Recap: Persisting through the Pandemic and Beyond
Trends in the College Enrollment, Persistence, and Completion Experiences of Boston Public Schools Graduates
June 16, 2026
On June 16, TBF hosted the release of a new report by the Boston Private Industry Council providing critical updates of college enrollment, persistence, and completion trends for recent Boston Public Schools graduating classes, including during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The research briefing included a presentation of key findings, followed by commentary that situated them in a broader context and highlighted strategies found effective in raising student success in postsecondary education.
Full recap coming soon.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Antoniya Marinova, Associate Vice President, Programs, The Boston Foundation
Presentation of Research Findings
Erik Barajas, Research Data Analyst, Boston Private Industry Council
Joseph McLaughlin, Director of Research and Strategy, Boston Private Industry Council
Discussant Remarks
Alyssa Ratledge, Senior Research Associate, MDRC
Closing Remarks
Marsha Inniss-Mitchell, Executive Director of Postsecondary Initiatives, Boston Public Schools