Aiming for Equity: A New Resolution for Statewide Degree Attainment Goals
January 08, 2019 by Katie Berger It’s a new year — a time for bold resolutions and renewed commitments. January also marks the start of new legislative sessions in D.C. and in state houses across the…
Q&A with Erika McConduit, Louisiana Director, The Education Trust
August 30, 2018 by Letisha Marrero Why are you so passionate about social justice in education? Social justice is something that has been a part of me throughout my life. I grew up in New Orleans.…
5 Ways State Leaders Can Support Teacher Diversity
February 14, 2018 by Davis Dixon At Ed Trust, we want to continue the conversation about recruiting and retaining excellent teachers of color. According to the U.S. Department of Education, the student population will be 56…
Trends in State ESSA Plans
December 18, 2017 by Natasha Ushomirsky, Andy Smith, Samantha Bommelje Strong school accountability systems can send a clear message that the achievement of all groups of students matters and…
Maryland Takes a Big Step in the Wrong Direction
April 04, 2017 by Natasha Ushomirsky UPDATED As state leaders work to implement the accountability provisions of the new Every Student Succeeds Act, they are making key decisions about how they will measure school performance, the…
For Equity-Oriented State Leaders: 9 Ideas for Stimulating School Improvement Under ESSA
s state education leaders redesign their school accountability systems under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), there’s been a…
Protected: Standing for DEI Programs in Your State
September 09, 2015 by EdTrust Despite the ongoing threats to diversity, equity, and inclusion, college DEI programs are important for students of color to feel like they belong, and must remain intact.
A Step Forward or a Step Back? State Accountability in the Waiver Era
February 07, 2013 by Daria Hall