✨The holiday spirit is in full swing here at EdTrust. We hosted an Ugly Christmas Sweater contest this past Tuesday and here are our winners! What do you think of their sweaters?
EdTrust
Public Policy Offices
Washington, District of Columbia 55,926 followers
Advancing policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the American education system
About us
EdTrust promotes high academic achievement for all students at all levels—pre-kindergarten through college. Our goal is to close the gaps in opportunity and achievement that consign far too many young people—especially those from low-income families or who are Black, Latino, or American Indian—to lives on the margins of the American mainstream. Although many organizations speak up for the adults employed by schools and colleges, we speak up for students, especially those whose needs and potential are often overlooked. We evaluate every policy, every practice, and every dollar spent through a single lens: what is right for students. We work alongside educators, parents, students, policymakers, and civic and business leaders in communities across the country, providing practical assistance in their efforts to transform schools and colleges into institutions that serve all students well. We analyze local, state, and national data and use what we learn to help build broader understanding of achievement and opportunity gaps and the actions necessary to close them. We participate actively in national and state policy debates, bringing lessons learned from on-the-ground work and from unflinching data analyses to build the case for policies that will help all students and schools reach high levels of achievement. Our Core Beliefs: We believe in the power of education to close the gaps that separate low-income students and students of color from other young Americans. We believe that schools and colleges, appropriately organized, can help virtually all students master the knowledge they need to succeed. We believe long-standing gaps in opportunity, achievement, and attainment have roots inside and outside of schools. And though we know these gaps are stubborn, we also know they are not inevitable. We believe a strong education improves the lives of young people, is vital to sustaining our democracy, and strengthens America.
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https://edtru.st/2R5hIBX
External link for EdTrust
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1996
- Specialties
- Education, policy, research, and advocacy
Locations
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1501 K St NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20005, US
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580 2nd St
Suite 200
Oakland, California 94607, US
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222 Broadway
New York, NY 10038, US
Employees at EdTrust
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Redante Asuncion-Reed
Digital & Web Management | SEO & Analytics | Content Strategy | UX & Project Management | Digital Strategy Leadership
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Wendy Scott
Chief Financial Officer at The Education Trust
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Rachel Stalcup, CFRE
Chief Development Officer at The Education Trust
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Phil Martin
Strategic leader, advisor, & communicator. Former Obama admin official. Committed to equal opportunity & people power.
Updates
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EdTrust is #hiring! Join our incredible Development Team as our next Development Associate! Do you know your way around fundraising in nonprofit contexts? Do you consider yourself an organized team-player with high attention to detail? We need YOU to support our grants administration work to help EdTrust meet our financial goals! Apply here: https://edtru.st/3OTY5Mp
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🔔Happy to announce that we’ve joined the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE)'s High School Transformation State Network Advisory Council! We’re excited to help guide NASBE’s project to build and enhance the capacity of state boards to create student experiences that foster content mastery and durable skills. We’re feeling energized by the innovation and ideas flowing around #highschool #transformation in this group.
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When it comes to teacher diversity, it’s important to know where we've been and where we're going. The National Council on Teacher Quality’s (NCTQ) new dashboard acts as a rearview mirror showing trends in teacher diversity over time and a roadmap showing which prep programs are leading toward a more diverse workforce. https://lnkd.in/guJKh-sc
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At EdTrust, we remain strong in our belief that by protecting our students, we protect our democracy. Given the current political climate, there has never been a better time for a tax-deductible donation because there has never been a more important time for our work. By making a contribution to EdTrust, you will be directly supporting our efforts to advocate for policies and practices that create a more equitable education system. Together, we can speak for underserved students in our nation’s schools as we break down the barriers that hinder their success. And with public schools under political attack, the stakes are even higher. Every dollar counts and will be used to drive systemic change and build a brighter future for students of color and students from low-income communities! Donate now: https://edtru.st/4fSFPip
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🌟Through-year assessments, new innovative state tests that measure student learning over the course of the year—provide an opportunity to address some of the key pain points with current statewide summative assessments and advance data-driven decision-making designed to address inequities in student learning opportunities. Involving smaller, more frequent tests throughout the year, these assessments offer quicker, more meaningful data that helps educators identify strengths and areas for improvement early. These assessments aim to provide more timely, relevant, and actionable data for educators, parents, and administrators and can help provide additional supports for underserved students that are better aligned to meet their needs throughout the academic year. Read our report on through-year assessments with our recommendations here: https://edtru.st/41o5k6R
Designing Equitable Through-Year Assessments
https://edtrust.org
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Double Your Impact This #GivingTuesday! With your support, EdTrust can continue to advocate for policies and practices that create a more equitable education system. With public schools under political attack, the stakes are even higher. Today, your generosity can go even further! Every dollar donated will be matched up to $20,000! Donate now — because when we protect our students, we protect our democracy. https://edtru.st/4fSFPip #EquityinEducation #givingtuesday2024
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👏🏽We are proud to share that our President & CEO, Denise Forte, has been featured in Word In Black as one of the six leaders championing fair and equitable education! Her unwavering commitment to creating a more just and inclusive education continues to motivate us all. Check out the full feature here: https://edtru.st/4gasx0p
6 Leaders Pushing for Fair Education
http://wordinblack.com
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In spring and summer 2025, the Emmy Award-winning nonprofit Roadtrip Nation will feature three formerly incarcerated individuals in a documentary on postsecondary education in prison. By interviewing inspiring people who participated in education programs during their time in prison, these roadtrippers will learn how others navigated their paths during and after incarceration. This documentary will show how postsecondary education in prison has changed the course of people’s lives as part of a larger conversation about what’s possible for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. Applications are now open to join the road trip and share your story while being exposed to new paths and possibilities for your future. Applications are open through February 2, 2025. Apply here: https://edtru.st/3Og5s0m
Higher Ed in Prison Storytelling Initiative - Roadtrip Nation Applications
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The president-elect has nominated Linda McMahon as the next Secretary of Education. EdTrust is watching closely. We need a Secretary who will prioritize strengthening & protecting public schools to ensure all students, especially the most underserved, receive a high-quality, inclusive education. Proposals like those in Project 2025—dismantling the Dept. of Education, cutting federal oversight, and diverting public funds to private schools—threaten to widen inequities and harm public education. Public schools are the backbone of opportunity for millions of students. Federal leadership must focus on equity, quality, and access—not dismantling systems that underserved communities rely on. #ProtectPublicEducation #EdEquity EdTrust will be fiercely advocating for an education leader who puts students first. Stay tuned as we continue to monitor this crucial nomination. Learn More: https://edtru.st/47K4Bhn
EdTrust Unveils 2024 Transition Memo Outlining Urgent Policy Priorities for Equitable Education
https://edtrust.org