Only 1 in 4 adults now says a four-year degree is extremely or very important to get a good job, according to Pew Research Center. Nearly two-thirds of 14- to 18-year-olds say their ideal education would involve learning skills on the job—as in apprenticeships—according to a survey by the ECMC Group.

A new report from the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education shows that public colleges and universities in Oklahoma increased bachelor’s degrees in teacher preparation programs by 6.1% in the 2023-2024 academic year, reversing years of decline.

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.