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Bridging Education Policy & Community

At EdTrust-Tennessee, we work to improve equity in education from preschool through college. Partnering with communities, we provide in-depth analysis, equity-focused research, and expert guidance to shape policies and practices that expand opportunity, access, and success for all learners. Together, we are driving change and creating the conditions where every student thrives.

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The Latest from EdTrust-Tennessee

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How Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ may strip resources for low-income students and those with disabilities
August 20, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
The Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill" will bring changes for Tennessee students from kindergarten to college. Education advocates say...
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Investing in Education is Investing in the Future: Tennessee’s School Funding Transformation
August 8, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
The 2022 overhaul of Tennessee’s funding system not only marked a major step for the state, but also sparked regional...
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2025 TCAP Scores Show Promising Trajectory With Room for Growth
July 9, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
The improvement in TCAP proficiency scores demonstrates a positive trajectory, but we need sustained and increased investment to ensure all...
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Withheld Federal Funds Are Harming TN Students
July 8, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
Last week, billions in critical federal education funds — already approved by Congress for Fiscal Year 2025 — were withheld...
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EdTrust-Tennessee Responds to TN Attorney General’s Support of Lawsuit Targeting Hispanic-Serving Institutions
June 13, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
This latest legal effort targets federal funding for Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), which play a critical role in expanding access...
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Tennessee Vouchers: Important Things Students and Families Need To Know Before Applying for a TN Education Freedom Scholarship (EFS
May 14, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
Before signing up, students and families deserve to know the real cost of vouchers and what’s at stake. Once public...