By Brennan LaBrie There’s a troubling and persistent gap in high schools nationwide — between student ambition and access to academic opportunities. Many students aspire to earn a college degree, yet aren’t in the classes that put them on …
Underserved students interested in STEM are often overlooked
This article originally appeared in Fast Company on July 17, 2025 By AJ Gutierrez, Chief Executive Officer The STEM talent shortage in the U.S. isn’t caused by lack of student interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. It is caused …
Unlocking Student Potential: How Data, Belonging – and AI – Are Transforming Advanced Coursework Access
This article originally appeared in Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. By Paul DeAngelis, Regional Director of Partnership Development Data, Belonging, and the Future of Educational Equity In Michigan and across the nation, schools are grappling with a persistent challenge: …
From Student to Trusted Adult – In Just Four Years
By Brennan LaBrie Maleak Whitaker graduated from West Charlotte High School in 2020 with a dream of becoming a high school biology teacher. Just four years later, he realized that dream – in the same district that formed him. After …
Equal Opportunity Schools Appoints Antonio “AJ” Gutierrez as Chief Executive Officer
Seattle, WA — Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS), a national nonprofit committed to ensuring all students have access to rigorous coursework and postsecondary opportunities, announces today the appointment of Antonio “AJ” Gutierrez as its new Chief Executive Officer. With over a …
Expand Success in Advanced Courses by Setting High Expectations for All
By Brennan LaBrie The Main Idea: Teachers and school staff often create barriers to postsecondary opportunities by selectively recommending students for, and limiting access to, advanced courses. This practice disproportionally affects students from historically underserved communities, who are blocked from …
Trusted Adult Spotlight: Aaron Cruz
By Brennan LaBrie One of the most powerful insights EOS gathers in our student surveys is the identification of each student’s Trusted Adults. These are the school staff to whom students feel comfortable going for support, guidance and encouragement. …
Boost AP and IB Success with this Simple Strategy: Start Early
By Brennan LaBrie School leaders are always looking for ways to boost success in their advanced courses – especially for first-time takers. One major blocker for these students, especially those from historically underserved backgrounds, is trepidation about the rigor of …
Top Five Top Benefits of Dual Enrollment
By Brennan LaBrie More and more high school students are enrolling in college classes. Dual enrollment, also called Dual credit, is the fastest-growing post-secondary pathway in the country, as new research demonstrates its profound impact on student’s college and career readiness. …