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🚨Across the U.S., students are missing school at alarming rates. Join EdTrust to find out how to respond in this moment. 🗓️Wednesday, April 15th at 2pm EST 🔗Register for the webinar using this link: edtru.st/48tMspu #StudentSuccess

April 15–16: Join @JUST_Equations #TMO26 to hear how we’re meeting the moment and ensuring that #matheducation becomes a gateway to opportunity for all students. Register now: bit.ly/tmo-2026-regis…

🚨Join us TODAY at 2pm EST to explore how “school hardening” strategies may be impacting students in unintended ways—contributing to chronic absenteeism and disconnection. Let’s rethink what true school safety looks like. Register: bit.ly/4txVZUu

400,000+ NY students are in schools using reading programs science says don't work. That's not a data point. Those are children. Read @EdTrustNY's new report for the solutions. 🔗 edtru.st/3POK9qN

$8.5 BILLION cut to K-12 education. Programs for students with disabilities: gone. Support for immigrant students: at risk. College success programs: eliminated. This isn’t a budget—it’s a heist. Congress must reject it. #ProtectPublicEducation #GreatAmericanHeist

A working adult shouldn't have to choose between paying rent and getting the skills they need for a better job. Workforce Pell changes that, but only if states implement it right. @EdTrust's new guide shows how ➡️ edtrust.org/rti/guide-to-i… #WorkforcePell #EducationEquity

“Universities must recognize that financial aid is not just about tuition. Students need support for food, housing, transportation, clothing, and emergencies.” — Lynn

This is something that both Congress and college leaders need to pay attention to.

Thanks to the simpler FAFSA application, almost 2 million students are eligible for federal financial aid, called the Pell Grant. (Even if you’re thinking you may not qualify, you should still apply! You have until June 30th.)

Here’s What You Should Know

Almost 2 Million Students Are Eligible for Pell Grants.

Future policy leaders in the building 👏🏾 We hosted students from Howard University School of Education for a panel on careers in policy & advocacy featuring EdTrust leaders. From breakfast convos to a full office tour — the future is bright ✨

From janitor to doctor at the SAME hospital. Shay Taylor-Allen worked at Yale for 10 years, all while pursuing her education, facing rejection, and refusing to give up. Today, she’s returning as a physician. Read More: edtru.st/4lW8h6x

What did education equity look like 30 years ago and how far have we really come? As part of our 30th anniversary, we’re revisiting one of our earliest publications to reflect on progress made and the work still ahead. Read more: edtru.st/3Q3vN5K

“Department of Education staff leave building after 40 years…” Fox News Let's be real. This is dismantling. They’re selling it for parts. And students, especially those traditionally underserved, will feel it most. 💬 What should leaders be focused on right now?