Type Of Content: Press Releases

States Commit to Meaningful Action on Chronic Absenteeism

newspaper September 09, 2024 by Ed Trust

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.

In Changing Labor Market, All Students Deserve Support in Navigating College and Career

newspaper September 04, 2024 by Ed Trust

EdTrust, All4Ed call for new federal initiatives on Pathways Navigators

States Should Prioritize Funding for Students’ Social, Emotional, and Academic Development

newspaper August 07, 2024 by Ed Trust

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

EdTrust in Louisiana Nationally Recognized for Their Commitment to Louisiana Students & Families

newspaper June 26, 2024 by Ed Trust

EdTrust in Louisiana receives the Excellence in Education Award and the Zakim Award.

EdTrust Supports the Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of 2024

newspaper June 21, 2024 by Ed Trust

Statement from Wil Del Pilar, senior vice president for EdTrust, on the Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of 2024.

Massachusetts Parents Concerned About Reading Approaches, Want Focus on Proven Methods

newspaper May 13, 2024 by Ed Trust

In response to the literary crisis, parents want evidence-based reading instruction in schools.

Introducing the 2024 Texas Community College Student Advisory Council

newspaper May 01, 2024 by Ed Trust

The Council’s student members are a diverse group, including first-generation college students, student-parents, student government leaders, and individuals from various races, ethnicities, ages, and backgrounds.

State Board of Education Approves New Teacher Preparation Standards

newspaper April 16, 2024 by Ed Trust

The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) approved a number of new standards adopted by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) to better prepare aspiring Texas teachers regardless of their pathway into the profession

EdTrust Releases Research and Recommendations on How Schools Can Improve Interactions with Families to Better Support Students

newspaper April 11, 2024 by Ed Trust

Three new publications discuss the importance of community engagement, share findings on families’ experiences, suggest improvements to annual assessment reports.