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EdTrust in Texas advocates for an equitable education for Black and Latino students and students from low-income backgrounds across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Texas students and families as we work alongside them for the better future they deserve.

Midwest

Our mission is to close the gaps in opportunity and achievement that disproportionately impact students who are the most underserved, with a particular focus on Black and Latino/a students and students from low-income backgrounds.

New York

EdTrust–New York is a statewide education policy and advocacy organization focused first and foremost on doing right by New York’s children. Although many organizations speak up for the adults employed by schools and colleges, we advocate for students, especially those whose needs and potential are often overlooked.

Tennessee

EdTrust-Tennessee advocates for equitable education for historically-underserved students across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Tennessee students and families as we work alongside them for the future they deserve.

West

EdTrust–West is committed to dismantling the racial and economic barriers embedded in the California education system. Through our research and advocacy, EdTrust-West engages diverse communities dedicated to education equity and justice and increases political and public will to build an education system where students of color and multilingual learners, especially those experiencing poverty, will thrive.

Louisiana

The Education Trust in Louisiana works to promote educational equity for historically underserved students in the Louisiana’s schools. We work alongside students, families, and communities to build urgency and collective will for educational equity and justice.

Texas

EdTrust in Texas advocates for an equitable education for historically-underserved students across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Texas students and families as we work alongside them for the better future they deserve.

Massachusetts

The Education Trust team in Massachusetts convenes and supports the Massachusetts Education Equity Partnership (MEEP), a collective effort of more than 20 social justice, civil rights and education organizations from across the Commonwealth working together to promote educational equity for historically underserved students in our state’s schools.

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Entrance to the Department of Education building in Washington DC

Why Returning Education Entirely to the States is a Dangerous Proposition

March 20, 2025 by EdTrust

Dismantling the Department of Education and returning education to the states will put all students in the U.S. at risk

an illustration of people lined up and looking forward

Undocumented Students Are Living in Fear on College Campuses. The Effects of Campus Raids

March 19, 2025 by Sayda Martinez-Alvarado

Amid ICE raids on college campuses, immigrant and undocumented students are living in fear for themselves and family members

Higher Education

Students We Serve

Social, Emotional and Academic Development

Classroom shot of English class with Freshman book

I’m a Houston Teacher, and I Support Houston ISD’s Step Toward Excellence

March 19, 2025 by Monica Hill

Embracing this change will help create a culture of growth, innovation, and success for all involved

Education Equity

Kindergarten students sitting on the floor listening to their teacher in a classroom

Not All Schools Are Created Equal—Even in Wealthy Districts

March 12, 2025 by Nan Field

She assumed that all the schools in her affluent county were well-resourced. Then she became a teacher

Students We Serve

View of the entrance to the Department of Education building in Washington DC

The Further Gutting of the Department of Education

March 11, 2025 by Blair Wriston

Cutting nearly half of mission-critical positions across the Department of Education means fewer resources and support for students and families

Higher Education

Students sitting at their desks in a classroom, a black male student at the foreground

Erasing Opportunity: How Trump’s Education Policies Harm Black College Students

March 10, 2025 by Iyana Moore

The Trump administration’s policies have reversed the advancements made, putting Black students at increased risk

Students We Serve

Higher Education

Social, Emotional and Academic Development

young black student raising her hand in a classroom

EdTrust in Texas Takes Legal Action Urging Release of School Accountability Data

March 07, 2025 by EdTrust-Texas

For two years, Texas families, educators, and communities have been left without access to critical A-F school accountability ratings

Education Equity

Linda McMahon being confirmed and sworn in as Department of Education Secretary

McMahon’s “Final Mission” Speech is Full of Lies About Education

March 05, 2025 by Carolyn Phenicie

Linda McMahon, Secretary of Education, calls for dismantling the Department of Education, the agency she is supposed to lead

Students We Serve

Stick figure wearing a graduation cap with a chain of student debt tied to ankle

The Department of Education Is Under Attack. Student Borrowers Should Protect Themselves

March 05, 2025 by Victoria Jackson

The Trump administration is trying to dismantle the Department of Education. Borrowers should act now to safeguard their student loan data

Higher Education