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College & Career Readiness

More high school grads are going to college—and staying

Micah Ward -
College persistence among graduates of high-poverty high schools showed the biggest gains, though they still lag more affluent students.
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How this district’s CTE program outmatched a college degree

Micah Ward -
Enrollment in the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus has more than tripled in the last seven years, says Principal Steve Day.
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Pipeline needed: Every metro area now faces a workforce shortage

Alcino Donadel -
Just 15% of workers without a bachelor's degree are earning premium salaries, according to new research from Georgetown University.
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K-12 has a new credibility problem: Future readiness

Micah Ward -
Americans' confidence in K-12 education has fallen to its lowest point in nearly 30 years. But the bigger challenge for superintendents is redefining student success.
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Class of 2027: Are Students Truly Ready for What Comes Next?

DA Staff -
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 at 2 p.m.

This session analyzes current readiness trends, examines how SAT/ACT benchmarks and AP pathways work together to build academic confidence, and shares actionable frameworks for personalized advising that help students navigate toward institutions where they are truly ready to succeed. 
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SAT Prep Resources Districts Can Use Right Now

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Date & Time: Thursday, October 01, 2026 at 2 p.m.

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, hear about the free, high-quality SAT practice resources available to students, how to use them effectively, and the real impact these tools have. District leaders will leave with practical ideas for connecting more students, especially those who might otherwise go without support, to free SAT preparation that can help level the playing field.
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AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more — built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

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From Efficiency to Equity: Reimagining the Student Journey with Technology that Empowers Counselors and Expands Opportunity​

DA Staff -
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 2 p.m.

Join us to discover how technology can simultaneously improve efficiency, deepen student engagement, and advance equity, transforming the student journey into one that is more intentional, inclusive, and outcomes-driven.
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Wired for What’s Next: Enhancing CTE Pathways and Expanding Student Opportunity with the Newest AP Course

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Date & Time: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 2 p.m.

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, experts will discuss new opportunities to improve career readiness, including AP Networking, the newest AP Career Kickstart course, which brings career pathways in networking and IT to a broader range of students, while preparing them for a field projected to grow four times faster than the national average, with salaries reaching $130K.
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Case for college remains strong among high school seniors

Micah Ward -
Higher ed remains the dominant postsecondary pathway, despite heightened concerns about debt and career uncertainty.
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Why this county’s apprenticeship might earn a rare double endorsement

Micah Ward -
LA county's three-year network engineering program pays students wages during on-the-job training while they also receive classroom instruction.
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Modernizing AP Classrooms for the Next Generation of Graduation Pathways

DA Staff -
Date & Time: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET

Join District Administration, Kaplan, and a panel of leading AP authors and master educators for a focused, 30-minute executive briefing to help inform modernization opportunities without compounding teacher burnout.
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What happens when students graduate without career counseling

Micah Ward -
Most counselors say mental health demands consume the majority of their time, pushing career exploration aside entirely.
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Colleges, K12 are pioneering new models to address workforce needs

Alcino Donadel -
The line between high school, college and the workplace is blurring as educators respond to growing pressure to deliver job-ready graduates.
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Students are using AI to plan their futures. Are districts ready?

Micah Ward -
Most educators identify middle school as the ideal starting point for career and college preparation, yet instruction still clusters in the final two years of high school.
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Community colleges are succeeding—just not in the way we’ve been measuring them

Michelle Centamore -
Nearly half of all community college students reach meaningful milestones—a far better picture than traditional graduation rates suggest, a new Federal Reserve metric finds.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

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When Everything Looks Perfect & Isn’t: Redefining Career Readiness in the AI Era

DA Staff -
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 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 sources—not just rank highly in search.
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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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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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“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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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

DA 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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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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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

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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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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 scope—and its 7,900-seat arena—may come as a big surprise.
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