We’re joining the Healey-Driscoll Administration in celebrating MA’s annual STEM Week, a statewide initiative that inspires students to dive into science, technology, engineering, and math. Let’s inspire the next gen of innovators and changemakers🔬 #MassSTEMWeek #EdTrustMA

Despite rising interest in short-term credentials, most students continue to enroll in bachelor’s programs at public universities. EdTrust’s new brief explores what states must do to ensure all pathways lead to real opportunity. Read More: edtru.st/4q8er5z

On the last day of #HispanicHeritageMonth, our Senior Policy Analyst reflects on her family's journey from the DR and the future of Latino children across MA. Honoring #Latino heritage means investing in and caring for the next generation 🌟 Read more: bit.ly/47b0FGE

Chronic absenteeism remains high, especially for students of color, low-income families & students with disabilities. @edtrust.bsky.social's new report reviews how MA + other states are tackling this issue. Read more: edtru.st/48VCXjY

Stay in the loop with the EdTrust in #MA team! Sign up for our "Friends of Educational Equity" mailing list to get the latest education updates delivered right to your inbox 📥Don't miss out; join here ➡️ rb.gy/uy0n9j

Massachusetts has made strides in expanding college access—but completion rates still lag. Learn how the #SUCCESS program addresses this challenge & more. Don’t miss our briefing alongside the Hildreth Institute, @jocomerford.bsky.social, and Rep. Dave Rogers.

Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities in their ongoing efforts to dismantle inequities and celebrate the brilliance of Native students, families, and educators. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #MAEduEquity #EdTrustMA

“People seem really different in a good way at the end,” said Leslie Trundy, a Maine high school counselor and avid hiker. Check it out: http://edtru.st/438a7cp source: @washingtonpost.com

Did you know that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could make high-cost, low-value college programs the norm? @edtrust.bsky.social's new policy brief explores how to strengthen accountability, so college education leads to opportunity, not more debt. Read it here: bit.ly/3WjRzlX

Today, on #MentalHealthAwarenessDay, we affirm that supporting students’ well-being is inseparable from advancing educational equity. 💡Together, let’s commit to ensuring that mental health equity is a priority in every classroom and community. #EdTrustMA

@wbur.org reports on our recent poll of 20-somethings, for MassPotential, that found support for a statewide graduation standard to replace the MCAS www.wbur.org/news/2025/10...

“We’re simply not where we need to be as a state, & everyone needs to be doing better,” said our state director Jennie Williamson, responding to the latest #MCAS results with @boston25news.com . Full interview: bit.ly/43akso8

Books are more than stories — they’re windows into other worlds and mirrors of who we are. Every child deserves to see themselves reflected in the pages they read & to explore perspectives beyond their own. It’s time to stand up for inclusive, diverse stories. #EdTrustMA #bannedbooksweek

Math is a gateway to high school success and future opportunities — but this year’s 8th-grade MCAS results show too many students are being left behind. Every student can succeed in math. We must build the pathways that enable them to get there. #EdTrustMA #EduEquityMA #MCAS

The latest #MCAS results paint a troubling picture. We need bold, statewide action to ensure every child in Massachusetts has the opportunity to thrive. Read our full statement on the recent MCAS results here: bit.ly/EdTrustMAMCAS #EdTrustMA #EquityinEducation

Stay in the loop with the EdTrust in #MA team! Sign up for our "Friends of Educational Equity" mailing list to get the latest education updates delivered right to your inbox. Don't miss out; join here: bit.ly/EdTrustMANew... or at the link in our bio!

#WhatWeAreReading 📚 Governor Healey and Attorney General Campbell make it clear: diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts are legal and essential! Read the full guidance here: mass.gov/doc/joint-gu... #EdTrustMA

Huge praise to all the advocates, educators, families & partners who showed up for the #RightToReadMA bill - and MassPotential for leading the charge! Together, we’re pushing for evidence-based literacy so every MA child has the right to read. #MassReads #MAEdu

Stay in the loop with the EdTrust in #MA team! Sign up for our "Friends of Educational Equity" mailing list to get the latest education updates delivered right to your inbox. Don't miss out; join here: rb.gy/uy0n9j

MA may lead the nation in education, but only for some. 📊NAEP results: 60% of MA 4th graders can’t read proficiently. For low-income students, it’s 80%. The Right to Read Bill will ensure opportunity for all, not excellence for some. #RightToReadMA #MassReads #EdTrustMA

We know that Meet #MEEP Monday is making Monday your new favorite day of the week 😁! To learn more about MEEP, visit: linktr.ee/EdTrustMass. The new #MEEP partner in our series is The Multistate Association for Bilingual Education, Northeast!

Did you know only 16% of teacher preparation programs in Massachusetts adequately prepare teachers for effective reading instruction? #MassReads #RightToReadMA #ReadingMatters #ReimagineEducation #MAEdu

📚 Join the Mass Reads Coalition for the Right to Read bill hearing at the Massachusetts Statehouse next Tuesday, September 16th, at 11:00 am. This is a crucial bill that will help ensure ALL students in Massachusetts receive the foundational right to read. #MassReads #RightToReadMA #ReadingMatters

📚 MA’s literacy crisis is well-known—but a numeracy crisis is also taking hold. Too many students are falling behind in math, with consequences far beyond the classroom. Read our OpEd in @cwbeacon.bsky.social: commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/read... #NumeracyMatters

Happy #InternationalLiteracyDay! Prioritizing literacy means prioritizing our students. Let's make a promise this International Literacy Day to treat literacy with the urgency that it deserves. #MassReads #RightToReadMA #ReadingMatters #MAEdu

Did you know only 40% of fourth graders in Massachusetts are proficient in reading? #MassReads #RightToReadMA #ReadingMatters #ReimagineEducation #MAEdu

It's #backtoschool time here in Massachusetts! We wish all students, teachers, and staff an amazing first day and an even better school year. Happy #backtoschool! #ReimagineEducation #DiversityMattersMA #EmpowerEveryLearner #MAEdu

AI is changing every corner of our society - including education. We were honored to be interviewed by @BostonMagazine on the pressing topic of AI in education. Read more: www.bostonmagazine.com/news/ai-impa....

Did you know Massachusetts is among the states experiencing the most significant widening of achievement gaps in 8th-grade math? #EdTrustMA #MaEdu #ReimagineEducation #DiversityMattersMA #EmpowerEveryLearner #MAFamilyVoice

Did you know math scores are more predictive of lifetime earnings than literacy and health outcomes? Read about the growing numeracy crisis affecting MA students in our recent data brief: bit.ly/47aBh5l. #MathMatters #ReimagineEducation #DiversityMattersMA #EmpowerEveryLearner #MAFamilyVoice

Math struggles extend beyond numbers - they’re also about belonging. In our new blog post, Chanthy Lopes Toro and Emily Marhan share why so many students, especially students of color, feel they “aren’t math people” and how we can change that. Read more: edtrust.org/blog/our-stu....

Did you know? Access to Algebra by 8th Grade is a critical milestone linked to long-term academic success, greater math confidence, and college readiness. But in Massachusetts, access to Algebra by 8th Grade isn't equal. #FastFactsFriday #EdTrustMA #ReimagineEducation #MAFamilyVoice

Collaborative for Student Success’s Josh Parrish writes for @edtrust.bsky.social on the economic risks to students and the country if we fail to provide equitable opportunities in math. Read more here: edtrust.org/blog/from-th...

Happy #InternationalYouthDay! We are guided in our work by the belief that our youth are our future. Their voices, experiences, and leadership are essential to the future of Massachusetts, the nation, and the world. Today, let's uplift our youth and embolden their spirit.

Breaking News: The Protect Education Equity Bill is now law in MA—a huge win for immigrant students & students with disabilities 🙌. Thank you to our partners @MassAdv4Children for leading this fight and ensuring MA is standing strong to protect the civil rights of all students!

🚨 We’re now on Instagram and LinkedIn! 🚨 @ EdTrustMa (www.instagram.com/edtrustma/) will post exclusive IG content that you don’t want to miss. 🔗 And don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn here: www.linkedin.com/company/edtr...

5 years after COVID upended classrooms, its impact still burdens our education system. Our new statewide poll reveals that parents—especially in underserved communities—continue to be concerned about student achievement, safety, & resources. Findings: bit.ly/4jlqbwI

Join @edtrust.bsky.social for a powerful new digital experience titled "The Black Principal Project", exploring the legacy, leadership, and impact of Black principals in America's public schools. We invite you to take this educational journey with us. #educationnews #blackeducators

5 years after COVID disrupted classrooms, its impacts still burden the state’s education system. Our new poll conducted by @massincpolling.bsky.social shows that parents—especially in underserved communities—remain concerned about student achievement, safety, & more. Findings: bit.ly/4jlqbwI

EdTrust just released 5 key briefs on fair funding that address funding inequities in school systems. We need fair funding policies that prioritize underserved communities. Read EdTrust’s 5 key briefs with recommendations here: bit.ly/3SPaoeE

Roxanne Garza, EdTrust's Director of Higher Ed Policy was featured in this NRP article breaking down just how Republicans want to overhaul student loan repayment. Read the full article: edtru.st/4maC4IF

Fear, Cuts, and Consequences: What Trump’s First 100 Days Mean for Massachusetts and Other States. Read more in our newest blog post: bit.ly/3RTn18o.

Students across #MA are falling behind in math— especially underserved students. Our brief breaks down what education leaders & policymakers can do: bit.ly/4jIqx0Y. Learn more in this interview with @wbznewsradio.bsky.social & policy analyst Genesis Carela: bit.ly/42RIbbS.

Nearly 2 out of 3 students in #MA fall below grade-level expectations in math—and the numbers are far worse for Black and Latino students. We must act now. Explore our new brief to learn what education leaders, advocates, and policymakers can do: bit.ly/4jIqx0Y.

New on the Blog: Harvard is resisting the Trump administration’s expanding war on higher education. More colleges and universities need to follow suit. Read the blog: edtru.st/42giKle

The ability to read proficiently by 3rd grade is crucial for academic success. Yet, over half of #MA students aren't meeting ELA benchmarks. Explore @masseduequity.bsky.social's #LiteracyIsLiberation campaign to learn more about your school district & to take action: bit.ly/41wEGa6

During the pandemic, HEERF provided crucial support, but as funds end, students from low-income backgrounds are at risk. @edtrust.bsky.social's latest briefs explore the impact of emergency aid & recommendations for improving future emergency aid. edtru.st/42vCH7y

On April 9 at 11 AM in Room 222, encourage your legislator to attend an MA State House briefing for early literacy "Right to Read" bill S.338/H.698. Award-winning educator Kareem J. Weaver from The Right to Read Film will present! massreads.org#literacy #mapoli #RighttoRead

Tomorrow! @realjennofdc.bsky.social & @rebecalynda.bsky.social bring on federal government relations expert Blair Wriston from @edtrust.bsky.social to help teachers make sense of the rapid changes happening at the federal level! Don't miss it - Enjoy this sneak peak! all4ed.org/podcast/can-...

President Trump signed an EO to dismantle the Dept. of Ed. What does this mean for the millions of children who rely on its funding & protections? TODAY, join key leaders as they discuss the implications of this decision & what comes next. Register at bit.ly/3Vpb3VR.