Statewide Poll of Parents Reveals Dramatically Different Postsecondary Plans For Students Across Race and Income
November 16, 2023 by Ed Trust BOSTON (November 16, 2023) – As policymakers across the Commonwealth continue sharpening their focus on college and career readiness; a critical question remains: Do students and families, particularly those from historically…
House passes Parents Bill of Rights Act, giving parents control of children’s education
March 28, 2023 by Ed Trust The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed the Parents Bill of Rights Act, which would grant parents more control over their children’s education. If the U.S. Senate also passes the legislation…
Statement on H.Res. 219 the Bill of Rights for Students and Parents
March 21, 2023 by Ed Trust WASHINGTON – Denise Forte, president and CEO of The Education Trust, released the following statement regarding H. Res. 219. the Bill of Rights for Students and Parents, sponsored by Rep.…
Parental rights legislation without parental engagement is full of hot air and hidden motives
The parent-teacher bond is a partnership forged since the first schoolhouse opened its doors. Parents overwhelmingly love their child’s teachers, and teachers know that truly lifting the voices of parents can…