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How to Strengthen the Emergency Safety Net for Today’s Students
April 30, 2026 by Sandra Perez Many college students struggle to cover basic needs like food and rent. Here’s how colleges can improve their emergency aid programs to better support students in times of crisis
The Hidden Bias in College ROI Frameworks
April 15, 2026 by Michelle Chen, Sebastian Kane Most ROI models underestimate the value of colleges serving high proportions of students of color and those from low-income backgrounds by focusing solely on graduate earnings and ignoring factors like race, income, and local job markets. But there’s a fairer way to evaluate colleges’ true worth
Protecting Students Amid Federal Attacks on Higher Education Opportunities
April 02, 2026 by EdTrust Given the impending threats to the future of higher education, there are opportunities for states to make policy and resource decisions that can reduce the potential impact and scope of cuts
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Equitable Implementation of AI in Schools: Protecting Our Most Vulnerable Students
June 12, 2026 by Nathan Kriha Navigating AI implementation is an enormous challenge for districts, educators, students, communities, and policymakers that can have serious implications for the US’s most vulnerable students.
What’s Next for the Class of 2026? High School Seniors Reflect on College, Careers, and Feeling Ready for the Future
June 10, 2026 by Gabriela Montell High school seniors discuss life after graduation — including selecting colleges, managing costs, and the support systems that have prepared them.
Equity Is Not Discrimination
June 05, 2026 by Denise Forte The current administration is weaponizing civil rights laws to eliminate opportunities and resources for Black students
Too Many Adolescents in MA Are Struggling with the Literacy Skills They Need for Success After High School
June 04, 2026 by Genesis Carela Thousands of middle and high school students in Massachusetts are struggling to meet grade-level literacy expectations — and too often, policymakers are ignoring the problem
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EdTrust Supports the Postsecondary Student Success Act
June 11, 2026 by EdTrust EdTrust applauds the Postsecondary Student Success Act, introduced by Rep. Stansbury and Sen. Heinrich, and expresses our unqualified support for the bill.
National Test Scores Show More Needed for Black and Latino Students
June 10, 2026 by Denise Forte Statement of EdTrust President and CEO Denise Forte on NAEP Long-Term Trend Results
Massachusetts Poll Shows College Interest Slipping Amid Growing Gaps in Readiness and Access
June 10, 2026 by EdTrust-Massachusetts 
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