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EdTrust-New York Announces the 2024 New York FAFSA Completion Challenge Winners
Recognizing exceptional public high schools across New York State, this accolade celebrates their dedication and efforts in aiding students to complete the FAFSA, a pivotal gateway for students from low-income backgrounds, students from immigrant households, and first-generation students to access crucial financial aid for higher education.
Call for Urgent Action: New York State assessment report analysis reveals proficiency crisis for students
A recent analysis the 2022-23 New York State Education Department (NYSED) assessments has revealed alarming disparities in student outcomes, particularly among students of color and from low-income backgrounds. These findings underscore the urgent need for comprehensive action to address inequities in education and support student success statewide.
The New York Campaign for Early Literacy statement on FY 2025 state budget literacy investments
Key victories in the Enacted Budget include a $10 million investment in professional learning for current educators. This initiative will provide training and resources to up to 20,000 educators.
EdTrust-New York statement on FY 2025 state budget
The Enacted Budget marks a crucial milestone with New York’s first investment in literacy instruction aligned to the science of reading, alongside the introduction of a Universal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion policy. These measures, aimed at fostering student success and accessibility, reflect a commitment to addressing historic disparities in education.
EdTrust-New York Statement Supporting Universal FAFSA Legislation
The Education Trust–New York supports adoption of the Universal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) legislation to ensure more high school students access the critical funding needed to make higher education possible.
EdTrust-New York statement on graduation data for the class of 2023
The data released by NYSED lacks transparency in terms of how many students graduated with exemptions or other changes made to the graduation requirements during the pandemic.
Arlen Benjamin-Gomez named executive director of EdTrust-New York
Prior to joining Ed Trust–NY, Arlen worked as an education equity advocate and policymaker for more than 20 years, deeply rooted in the fabric of New York. She recently served as an education equity advisor and consultant, collaborating closely with states, districts, and nonprofit organizations to propel racial, socioeconomic, and cultural equity in education.
Ed Trust–NY launches the 2024 New York FAFSA Completion Challenge
As New York high school students make plans for their higher education, The EdTrust–New York is supporting those efforts with the launch of the 2024 New York FASFA Completion Challenge.
EdTrust-New York Statement on NY Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2024 State of the State Address
Governor Hochul’s 2024 State of the State proposal includes several important proposals that will advance educational equity for New York children, students, and their families.
EdTrust-New York Statement on NY Gov. Kathy Hochul’s literacy proposal
The Governor’s proposal will help to ensure that districts across the state are providing evidence-based literacy instruction to all students, while also helping provide educators with the training and resources to implement these changes in the classroom.
EdTrust–New York statement on the 2022-23 New York State assessments results
The Education Trust–New York is particularly concerned by student performance in 3rd grade English Language Arts (ELA) and 8th grade math, two critical indicators of future student success. For example, less than 40% of Black and Latino students scored proficient on the 3rd grade ELA and 8th grade math assessments.
EdTrust-New York Empowers Parents with the Launch of Early Childhood Policy & Advocacy Lab
The Early Childhood Policy & Advocacy Lab to empower and expand parent leaders’ knowledge of critical early childhood issues, NYC and NYS funding sources, available programs, and resources, and to support parent advocacy efforts.