Advice for leaders

The researchers have identified nine solutions to closing STEM exposure gaps for female students. These ideas include:

Aptitude measures: A foundational tool that helps students discover their best fit for postsecondary education and career pathways.
Career academies: High school programs focused on specific career fields.
Collaborative planning: Working with family, educators and counselors to help students navigate their postsecondary goals.
Interdisciplinary education: Collaboration between schools and districts to create personalized pathways and integrated programs.
Career-connected learning: Helps students connect education to the real world.
Education-to-career planning tools: Helps counselors and teachers provide personalized plans for postsecondary education and training.
Industry-recognized certifications: Quantifying student knowledge and skills that connect the classroom to employers.
Work-based learning: Provides students with internships and apprenticeships with business and industry partners.
Community connections: Leveraging ties to address local workforce needs.

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