Ed Trust in Massachusetts
Who We Are & What We Do
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.
Together we:
- Draw attention to educational inequities in Massachusetts
- Advocate for policies and practices that improve opportunity and outcomes for students of color, linguistically diverse students, students from economically disadvantaged families, and students with disabilities
- Work alongside students, families, and communities to build urgency and collective will for educational equity and justice
Meet Our Team
Jennie Williamson
State Director for Massachusetts
Jennie Williamson is the State Director for The Education Trust-Massachusetts, where she leads the development and implementation of the Massachusetts team’s strategic vision, long term and short-term goals, and priorities.
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Chanthy Lopes Toro
Engagement and Communications Assistant Director (Massachusetts)
Chanthy works alongside students, families, and community advocates to build urgency and collective will through meaningful engagement and strategic communications to draw attention to the educational inequities that affect underserved students in Massachusetts.
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Genesis Carela
Policy Senior Analyst (Massachusetts)
Genesis conducts policy and data analyses to aid in the development and advancement of policy recommendations on issues related to educational opportunity and outcomes in Massachusetts.
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Press Releases
Parents Divided as AI Rapidly Reshapes Massachusetts Classrooms
New statewide poll reveals widespread student use of AI, sharp divisions in parent sentiment, and strong demand for digital literacy
New EdTrust in MA Brief Highlights Critical Gaps in Massachusetts Math Instruction
Unequal Access to High-Quality Curricula, Growing Achievement Gaps, and the Urgent Need for Better Teacher Training
Blog
The FAFSA Changed My Life. Requiring Students to Complete It Could Transform Thousands More
For students from low-income backgrounds, going to college can seem like an impossible dream. But the key to making that dream a reality often lies in completing a single form
Honoring Latino Heritage Means Investing in Our Children’s Education
As Hispanic Heritage Month draws to a close, I reflect on my family’s journey and the future of Latino children across MA
Our Students Aren’t Just Struggling with Math — They’re Struggling to Believe They Belong
It's time to stop accepting “I'm just not a math person” as a fact — because that mindset is holding far too many students back
Resources
The State of Math Instruction: Equity, Access, and Outcomes
This research brief illuminates two foundational pillars of effective math education in Massachusetts: the adoption and implementation of high-quality math curricula, and the availability of educators capable of delivering rigorous and engaging math instruction
New Roadmap Charts Bold Path for Equitable Public Higher Education in Massachusetts
A new report outlines a strategic blueprint to expand access, improve student outcomes, and strengthen the public higher education system in Massachusetts
The State of Math in Massachusetts: A Data-Driven Look at Massachusetts’ Math Crisis and What Can Be Done
Math proficiency has sharply declined across the nation, and recent data shows that many Massachusetts students are entering higher education unprepared for the mathematical demands of college, careers, and beyond