EdTrust

The 2000s were a pivotal time. From shaping #NoChildLeftBehind to exposing college completion gaps and inequitable school funding, EdTrust changed the education conversation. As we celebrate 30 years, we’re rewinding the timeline ⏪ bit.ly/4sLL496 #EdTrust30

The literacy crisis is real. But so is the joy of reading. 📚 Not every student gets that experience. Libraries help change that. Access Builds Readers. Joy Keeps Them Reading. #FindYourJoy #NationalLibraryWeek

Calling Michigan-based leaders passionate about educational equity 📣 @EdTrustMidwest is hiring a Partnerships & Engagement Manager to run our Michigan Partnership for Equity & Opportunity coalition. 🔗 Apply here: edtru.st/3OYVILR

When schools stop feeling safe, learning stops. Our new blog from @AugustusEdTrust explores how ICE is driving students out of classrooms and is increasing fear, trauma, and absenteeism nationwide. Protect students. Protect schools. Read more: bit.ly/47Zp431

“Access [to education] alone cannot remain the goal.” —Wil Del Pilar, Ph.D., senior vice president @ EdTrust. 30 years in—and the work continues to achieve true education equity for all students. Learn about our 30th anniversary: edtru.st/4czJUY3 #EdTrust30

“Fierce advocacy for students means not just defending what exists or restoring what has been lost, but coming together around a new vision...” —@WeAreUnidosUS #EdTrust30 #EducationEquity #OpportunityForAll

Reading should feel like joy. Libraries help make that possible by expanding access to books, space, and support. Access Builds Readers. Joy Keeps Them Reading. #FindYourJoy #NationalLibraryWeek

April is #SecondChanceMonth, a reminder that access to education, employment and housing should be possible for all. W/o these essentials, recidivism increases. Our Justice Policy Fellowship re envisions what's possible Meet our new justice fellows: edtru.st/4sKlIIV

30 years in — and the work continues. The future demands real opportunity and outcomes for every student. As one EdTruster puts it: “Over the next 30 years, education has to become a true engine of freedom…” Join us in pushing forward: edtru.st/4czJUY3

4/4 Connecting education + workforce data = real accountability + better outcomes. 🔗 Read more: edtru.st/4mCOt8Y #Pathways

3/4 We can’t improve what we don’t measure.

1/4 Are schools truly preparing students for college and careers? We don’t fully know because we’re not tracking what happens after high school.

This #FeelGoodFriday, we’re celebrating Caleb, a nine-year-old boy with autism, and his mom, who just finished visiting all 50 states. 💙 This is a powerful reminder that every student deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated. Read Caleb’s story: edtru.st/4ttDiBV

6/6 Read the latest blog post from EdTrust’s SVP Wil Del Pilar to learn more about what’s at stake and why federal action is needed now to protect Pell: bit.ly/4mqpMw2

5/6 Protecting Pell Grants means protecting opportunity, economic mobility, and a stronger future U.S. workforce.

1/6 Pell Grants are one of the most important tools for making college affordable in the U.S. but they’re at risk.