Topic: Advocacy

EdTrust Comment on the Department of Education’s 2020/25 Beginning Postsecondary Students Full Scale Study

December 03, 2024 by EdTrust

EdTrust thanks the U.S. Department of Education for the opportunity to comment on the 2020/25 Beginning Postsecondary Students (BPS:20/25) Full Scale Study.

EdTrust Comment on the Department of Education’s Proposed Rule Regarding Student Debt Relief Based on Hardship

November 25, 2024 by EdTrust

EdTrust applauds the Department of Education for proposing two pathways for waiving some or all of the outstanding balance of a federal student loan held by the Department.

Can’t Be Erased Campaign Toolkit

November 19, 2024 by EdTrust

At the state and local level, decision-makers across the country continue to issue book bans and look for other means to restrict students’ access to honest history and a diversity of voices.

Vibe Check: Creating & Sustaining Positive, Inviting School Environments

article-cropped video November 18, 2024 by EdTrust

A webinar series showcasing how to effectively allocate resources in order to create more inclusive learning environments for students.

Teacher Preparation and House Bill 8: Unlocking Community College Funding to Support Aspiring Educators

files November 15, 2024 by EdTrust in Texas

Texas education advocates and policymakers are seeking innovative solutions to address the state’s alarming reliance on uncertified teachers.

EdTrust in Massachusetts Statement on the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) Ballot Question Outcome

newspaper November 06, 2024 by EdTrust

Massachusetts residents voted in favor of Question 2, eliminating the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) as a graduation requirement.

We Owe It to Our Kids to Support the Houston ISD Bond Measures

newspaper November 01, 2024 by Judith Cruz

Voters can improve Houston school facilities and student health and safety by voting for Propositions A and B.

EdTrust Launches Toolkit to Combat Voucher Programs Amid Heightened Education Policy Debates

newspaper October 30, 2024 by EdTrust

EdTrust’s toolkit provides advocates with the information and tools to push back against voucher programs and ensure that traditionally underserved students have access to a high-quality public education.

Protect Public Schools: An Advocacy Toolkit to Fight School Voucher Programs

compass October 30, 2024 by Emily Young, Nadia Torney

Here are resources communities can use to launch effective advocacy campaigns against school voucher programs.