Remembering IDEA — and Fighting to Keep its Promise to Students with Disabilities
EdTrust marks the 50th anniversary of IDEA, which guaranteed millions of students with disabilities the right to education and the services they need to learn
Joint Comment on Indiana’s Revised Proposed A-F School Accountability System
Educational equity and civil rights organizations submitted a joint public comment on Indiana’s revised proposed A-F school accountability system regulations
How Family Engagement Can Reduce Chronic Absenteeism
Family engagement improves student attendance. When parents and teachers address chronic absenteeism together, students and schools thrive
Implementing the PREP Allotment: An Interactive Budget Workbook for School System Leaders
Texas has made historic policy shifts to expand and incentivize high-quality teacher preparation. This tool helps school systems plan and budget strategically to maximize the impact of the state’s new Preparing and Retaining Educators through Partnership Program Allotment
Systems Can’t Depend on Heroics: The Urgent Need to Strengthen Our Special Education and EL Teacher Workforce
NCTQ identifies six policy levers states can use to build a stronger teacher workforce for students with disabilities and English learners.
As States Expand Use of Teacher Apprenticeship Programs, EdTrust Research Finds Ways to Improve Candidate Success
Study of experience of candidates of color finds need for better recruitment, mentorship, financial support
Building Futures: Strengthening the Educator Workforce Through Teacher Apprenticeships
An excellent teacher is integral for student success, and most states have turned to registered teacher apprenticeship programs to widen their pool of educators
Joint Statement on OESE/OCR Cuts
Advocates reiterate calls to reverse layoffs of Department of Education employees
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