04/15/2026
Data for the People (D4TP): A Movement to Democratize Access to Data Advocating for stronger, more connected education and workforce data systems that better serve students-from […]
04/02/2026
California cannot close opportunity gaps without modern, interconnected data systems. The Data for the People Coalition’s 2026 Policy Agenda outlines seven statewide priorities to improve education and workforce data—from early learning through employment—so communities, advocates, and policymakers have the information they need to drive equity and accountability.
03/27/2026
Governor Newsom’s proposed 2026-27 state budget includes several key initiatives that will impact California’s education landscape. Here are five important things to know about the governor’s […]
03/26/2026
As the director of EdTrust-West’s work in the Greater Los Angeles region, I had the privilege of joining more than 120 parents, educators, students, and community […]
02/26/2026
EdTrust‑West stands with the families, educators, and community leaders fighting to protect these essential supports. Every child deserves a school system that works to close long‑standing gaps due to underinvestment, not one that is pushed to pretend those gaps do not exist.
02/04/2026
Understanding Access to Fully Prepared Teachers Through the Teaching Assignment Monitoring Outcomes (TAMO) Dashboard Jump to Data Tool Watch Video Guide Introduction Research shows that teachers […]
11/07/2025
“Release of 2025 CAASPP Results — Significant Equity Gaps Remain Despite Incremental Progress
09/29/2025
As federal leaders retreat from their responsibility to protect educational equity, California must lead. This Equity Alert outlines five urgent threats to students’ rights and opportunities—and the bold state and local actions needed to meet the moment.
09/10/2025
EdTrust-West Statement on the U.S. Department of Education’s Cancellation of Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Grant Programs Today, we denounce in the strongest terms the U.S. Department of […]