Remaking Transcripts to Better Reflect Students’ Competencies
State boards wanting to capture student mastery in new ways have many considerations to take into account.
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Getting Postsecondary Outcomes Data to K-12 Leaders
Many education systems are not set up to give leaders and staff the information they need to ensure they are preparing students for their next steps.
Demonstrating Skills of Value
State education leaders are focused on ensuring students graduate ready for life after high school—but how do students know they’re building valuable, transferable skills, and how will employers and colleges recognize them?
Advancing High Schoolers’ Financial Literacy
Forty-one states now require personal finance education for graduation. This analysis examines state financial literacy approaches and key drivers for success.
Five Questions for State Boards to Ask about AI in Schools
GenAI is creating tremendous opportunities but also posing considerable risks and challenges for schools.
Curbing Cell Phone Use in Classrooms
State boards are well positioned to create guardrails to help school districts make informed decisions on cell phone policies.
Six Things State Leaders Can Do to Invigorate US Civics and History Learning
Broad public agreement on what students ought to learn should propel their efforts, as should the lack of confidence in democratic institutions.
Preparing Students for Informed, Active Citizenship: Lessons from Illinois
Illinois Democracy Schools are a key element of the state’s comprehensive approach.