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College & Career Readiness

Community colleges are succeedingjust not in the way we’ve been measuring them

Michelle Centamore -
Nearly half of all community college students reach meaningful milestonesa far better picture than traditional graduation rates suggest, a new Federal Reserve metric finds.
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When Everything Looks Perfect & Isnt: Redefining Career Readiness in the AI Era

91心頭 Staff -
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 28, 2026at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, participants will rethink what career readiness means in the AI era when perfection is easily produced as we ask ourselves the question: If everything can be polished, optimized, and automated, what actually differentiates a student?
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AI-powered search is changing how students choose colleges

Michelle Centamore -
As AI search becomes more conversational and personalized, colleges must be seen as trusted sourcesnot just rank highly in search.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

New research dismantles the narrative that college isn’t worth the cost

Micah Ward -
A college degree or short-term credential can earn students 15% or more than high school graduates. Here's what leaders need to know.
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Fewer students of color are now enrolling in elite colleges

Matt Zalaznick -
The biggest drops have occurred at Ivy Plus schools, while Black and Hispanic first-year student enrollment soared at some state flagships.
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Why many students never consider an HBCU

Michelle Centamore -
Many students receive little information about HBCUs during early college planning, according to a new study from the United Negro College Fund. Limited classroom discussion and low awareness may shape which colleges they consider.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Why you’d want to replicate this district’s approach to CTE

Micah Ward -
Students have access to more than 60 courses, landing them collegiate internships most college students don't obtain until their senior year, officials say.
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How two new rules are reshaping career education

Dana Godek -
New gainful employment and financial value transparency rules pull back the curtain on college programs that promised life-changing opportunities
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Why microcredentials rival degrees in new workforce innovation

Alcino Donadel -
Districts aiming to expand student outcomes beyond a degree can now steer students toward high-demand, flexible microcredential opportunities offered at the community college level.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

“A District of Champions:” Balancing Career and College Readiness with Student Well-Being and Growth

Steven Blackburn -
Date & Time: Wednesday, December 3rd at 2 p.m. ET

Join NOLA Public Schools former superintendent and Duncanville ISD Superintendent for a 30-minute Ed Talk examining how visionary leadership advances college and career readiness by cultivating student motivation, academic rigor, and effective support structures.
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Introducing a CTE program students really want to join

Micah Ward -
The Ogden School District is setting students up for employment within months after graduation. Here's how.
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These trends are shaping college tuition and student aid

Micah Ward -
In 2025, more students are relying on federal aid. Researchers say it's a sign of progress in making college more affordable.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Why networking has become more valuable than a college degree

Micah Ward -
One-third of 2025 college graduates are unemployed and actively seeking work. Here's how college leaders can help.
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Why career-connected learning is about more than jobs

Micah Ward -
Middle schoolers who participate in career-connected learning are more likely to be engaged at school and feel hopeful.
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Expanding Access to the SAT: Practical Strategies to Strengthen College Readiness for All

91心頭 Staff -
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 21st at 1 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, district leaders from Fort Bend ISD and Plano ISD will share how offering the SAT during the school day can level the playing field and how universal access to the SAT and PSAT-related assessments increases participation, strengthens instructional practices, and expands pathways to scholarships and college opportunities.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Colleges must show they don’t consider race in admissions

Micah Ward -
Colleges and universities must provide admissions data to show they are prioritizing test scores and academic achievements.
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What Gen Z needs to know about non-college pathways

Matt Zalaznick -
Gen Z students feel well-informed about four-year degrees and post-high school workforce options but know less about other non-college pathways, a new survey finds.
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4 big reasons micro-credentials are off to a slow start

Micah Ward -
Interest in micro-credentials is high in K12 as leaders look for fresh ways to prepare students for post-graduation success.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Why high school graduates now need perspective on higher ed to enroll

Alcino Donadel -
The Class of 2024's decreasing interest in attending four-year colleges and universities may be stemming from a lack of career guidance, according to this survey.
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Why these CEOs want states to require computer science in high school

Micah Ward -
Did you know that taking one high school computer science class could boost students' future wages by 8%? That's why more than 200 CEOs are calling for new requirements.
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FETC puts new CTE advancements in the spotlight

Matt Zalaznick -
Texas' Forney ISD has crossed a new CTE frontier and its scopeand its 7,900-seat arenamay come as a big surprise.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Reasons high school graduation numbers will decline

Micah Ward -
By 2041, high school graduation numbers will decrease by 13%, exacerbating the pressures felt by colleges as they brace for an enrollment cliff.
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Career exploration: How Washington schools are setting the course

Sean Duke -
New initiative allows districts to bridge the gaps in access to career exploration that aligns with student aspirations and meet the state's workforce needs.
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TikTok teens are choosing colleges based on which campus offers the best video background

Taste of Country -
How did you pick a college: the academics, the cost, the campus? For todays high schoolers, a new metric has entered the chathow the college will look on TikTok.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Why early decision can be a college access equalizer

Patrick Rametti -
As concerns about minority enrollment at elite universities like Harvard and MIT grow following the Supreme Court's ban on affirmative action in college admissions, applying early decision to college can be a vehicle to sustain or potentially even increase minority enrollment.
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How to integrate English training to unlock workforce potential

Andy Shean and Katie Brown -
English learners are projected to make up at least 20% of the American workforce by 2025. And by 2027, a staggering 70% of jobs will require education beyond a high school diploma.
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Reimagining Advanced Learning to Increase Equity and College Readiness

91心頭 Staff -
Date & Time: Wednesday, December 11 at 3 p.m. ET

In this Ed Talk, San Jose USD's superintendent will discuss her districts strategies to expose a wider range of students to advanced coursework so they can develop the confidence and skills necessary to succeed in high school, college, and their career. Also, learn about the latest AP research and best practices from a former assistant superintendent and high school principal now at the non-profit College Board.

***Attendees will receive a series of resources to help support starting or expanding their AP Program and help all their students understand the value of taking AP.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

These 15 states have the highest dual enrollment numbers. Why is this important?

Alcino Donadel -
Texas had nearly twice the number of dual-enrolled students in fall 2015 compared to the second-most, New York, according to new research from the Community College Research Center. But how did their completion rates fare?
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ACT scores are still declining, new data shows

Micah Ward -
In the last five years, average composite ACT scores nationwide were the lowest among the 2024 graduating class at 19.4.
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Full Fleet Electrification: How Steelton-Highspires Success Paves the Way for K-12 Districts

91心頭 Staff -
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 19 at 2 p.m. ET

In this Ed Talk, Superintendent Dr. Mick Iskric will discuss his district's journey to embrace electric buses to reduce long-term costs. He will be joined by Kevin King, Head of Electrification at First Student, who will explain how a flexible, rapid-deployment charging infrastructure helped Steelton-Highspire make electrification feasible and cost-effective, providing a blueprint for other districts facing similar challenges.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Confidence in college: Has it collapsed? Better think again

Matt Zalaznick -
Americans have completely lost confidence in college. That's the common narrative in a seemingly never-ending scroll of media reports and surveys raising the alarms about falling enrollment and political controversies on campus.
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Here are 5 keys for student success beyond high school

Shelley Chesney -
Recent history shows us that a concerted nationwide effort can improve students outcomes, such as the gains made in high school graduation rates over the past 20 years.
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How politics are shaping high schoolers’ college choices

Micah Ward -
The political makeup of a college can determine your graduates' college choice. Here's how to guide them on their search.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Creating Learner Mobility Models for Students and Families in K-12 and Beyond

Steven Blackburn -
Date & Time: Thursday, October 24th at 2 pm ET

In this webinar, an assistant superintendent shares how Harnett County Schools creates and promotes lifelong learning for students in his district and after they graduate through family engagement, efficient administrative processes, higher ed and workforce collaborations, and information students can access after graduating.

***Attendees will be able to safely download resources about records, enrollment, and credential management tools from Scribbles Software and Parchment, an Instructure Company.
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The Safety Cycle: Ensuring the Safety of Students from A to B and Back Again

91心頭 Staff -
Date & Time: Monday, October 21 at 2 p.m. ET

In this webinar, gain a fresh perspective on how to ensure the safety of your students while they're in transit beyond the safety features that have been installed on their buses. Learn proactive approaches and immediate steps to react quickly and effectively when the unexpected happens.
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