New York

EdTrust–New York is a statewide education policy and advocacy organization focused first and foremost on doing right by New York’s children. Although many organizations speak up for the adults employed by schools and colleges, we advocate for students, especially those whose needs and potential are often overlooked.

West

EdTrust–West is committed to dismantling the racial and economic barriers embedded in the California education system. Through our research and advocacy, EdTrust-West engages diverse communities dedicated to education equity and justice and increases political and public will to build an education system where students of color and multilingual learners, especially those experiencing poverty, will thrive.

Massachusetts

The Education Trust team in Massachusetts convenes and supports the Massachusetts Education Equity Partnership (MEEP), a collective effort of more than 20 social justice, civil rights and education organizations from across the Commonwealth working together to promote educational equity for historically underserved students in our state’s schools.

Topic: Educator Diversity

A Vision for Equitable Pathways: Enhancing Support and Innovation in College and Career Counseling

September 04, 2024 by Rebeca Shackleford, Kristen Hengtgen, Ph.D.

Pathways help students move from P-12 to college & career more seamlessly. EdTrust & All4Ed report explains the ideal system.

P-12

Teacher and students sitting on the floor together stacking hands

Transfer Students Are Key to Building a More Diverse, Better Prepared Teacher Workforce

May 20, 2024 by Judith Cruz

Expanding preparation pathways for transfer candidates and supporting their success are vital steps toward increasing representation of Black and Latino educators in Texas.

P-12

Male sixth-grade math teacher with textbook

Which Teacher Impacted You? We Asked, You Answered

May 10, 2024 by EdTrust

For Teacher Appreciation Week, EdTrust staff and community speak about the teachers who ignited their passion for education.

P-12

Why I Teach, Where I Teach: To Ignite a Spark

May 09, 2024 by Anjali Bhatt

This Teacher Appreciation Week, Anjali Bhatt explores her journey to becoming a teacher and how she ignites a spark in her students.

P-12

Why I Teach, Where I Teach: To Build a Foundation for a Future

May 08, 2024 by Dr. Melissa Collins

On the blog, Dr. Melissa Collins explores her educational journey and what inspired her to become an educational leader.

P-12

black teacher with students in the background

How a Black Teacher Impacted Me

May 06, 2024 by Nasharie Stewart

An EdTrust intern pays tribute to a teacher for preparing her as only a Black woman could. #TeacherAppreciationWeek

P-12

A female teacher holding up an illustration in front of seated students

State Board of Education Approves New Teacher Preparation Standards

April 16, 2024 by EdTrust

The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) approved a number of new standards adopted by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) to better prepare aspiring Texas teachers regardless of their pathway into the profession

P-12