One district planted prairie grass instead of mowing to save money on fuel; removed televisions to save on electricity and launched a student-run business to generate new income.

When trust is strong, the governing system carries more work; when it weakens, the funnel narrows, the work accumulates and everything behind it begins to slow.

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 28, 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.