High school students across the country increasingly report a lack of relevancy in their classes and a feeling of unpreparedness for postsecondary life. How can students’ high school experience be restructured for their long-term success? Authors of in this issue of The State Education Standard reimagine the high school experience, illuminating the data, policy reforms, and engagement with students, families, and educators that must align to make redesign possible.
A New Architecture for High School Learning
By Russlynn Ali and Timothy F.C. KnowlesState leaders should retire the Carnegie unit and open the door for high school designs that ensure learning is engaging, relevant, experiential, and competency based.
Telltale Signs of Rigor and Career Readiness in High School
By Gene BottomsState boards can take a lesson from schools that already dish up rigorous assignments in college- and career-ready courses alike and ensure more schools do it.
How Rhode Island Increased the Value of a High School Diploma
By Angélica Infante-GreenNew graduation requirements aim to align with college admission standards and address inequities in college and career readiness.
Access to Data Is Key to Navigating High School and Beyond
By Jennifer Bell-EllwangerSurveyed students report being at sea on postsecondary options and the progress they are making toward their goals.
Merging High School and College: The Early College High School Model
By Julie A. EdmundsSix elements in statewide law and policy pave the way for effective programs that help more students thrive in college courses while they are still in high school.
Opinion
Student Voice: Hands-On Learning in a Technology-Focused World
By Lauren KnoppA balanced education can help every student achieve the greatest possible success.
The NASBE Interview: Téa Washington, Valli Pendyala, and Joshua Leinwand
By Téa Washington, Joshua Leinwand and Valli PendyalaThe world has advanced so much, but the school system hasn't.
We the Media: Stepping Out on the Public Square
By Renée Rybak LangCommunications folks can help your board develop media relationships that will lead to better reporting and a keener understanding of the board's policy decisions and initiatives.
NCOSEA Voice: Understanding the Why behind Rules Governing State Board Business
By Mackenzie WilliamsNew laws require interpretation and construction.
From the President’s Pen: Diving Deep into What Makes an Amazing High School
By Paolo DeMariaThere are wonderful, student-centric high schools in every state. My advice is to find them, visit, and probe into what they are doing well.
News & Notes: May 2023
By Reg Leichty and Jamie BrandonThe president is seeking significant increases in the overall education budget.
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