Students’ Civil Rights Are Being Treated Like an Afterthought
Statement from EdTrust on the Transfers of OSERS and OCR
Protect Public Schools: An Advocacy Toolkit to Fight School Voucher Programs
Here are resources communities can use to launch effective advocacy campaigns against school voucher programs.
Equitable Implementation of AI in Schools: Protecting Our Most Vulnerable Students
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.
AI, Access, and the Educational Divide
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping education and the workforce, but at what cost?
Equity Is Not Discrimination
The current administration is weaponizing civil rights laws to eliminate opportunities and resources for Black students
An Education Worthy of Our Democracy
Denise Forte’s Commencement Address to the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education, Class of 2026
Celebrating 30 Years of Advancing Student Excellence
Denise Forte, president and CEO of EdTrust, delivered prepared remarks on May 6th, at EdTrust’s 30th anniversary celebration
The Hidden Bias in College ROI Frameworks
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
Why Funding Matters for School Improvement
State leaders must pair accountability and support with fair, adequate funding so schools have the resources to meet students’ needs