ETS Launches EvidenceWorks to Accelerate State-Led Education Reforms
Event summary
- ETS launched EvidenceWorks on August 14, 2026 to help states implement evidence-based education strategies.
- The initiative will provide policy frameworks, implementation playbooks, and cross-state learning networks.
- EvidenceWorks focuses on literacy, math outcomes, workforce readiness, and educator support.
- ETS aims to ready 100M+ people for next-generation jobs by 2035 through this and other initiatives.
The big picture
ETS's EvidenceWorks launch comes amid persistent declines in student achievement and workforce readiness challenges. The initiative positions ETS as a key partner for state leaders seeking to translate education research into actionable policies, addressing gaps where federal initiatives have struggled to make progress. This move reflects broader trends toward decentralized education governance and evidence-based decision-making.
What we're watching
- State Adoption Rates
- How quickly states will engage with EvidenceWorks and implement its frameworks.
- Impact Measurement
- Whether the initiative can demonstrate measurable improvements in education outcomes.
- Scalability Challenges
- The pace at which successful pilots can be scaled across different states with varying needs.