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Supreme Court affirmative action ruling is a threat to equity in New York
Diversity is core to the fabric of our state. In the coming months, we are hopeful that New York State leaders make clear strides to maintain diversity on campuses in the wake of this ruling.
New report reveals an early literacy crisis in Monroe County and outlines solutions to boost reading outcomes
The report shows that districts responding to Monroe County's early literacy crisis with a slow, but uneven shift toward alignment with the science of reading, an evidence-based approach to teaching reading. The report also shares examples of promising practices from school districts, local universities, and community-based organizations.
The Education Trust–New York announces 12 high schools as winners of The New York FAFSA Completion Challenge
These 12 schools exemplify a commitment to helping students access critical financial aid and support them in completing their applications
Grow Your Own initiatives make moves in the NYS Legislature
Ed Trust–NY supports legislation that will increase teacher diversity in New York State, and we’re celebrating the movement of a particular bill (A00068/S2140B) that passed the Senate and Assembly and now awaits the final steps in the process.
Four Ways Parents & Caregivers Can Support Their Young Reader
When caregivers know how to support their child’s reading, there is enormous potential. Yet too often, parents do not have access to the best tools and resources to support reading development, leaving them feeling unprepared to support their little learner’s needs. Here are some resources to help.
Literacy: the key to empowerment
Frederick Douglass believed that education was the key to empowering Black people and helping them achieve true freedom and equality. In 2023, literacy in America is still important for many of the same reasons it was important to Douglass.