Publications & Reports
Through research and by exploring practices and policies that work and identifying those that don’t, we aim to provide the information and tools necessary to improve and maximize the educational experience for all students, TK through college. Our publications are diverse and intended for advocates, policymakers, educators, and even parents.
TK
Equitable access to early education is critical to improving long-term educational outcomes for students, especially those from under-resourced communities. At EdTrust-West, we work to uncover the layers of inequities in transitional kindergarten, from inequitable access to high-quality programs, to wage disparities for educators, and disproportionate discipline for young Black children. We are committed to ensuring equitable access to high-quality early learning opportunities, with focus on improving access to transitional kindergarten programs.
K-12 Education
At EdTrust-West, our work centers on identifying disparities within the K-12 education system, developing research-based policy and practice proposals to address these disparities, and advocating for evidence-based and innovative approaches and solutions. We’re committed to promoting equitable funding, improving educational standards and cultural relevance, strengthening supports for multilingual learners, and ensuring more students from marginalized communities are graduating from high school ready to enter the workforce or pursue higher education.
Higher Education
Higher education has never been more critical to economic opportunity and mobility, and our state’s colleges and universities at all levels can do much more to retain and graduate students from marginalized backgrounds. EdTrust-West is dedicated to eradicating barriers faced by students of color in higher education – ensuring equitable access to financial aid, expanding dual enrollment opportunities for Black, Latinx, and Native students, and addressing the racial inequities in remedial education.
English learners
English learners (also known as multilingual learners or emergent bilinguals) make up nearly one in five students in California public schools. Providing multilingual learners with the supports they need to develop English language skills and academic proficiency — while celebrating the cultural and linguistic assets they bring to school — is critical for ensuring equitable access and success. We’re working to develop research-based recommendations and tools that education systems can implement to support these learners — from early education through the college pipeline — and help cultivate their future success.
COVID-19: Education Equity Resources & Responses
For the latest information on the response to the Coronavirus in the state of California, please visit the California Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response page. The current crisis caused
California Community Colleges Local Vision Goals
In 2019, each of California’s 114 community colleges were required to establish and submit “Local Vision Goals” (or “Local Goals”) as part of the Student Centered
Think Equitably, Act Locally: Ensuring Equity and Collective Advocacy in California Community Colleges
Over a million students of color attend California’s community colleges, gaining technical skills and education that prepares them for transfer and a variety of different trades
Kit de herramientas digital: Implementando el modelo educativo para aprendices de inglés y afirmando los derechos de los aprendices de inglés
Twitter In California schools, one in five students is learning English in addition to their home language. Everyone in our schools has a responsibility to ensure
Digital Toolkit: Implementing the English Learner Roadmap and Affirming the Rights of English Learners
In California’s schools, one in five public school students is learning English on top of the language(s) they speak at home. Everyone involved in our schools
Advocacy Tools: Implementing the English Learner Roadmap and Affirming the Rights of English Learners
California’s diverse population speaks dozens of different languages. That diversity contributes to the best parts of our state – a vibrant culture, innovative spirit, and strong
Data For The People: What’s Next: Designing a Cradle-to-Career Data System for an Equitable California
Data can be a powerful tool for illuminating inequities and capitalizing on opportunities for students along their educational journeys. Governor Newsom and state legislators have
Hidden Figures: A Framework to Increase Access to Financial Aid
One of the largest barriers to attaining a degree is college affordability – but it doesn’t have to be. California educates approximately 1 out of every
Seen, Heard, Reflected: A Look At California’s Teacher of Color Shortage
California has one of the most diverse, vibrant populations in the country, and our schools are no different. Three out of four California students, from transitional
Student Achievement Analysis: Results of the 2018-19 Smarter Balanced Assessments
Recently, the California Department of Education released the results of our state’s college- and career-readiness aligned assessments, the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP).
Data For The People Equity Alert: What’s Next for California’s Cradle to Career Data System
California is celebrating an important win, as Governor Newsom and state legislators included millions of dollars in establishing a new Cradle to Career data system in
Equitable Approaches for Expanding College and Career Readiness
California is home to millions of students of color and low-income students, but our school systems are not adequately preparing underrepresented students of color, low-income students,
Digital Toolkit – Seen, Heard, Reflected: Look At California’s Teacher of Color Shortage
New research from The EdTrust-West highlights the growing racial and ethnic disparities between educators and students in our public school system, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing
Data For The People: Prioritizing Equity in California’s State Longitudinal Data System
California is in desperate need of a state longitudinal data system for education – one with equity built into its design, development, and implementation. Read more
A Review of California’s Final ESSA Plan
Under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), every state must develop a plan to provide a quality education to all students, hold schools accountable for how
EdTrust-West’s 2018 Annual Report
The EdTrust-West is proud to present our 2018 Annual Report. This year we are thrilled to highlight several policy wins, community convenings with advocates, and statewide
Webinar: Money Matters: Understanding and Advocating for Educational Equity and Justice in CA’s 2019-2020 State Budget
Newly-elected Governor Gavin Newsom recently released his January 2019-2020 State Budget proposal, one of the first important reflections of his education policy priorities. As the budget
Paving the Path to College Aid: Expanding Access to the Cal Grant Program
While California has steadily improved its Cal Grant application rates, it can do even better. Paving the Path to College Aid: Expanding Access to the Cal
Equity Alert: Improving Cal Grant Equity
Each year, over 300,000 eligible students are turned away from Cal Grant awards. EdTrust-West’s latest Equity Alert, Improving Cal Grant Equity, highlights three barriers to equity
Student Achievement Analysis: Results of the 2017-18 Smarter Balanced Assessments
Recently, the California Department of Education released the results of our state’s college and career readiness aligned assessments, the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress