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WASHINGTON — In advance of the election, EdTrust announces the release of its 2024 Transition Memo, a comprehensive policy guide designed to inform, inspire, and spur action at the federal level by Congress and the executive branch. This document serves as a strategic roadmap for advancing education equity and ensuring that all students — particularly those from traditionally underserved communities — have access to high-quality learning opportunities.

As the nation navigates post-pandemic recovery, grapples with culture wars in schools, and operates in an evolving educational landscape, EdTrust’s Transition Memo delivers evidence-based recommendations that address the education system’s most urgent needs. From reimagining school funding to supporting students’ basic needs in higher education, this memo is an essential tool for policymakers committed to transformative change.

Key P-12 Education Priorities of the 2024 Transition Memo:

• Equitable School Funding: Advocating for fair distribution of resources to close funding gaps
• Transparency and Support for Struggling Schools: Ensuring accountability and assistance for schools in need
• College and Career Readiness: Preparing all students for success beyond high school
• Educator Equity and Diversity: Promoting a diverse, well-supported teaching workforce
• Early Childhood Education: Expanding access to high-quality early learning
• Safe and Equitable Learning Environments: Creating spaces where every student can thrive

Key Higher Education Priorities of the 2024 Transition Memo:

• Equitable Investment in Higher Education: Ensuring that funding reaches the students and institutions that need it most.
• Data and Transparency: Providing clear, accessible information for students and families
• Student Supports and Basic Needs: Addressing food insecurity, housing, and mental health to ensure students’ success
• Consumer Protections and Accountability: Safeguarding students from predatory practices
• Safe and Positive Campus Climates: Promoting inclusive and supportive environments for all students

“As we look toward 2025 and beyond, it is imperative that our nation’s leaders prioritize equity in education where students and their families come first,” said Denise Forte, president and CEO of EdTrust.

The 2024 Transition Memo is a vital resource for both new and returning policymakers as they shape their educational agendas. EdTrust stands ready to partner with Congress, the Department of Education, and other federal agencies to turn these recommendations into reality and create lasting positive impact for the tens of millions of students nationwide.

Download the full 2024 Transition Memo