2026 Education Scholars Training Program

Meet the 16 scholars selected for the Education Scholars Training Program in 2026. Their research addresses key education issues across the United States, including teacher retention, bilingual education, AI in education, and more. Throughout the cohort year they will participate in expert-led trainings, build relationships with policy actors, and learn how to translate their research into actionable strategies to inform education policy. Learn how ESTP supports scholars in bridging research and policy, and explore past cohorts here.

To learn more about the program or to get involved, please contact SSN Senior Policy Associate Maxcy Grasso at [email protected] or Director of Policy Andrew Pope at [email protected].