Will Private Dollars Fund Public Education? Only In Dreams
Proponents claim federal vouchers will help public school students through supplemental services, but cuts to safety-net programs and increased funding for unaccountable private schools will ultimately cause greater harm than benefit
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
The Federal Voucher Program Is a Costly Illusion
Voucher advocates present the upcoming federal program as a win for students, families, public schools, and local governments. In reality, private schools and current private school families will be the primary benefactors of these new federal education subsidies
How Rising Need and Unstable Funding Are Shaping District Budget Decisions Right Now
This school district budget season feels especially high stakes because a lot is hitting district leaders at once
Protecting Students While Public Education is Under Attack
This guide outlines five urgent threats posed by the federal government’s retreat from public education, along with the concrete actions advocates must press state leaders to take to counter this Great American Heist and ensure that every student can succeed
EdTrust Comment Urges State Discretion, Strong Transparency and Accountability for New Federal School Voucher Program
EdTrust comments on the U.S. Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service's request for comment on the implementation of the new federal school voucher program
Federal Focus, Texas Lens: Voucher Tax Credits and the 2026 Budget
EdTrust in Texas hosted a briefing for advocates to shed a light on a new federal voucher tax credit program, recent moves to dismantle the Department of Education, and proposed federal budget cuts to education and what they mean for Texas students
What The Federal Voucher Program Means for Students in Your State
Now that a federal school voucher program has become law, here’s what it means for students in your state
The Hidden Costs of School Voucher Programs: A Community’s Story
A teacher in DC has seen firsthand how school voucher programs can unravel the very fabric of a community and leave students behind