Topic: P-12

Fourteen states have committed to cut chronic absenteeism by 50% over five years, answering a challenge by a group of education advocates to urgently address a pressing issue that, if not fixed, could have long-term detrimental effects for our nation’s students.

EdTrust, All4Ed call for new federal initiatives on Pathways Navigators

Pathways help students move from P-12 to college & career more seamlessly. EdTrust & All4Ed report explains the ideal system.

Texas now faces the possibility of a fifth consecutive year without issuing consequential school ratings.

New EdTrust report evaluates uses of pandemic relief funds to support students’ well-being

Students’ social & emotional well-being are linked to academic learning. States should prioritize funding programs that holistically support students’ needs.

Chronic absenteeism skyrocketed during COVID-19 and has stayed high even as the pandemic has waned. A plan to reduce it by 50%.

Statement from Augustus Mays, Vice President for Partnerships and Engagement for EdTrust, on the Fiscal Year 2025 House Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Bill

Summer school is a great opportunity for students to catch up on the learning loss caused by the pandemic.