Type Of Content: Report

Building Better Futures: 5 Policy Principles for Equitable College and Career Advising and Pathways

files August 26, 2026 by EdTrust

Every student deserves access to high-quality advising and pathways. This brief outlines five policy principles to expand opportunity and student success

Beyond the Early Grades: The State of Adolescent Literacy in Massachusetts

files July 16, 2026 by EdTrust-Massachusetts

Despite the state’s top national ranking, about half of middle and high schoolers lack the support needed to read at grade level

Ready for Rigor: Expanding Access to Rigorous Coursework in Michigan

files May 18, 2026 by EdTrust-Midwest

Our report examines where Michigan is falling short in preparing students for postsecondary pathways and what state and district leaders can do to expand access for students

Good Teaching Matters: How Well-Qualified Teachers Can Close the Gap

files March 27, 2026 by EdTrust

Part of EdTrust’s 30th Anniversary: Reflecting on the Work That Still Matters

Understanding the Implementation of Universal FAFSA Completion Policies in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, and Louisiana

files March 16, 2026 by Victoria Jackson, Kyla Hurns, Paulina Fraser

A study of universal FAFSA policies in four states finds that they are most effective and equitable when combined with dedicated funding, opt-out flexibility, strong support networks, accountability systems, and policies that promote college attendance

Examining State Education Agency Perspectives on School Improvement Supports

files March 12, 2026 by Shayna Levitan, Anna Skubel, Ph.D.

State education agencies are responsible for investing resources, dismantling barriers, and championing long-term, systemwide change to ensure school improvement

Strong Start, Strong Teachers: Supporting Teacher Preparation Programs for a Brighter Future

files March 04, 2026 by EdTrust-Midwest

Our report examines Michigan's teacher preparation landscape, identify gaps in the pipeline, and outline clear, equity-focused policy solutions to ensure aspiring educators not only enroll but complete, succeed, and stay in the profession

Hope and Hard Work Ahead: Building a Strong and Diverse Teacher Workforce for Michigan’s Students

files December 09, 2025 by EdTrust-Midwest

As part of a series on how to build a strong teacher workforce that supports student success and tackles Michigan’s teacher shortage problem, this report examines how Michigan struggles to attract and retain teacher candidates of color

New Roadmap Charts Bold Path for Equitable Public Higher Education in Massachusetts

files November 13, 2025 by EdTrust-Massachusetts

A new report outlines a strategic blueprint to expand access, improve student outcomes, and strengthen the public higher education system in Massachusetts