relentless advocates of educational justice for students across New York State — particularly those of color or living in poverty
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We seek to promote equity-focused education policies and implement systemic change by:
Working alongside a diverse group of partners, including families, civil rights groups, organizations representing children with disabilities, faith and business leaders, education reform organizations, and others to create lasting change.
Delivering hard-hitting data analyses that shed light on the urgent challenges facing our public schools.
Presenting opportunities and solutions for state policymakers to advance equity and educational justice.
Driving public demand for policies and programs that raise academic achievement and close opportunity gaps.
The Latest From Ed Trust-NY
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.
The Education Trust–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.