As Michiganders, it’s important to consider how to build the schools and school systems that serve all students’ needs. That includes considering where are the challenges and opportunities — and who here in Michigan and around the country is moving the needle for educational equity. We must also consider what we can do — as advocates community leaders, parents, policymakers and practitioners – to drive change for all Michigan students, particularly the most underserved.
Our blog, The Equity Edition, regularly features expert content, commentary and original analyses demonstrating what’s possible for Michigan’s schools and districts. We also regularly showcase research from across the nation to shine a spotlight on leading education states and where real progress is being made to improve student achievement and access to opportunity for all students. And we include resources for advocates to demonstrate ways we can work together to ensure every Michigan student has the opportunity to achieve at high levels.
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Call to protect vulnerable students from budget cuts
Read moreAs the U.S. rightfully confronts longstanding inequality and racial injustice, Michiganders have a historic opportunity to address decades-long underinvestment…
Ed Trust issues a blueprint to address long-standing opportunity and achievement gaps
Read moreToday the Education Trust-Midwest – an organization focused on pragmatic solutions that move our state forward – issued that call to action in its 2020 State o…
Ed Trust issues a blueprint to address long-standing opportunity and achievement gaps
Read moreToday the Education Trust-Midwest – an organization focused on pragmatic solutions that move our state forward – issued that call to action in its 2020 State o…
Budget decisions must prioritize equity amid pandemic shortfalls
Read moreAs state leaders weigh potentially devastating budget shortfalls due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic shutdown, equitable funding for education …
Exploring Michigan’s Digital Divide
Read moreThe COVID-19 pandemic and related school closures highlighted Michigan’s longstanding digital divide. In communities across the state, access to devices and re…
United in the fight for equity and justice
Read moreWe join the nation in grieving the death of George Floyd, yet another reminder that the lives of Black people in this country are undervalued. Peaceful protest…
Settlement in Literacy Lawsuit and Hearing from Parents on Public Education
Read moreThe Whitmer administration has reached a settlement agreement with former Detroit Public School students in the "Right to Read" lawsuit.The decision avoids a c…
America Honors the HS Class of 2020 and Parent Views on Distance Learning
Read moreThe Education Trust-Midwest is surveying Michigan parents to better understand what is working, what is not working, and what parents and students need when it…
Parent views on distance learning, #ThankATeacher and a bright future for frontliners.
Read moreThe Education Trust-Midwest is surveying Michigan parents to better understand what is working, what is not working, and what parents and students need when it…
Right to Read and Ed Equity during Pandemic
Read moreAs school leaders finalize continued learning plans, the Education Trust-Midwest has published key recommendations for how to promote instructional equity and …
Equitable access during COVID-19 and extraordinary districts in extraordinary times
Read moreAs an education equity organization, the Education Trust-Midwest recognizes that Michigan's most vulnerable students are at particular risk when schools are cl…
Quality distance learning essential for students and increased food security for students
Read moreThe following excerpt is from a guest column by Amber Arellano, executive director of the Education Trust-Midwest, and Alice G. Thompson, chief executive offic…
Supporting needs of all students during crisis, news and more from Ed Trust-Midwest
Read moreLast week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the difficult and consequential decision to close schools for the remainder of the school year amid the COVID-1…
Response to Mich. school closure announcement and resources for at-home learning
Read moreFollowing Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's announcement of school closures today, the Education Trust-Midwest responded with suggestions for a comprehensiv…
Meeting student needs through COVID-19 and business leaders call for funding equity
Read moreAs Michigan takes steps to protect the health and well-being of students and the general public, we must also address both unique and preexisting inequities fa…
School closure & vulnerable students – Update from The Education Trust-Midwest
Read moreDear friends and partners,What an unprecedented last week this has been - a time of rapid change for all of us. For those of us lucky enough to work from home,…
Teacher leadership pathways & investments critical to addressing Michigan’s teacher shortage and the fair funding pledge.
Read moreThe following is an excerpt from a guest column by Randy Speck, that ran in The Detroit News on March 3. Click here for the full article.For too long, educator…
From special ed. to charter school students, meeting the needs of every Michigan student
Read moreThe following excerpt is from an guest opinion column by Dave Meador, vice chairman and chief administrative officer or DTE Energy Co. and chairman of the boar…
Improving Reading Education and Financial Aid Awareness
Read moreJoin The Education Trust-Midwest and partner organizations on Thursday, Feburary 27 at 7:00 p.m. EST for a twitter chat on financial aid using #StudentsCantWai…
Fair funding for schools, financial aid for students and calling future colleagues.
Read moreNearly 400 messages have been sent by Michiganders to the Governor and legislative leaders, urging Michigan to prioritize fairness in opportunity and equity in…
