Right Now, A First-year Student Sits In A College Classroom Being Ill-served By Developmental Math.
Engage
We work to engage the postsecondary systems and metropolitan regions already in place, as a network of like-minded individuals. This is a commitment to actionable, evidence-based policies and practices. We can shift the outcome of college journeys to support all students – not just the select few.
Deepen
We continue to deepen our commitment to knowledge-sharing. When policies and practices work in action, we share our research and learnings. With our collective knowledge, we can remove barriers to success for low-income students, students of color and returning adults.
Grow
As our network grows, so do opportunities for innovation and support. Together organizations, faculty and staff can collaborate to implement new policies and practices at scale.
Join the movement to create fundamental and lasting policy change together.
Thank You For the Generous Support from Our Philanthropic Partners
Strong Start to Finish operates thanks to the generous support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Ascendium Education Group and The Kresge Foundation. Additional funds are welcomed from future national, regional and local investors.
You Can Be Part of Creating a Fundamental Shift for These Students.
Join a funding collaborative that impacts the entire postsecondary system. Your investment goes to support fundamental and lasting policy change. Translate your learnings into action – get involved:
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National Forum on Education Policy
Education Commission of the States’ annual National Forum on Education Policy is the leading education policy event of the year. By bringing education leaders together from across the aisle and across the states, this gathering provides opportunities to interact, learn and collaborate.
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SSTF Monthly Digest for June
This month’s update from Strong Start to Finish focused on Engaging institutions, Deepening our knowledge, and Growing a network.
