Career-Connected Learning
A 2020 study found that Early College High Schools, despite higher costs, lead to more college degrees for low-income students, offering a 15:1 return on investment.
Finds that students attending Early College High Schools are more likely to enroll in college and complete degrees, with significant benefits for underrepresented groups
America Achieves outlines how integrating cross-sector competencies into education can better equip students for success in a rapidly changing economy.
More than half of educators say preparing students for future careers is a priority, but many schools still face resource and model shortages.
Evidence indicates that school-community collaborations and experiential career learning markedly improve students’ readiness for their next steps after graduation.
Findings from the American Educator Panels highlight inequities in access to college and career readiness supports across U.S. high schools.
Reviews research showing how SEL skills like empathy, teamwork, and problem-solving strengthen career readiness and long-term success
A study of Clemson University post-secondary students reveals career skills, interdisciplinary topics, and learning skills as top career-readiness gaps.
A brief by ACTE outlines promising strategies, like career integration in core subjects, for developing early career identity in elementary grades.
Discusses the importance of coordinated planning and community partnerships in preparing students with disabilities for postsecondary education, employment, and independent living