The 5 best ways to celebrate CTE Month 2024
Innovative Teaching
Students should leave high school prepared for rigorous learning and a competitive workforce
Rethinking employability skills in K–12 education
Employability skills require intentional, consistent development across all content areas and all grade levels
Trends and challenges impacting CTE in 2024–and beyond
CTE helps students understand the relevance of what they’re learning in school and exposes them to career pathways
Voters skeptical of college, more supportive of CTE
Many respondents weren’t sure if their local districts offered CTE, but most would have a more favorable view of their school district if they knew about such programs
To foster young talent, employers need to share their social capital
Employers need to understand the goals of social capital-building, what will be expected of them, and how it can benefit both parties
Helping students navigate college majors
When trying to figure out the best major for a prospective student, focus on understanding their needs and motivations
Gen Z youth on nondegree paths feel workforce ready
American Student Assistance and Jobs for the Future release new survey that examines non-college bound youth's perspectives on education and career plans
As teens rethink college and career options, counselors are trying to adapt
The pandemic upended the college and career landscape for New York City teenagers, and counselors are trying to redefine their roles
Students need–and deserve–a globalized curriculum
A globalized curriculum will help better prepare students for work and entrepreneurship and bring education into the 21st century
More high school grads are rejecting 4-year pathways
In light of talent shortages and unemployment, a new survey emphasizes the critical importance of enhancing the education and engagement of the future workforce
Companies go to high schools for career training
Vocational schools of the past contributed to inequity, but modern career training gives students a window into their options
10 things schools need to do to build students’ networks
What will it take to ensure that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, are on a path to promising and fulfilling careers?
“Gen P” students remain unsure about college
A new report offers guidance for universities on communicating to students the value of a college education post-pandemic
Career and technical education needs a mental health revolution
Our school-based occupational therapy labs teach job skills that take the whole student into account
Labor market problems start with the K-12 system
By expanding access to CTE programs, we can equip students with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce and contribute to a thriving economy
How to build a P-TECH Academy on the go
A principal explains how her school is building its program even as it serves its first cohorts of students
A smarter way to think about college
There are metrics that matter when choosing a college--here's how to ignore the flashy advertising and drill down to what's important
10 ways to teach students for a changing world
Schools and educators must equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a new brain-centric environment
Fewer than half of underserved students believe post-high school education is necessary
Only a shocking 8 percent of surveyed students say they feel fully prepared to make the decision of what to do after high school
Is blockchain the key to college success?
Blockchain technology holds the promise to change much of what’s plaguing education today, some stakeholders say
AVID has huge benefits for high school students
The AVID college prep program leads to lower substance use, better health behaviors among high school students, UCLA-led research suggests
Most high school grads feel their skills aren’t up to par
Family, friends, and educators help students make decisions, develop confidence, and identify personal aptitudes as they leave high school
Arne Duncan: College completion–not simply access–critical to nation’s future
College completion remains one of higher education's biggest challenges--and one that must be solved
Why self-discovery increases college and career success
As students map out their futures, a path of supported self-discovery can help increase the odds that they find postsecondary success
It’s beyond time to showcase all postsecondary education paths
Increased exposure to multiple postsecondary education options will be a key component as the education industry moves beyond the pandemic
No, it’s not “the end of going to college”
Undergraduate enrollment is down, but motivated students are finding a way to advance their education with rigorous courses and exams
3 ways students can be ready for college and a career
Ensuring college and career readiness can be daunting, but these tips can help students prepare for success after high school
How to prepare students for the jobs of the future
Educating today's students for tomorrow's nonexistent jobs can be a challenge--one educators should be prepared to meet
16 college and career readiness resources
College and career readiness is of critical importance for all students--here's how to guide them down the right path
From classroom to boardroom: Building diverse workforce tech talent starts with STEM
Encouraging more girls to pursue STEM learning and work in STEM fields should start in the early grades
Getting students back on track to higher education
Higher education lost about 400,000 students this fall--who are they, and what can educators, families, and students themselves do to help them towards their goal of college and a career?
3 ways to prepare students for college and a career
Ensuring college and career readiness can be daunting, but these tips can help students prepare for success after high school
Bridging the educational divide with tech skilling
Digital competencies will be essential for students' future success as workers--here's why tech skilling is critical
Parents are critical to college and career readiness
Education leaders and key stakeholders should work to ensure parents have the resources they need to guide their children through college and career readiness preparations
How can high schools better prepare students for college and career success?
There are three key actions high schools can take to inspire students and ensure they're prepared for life beyond graduation
Inspiring students for college and career—and beyond
Educators can deepen students’ college and career interests with dedicated discovery exercises
Closing the college and career readiness gap
Education leaders should look to local partnerships to help students prepare for the demands of higher education and the workforce
Teachers: Empower your students and help them prepare for the future
This Top Trends round-up features some of the most-read resources for teachers
4 keys to supporting college and career readiness
Here's how a K-8 district establishes a strong foundation for postsecondary success
6 steps to college and career readiness
