of communication and clarity.
Providing clear, accessible information helps families understand not just what is changing, but why💡
#EdTrustMA #CellphoneBan
As districts explore limits on student cell phone use, parent perspectives point to the importance of communication and clarity.
Providing clear, accessible information helps families understand not just what is changing, but why💡
#EdTrustMA #CellphoneBan
January 9, 2026 at 3:12 PM
#FastFactsFriday
As districts explore limits on student cell phone use, parent perspectives point to the importance of communication and clarity.
Providing clear, accessible information helps families understand not just what is changing, but why💡
#EdTrustMA #CellphoneBan
As districts explore limits on student cell phone use, parent perspectives point to the importance of communication and clarity.
Providing clear, accessible information helps families understand not just what is changing, but why💡
#EdTrustMA #CellphoneBan
This week’s #WhatWeAreReading: an op-ed by Bob Hildreth asking why we’re “deporting ambition.” Immigrant students belong in and deserve safe, welcoming schools. Read more: commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/why-... #EducationNotDeportation
January 8, 2026 at 5:09 PM
This week’s #WhatWeAreReading: an op-ed by Bob Hildreth asking why we’re “deporting ambition.” Immigrant students belong in and deserve safe, welcoming schools. Read more: commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/why-... #EducationNotDeportation
Our new brief makes it clear that adopting high-quality materials is only the beginning. District leaders must:
✅ Invest in implementation—not just adoption
✅ Audit materials for rigor using tools like EdReports & Curate
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
✅ Invest in implementation—not just adoption
✅ Audit materials for rigor using tools like EdReports & Curate
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
January 7, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Our new brief makes it clear that adopting high-quality materials is only the beginning. District leaders must:
✅ Invest in implementation—not just adoption
✅ Audit materials for rigor using tools like EdReports & Curate
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
✅ Invest in implementation—not just adoption
✅ Audit materials for rigor using tools like EdReports & Curate
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
January 6, 2026 at 2:52 PM
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
Our brief highlights gaps many #MA students face in accessing high-quality math instruction. We urge state leaders to: ✅Build a cross-district learning network✅ Prioritize funding for math improvement ✅ Strengthen the math teacher pipeline
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
January 6, 2026 at 2:49 PM
Our brief highlights gaps many #MA students face in accessing high-quality math instruction. We urge state leaders to: ✅Build a cross-district learning network✅ Prioritize funding for math improvement ✅ Strengthen the math teacher pipeline
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
📖 #WhatWeAreReading
We’re digging into this EDU Ledger piece which highlights findings from our newest report.
Ensuring every student has access to high-quality, grade-level math instruction is critical to closing #opportunitygaps.
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
We’re digging into this EDU Ledger piece which highlights findings from our newest report.
Ensuring every student has access to high-quality, grade-level math instruction is critical to closing #opportunitygaps.
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
December 23, 2025 at 2:16 PM
📖 #WhatWeAreReading
We’re digging into this EDU Ledger piece which highlights findings from our newest report.
Ensuring every student has access to high-quality, grade-level math instruction is critical to closing #opportunitygaps.
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
We’re digging into this EDU Ledger piece which highlights findings from our newest report.
Ensuring every student has access to high-quality, grade-level math instruction is critical to closing #opportunitygaps.
Read more: bit.ly/48EpmNx
Resources help, but they’re not enough. Across 395 #MA districts, spending + staffing explained <2% of HQIM adoption. Even well-funded districts struggle—showing that strong curricula depend on leadership & priorities, not just budgets. Read our brief: bit.ly/48EpmNx
December 23, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Resources help, but they’re not enough. Across 395 #MA districts, spending + staffing explained <2% of HQIM adoption. Even well-funded districts struggle—showing that strong curricula depend on leadership & priorities, not just budgets. Read our brief: bit.ly/48EpmNx
As we close out the year, we’re proud to amplify @EdTrust’s work to advance educational equity in MA and across the country. For 30 years, we've pushed for the schools all students deserve. Join us in supporting our end-of-year campaign. #EdTrust30
give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
December 22, 2025 at 8:33 PM
As we close out the year, we’re proud to amplify @EdTrust’s work to advance educational equity in MA and across the country. For 30 years, we've pushed for the schools all students deserve. Join us in supporting our end-of-year campaign. #EdTrust30
give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
AI is here to stay—and it’s reshaping education. A new #MAparentpoll finds parents divided on AI’s impact in schools. Join us Jan 21st at 10am to explore the findings. Save your spot here 🔗 bit.ly/4j2Ot02
December 22, 2025 at 8:07 PM
AI is here to stay—and it’s reshaping education. A new #MAparentpoll finds parents divided on AI’s impact in schools. Join us Jan 21st at 10am to explore the findings. Save your spot here 🔗 bit.ly/4j2Ot02
(1/2) Our new brief finds that access to high-quality math curricula (HQIM) varies across #MA districts—but adoption remains moderate statewide, with no student group exceeding ~65% access.
December 18, 2025 at 5:07 PM
(1/2) Our new brief finds that access to high-quality math curricula (HQIM) varies across #MA districts—but adoption remains moderate statewide, with no student group exceeding ~65% access.
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
December 17, 2025 at 6:46 PM
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
December 17, 2025 at 6:38 PM
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
Effective math instruction begins with access to high-quality materials, yet nearly one-third of Massachusetts districts are using curricula that do not meet standards. Our new brief breaks down the state of math education + what must happen next: bit.ly/48EpmNx
December 17, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Effective math instruction begins with access to high-quality materials, yet nearly one-third of Massachusetts districts are using curricula that do not meet standards. Our new brief breaks down the state of math education + what must happen next: bit.ly/48EpmNx
Join us on Jan 21 & @MassINCPolling to find out, as we release new parent poll results, host an expert panel, and open it up for live Q&A. RSVP now: bit.ly/4j2Ot02
What MA parents say about Artificial Intelligence (AI) + Technology
Ed Trust in MA and the MassINC Polling Group release their latest K-12 parent poll.
bit.ly
December 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Join us on Jan 21 & @MassINCPolling to find out, as we release new parent poll results, host an expert panel, and open it up for live Q&A. RSVP now: bit.ly/4j2Ot02
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
December 17, 2025 at 3:08 PM
AI is reshaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and schools are at the center of this transformation. What do #MA parents think about the use of AI in our classrooms?
A math-literate society is essential to #MA’s future—but only 41% of Grades 3–8 & 45% of Grade 10 students are meeting math benchmarks. With nearly half of the fastest-growing jobs requiring strong math, students risk being left behind. Our new brief outlines challenges & next steps 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...
bit.ly
December 16, 2025 at 2:44 PM
A math-literate society is essential to #MA’s future—but only 41% of Grades 3–8 & 45% of Grade 10 students are meeting math benchmarks. With nearly half of the fastest-growing jobs requiring strong math, students risk being left behind. Our new brief outlines challenges & next steps bit.ly/48EpmNx
Nearly half of the 30 fastest-growing jobs by 2033 require strong math skills. Yet in #MA, only 41% of students in Grades 3–8 & 45% in Grade 10 are meeting math benchmarks. Our new brief spotlights key challenges & what must happen next: 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...
bit.ly
December 16, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Nearly half of the 30 fastest-growing jobs by 2033 require strong math skills. Yet in #MA, only 41% of students in Grades 3–8 & 45% in Grade 10 are meeting math benchmarks. Our new brief spotlights key challenges & what must happen next: bit.ly/48EpmNx
#MA built its reputation on education & innovation—yet students are falling behind in the skills today’s economy demands. Only 41% of students in Grades 3–8 & 45% in Grade 10 are meeting math benchmarks. Our new brief breaks down the state of math education + what must happen next: 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...
bit.ly
December 16, 2025 at 2:43 PM
#MA built its reputation on education & innovation—yet students are falling behind in the skills today’s economy demands. Only 41% of students in Grades 3–8 & 45% in Grade 10 are meeting math benchmarks. Our new brief breaks down the state of math education + what must happen next: bit.ly/48EpmNx
Sneak Peek 👀 Tomorrow, we’re releasing our new brief, which examines 2 foundational pillars of effective math instruction: the adoption and implementation of HQIM across districts, and the availability of well-prepared educators. Mark your calendar for tomorrow 📆 #EdTrustMA
December 15, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Sneak Peek 👀 Tomorrow, we’re releasing our new brief, which examines 2 foundational pillars of effective math instruction: the adoption and implementation of HQIM across districts, and the availability of well-prepared educators. Mark your calendar for tomorrow 📆 #EdTrustMA
Education faced real challenges this year, but @EdTrust’s commitment to advancing equity for students — in MA and across the country — has only deepened. Join us in supporting our end-of-year #EdTrust30 campaign
🔗 give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
🔗 give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
December 15, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Education faced real challenges this year, but @EdTrust’s commitment to advancing equity for students — in MA and across the country — has only deepened. Join us in supporting our end-of-year #EdTrust30 campaign
🔗 give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
🔗 give.edtrust.org/campaign/643...
We’re encouraged by the initial statewide graduation framework introduced last week by state leaders in collaboration with the K-12 Statewide Graduation Council. Read our full statement on the preliminary framework here: edtrust.org/press-room/m...
December 10, 2025 at 8:47 PM
We’re encouraged by the initial statewide graduation framework introduced last week by state leaders in collaboration with the K-12 Statewide Graduation Council. Read our full statement on the preliminary framework here: edtrust.org/press-room/m...