02/04/2026

Evaluating Math Materials for Equity and Access: Findings from the High-Quality Instructional Materials Learning Partners Coalition

This analysis of K–8 mathematics instructional materials highlights promising developments in supporting multilingual learners as well as key areas where publishers and districts must strengthen language development, cultural relevance, and teacher guidance. The findings offer actionable insights for LEAs preparing for California’s 2025 math adoption and point to free tools that can support more equitable decision‑making.
12/15/2025

The Rainbow Road: Strengthening Dual Enrollment Pathways for Queer and Trans Students’ Postsecondary Success

EdTrust-West is committed to uplifting original research on the intersectional experiences of students across race, income, gender, and language, to advance policies and practices that dismantle […]
12/05/2025

Implementing Data-Driven Policy Solutions for California’s Early Learning and Care System Transformation

California is at a pivotal moment in transforming its early learning and care system. The state has laid the groundwork for an Early Childhood Integrated Data System (ECIDS) to ensure every child from birth to age five has equitable access to high-quality programs
11/10/2025

Empowering Futures: Improving College Access for Multilingual Learners

EdTrust-West’s latest policy brief, Empowering Futures: Improving College Access for Multilingual Learners, which outlines five key recommendations to close equity gaps and expand higher education opportunities for California’s multilingual learners.