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.

Tag: pathways

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Our Kids Deserve a Diploma that Actually Opens Doors

July 10, 2026 by Beatriz Villarreal

We send our children to Houston ISD schools every morning, hoping that when they graduate, they'll be ready for what comes next

P-12

What’s Next for the Class of 2026? High School Seniors Reflect on College, Careers, and Feeling Ready for the Future

June 10, 2026 by Gabriela Montell

High school seniors discuss life after graduation — including selecting colleges, managing costs, and the support systems that have prepared them.

Higher Education

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Unlocking Students’ Pathways to College & Career Part 2

May 27, 2026 by EdTrust

Part 2 of the two-part series dives deeper and explore what it looks like when pathways work

P-12

Higher Education

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Unlocking Students’ Pathways to College & Career Part 1

May 20, 2026 by EdTrust

An honest look at how unclear pathways are leaving graduates unprepared for what comes next

P-12

Higher Education

A teacher standing in front or a classroom teaching seated high school students

Ready for Rigor: Expanding Access to Rigorous Coursework in Michigan

May 18, 2026 by EdTrust-Midwest

Our report examines where Michigan is falling short in preparing students for postsecondary pathways and what state and district leaders can do to expand access for students

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Instructor using a computer display to teach a class in a dental lab on a college campus.

Advancing College & Career Readiness: A Blueprint for School Board Policy

March 23, 2026 by EdTrust-Texas

Local school systems must adopt strong, lasting policies that help ensure that all students have access to clear pathways to college, careers, and well-paying jobs after graduation

P-12

Higher Education

Advocacy