As part of Indiana's high school transformation efforts, the state has adopted a new diploma framework with seals tied to college, career, or military pathways, offering students more flexibility and clearer outcomes.
read moreKentucky is using community-driven portraits of a learner to guide high school redesign, focusing on local flexibility, more relevant assessments, and vibrant learning.
read moreWashington’s new Profile of Graduate anchors its push for mastery-based learning and new graduation requirements, driving more meaningful high school experiences.
read moreNASBE’s High School Transformation State Network (HSTSN) gathered last month in Indianapolis alongside partners from KnowledgeWorks and the Carnegie Foundation. Teams from California, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, New York, and Washington convened to center student voice, collaborate across states, and consider how to reshape the high school experience and drive systems change. HSTSN’s Student Advisory Council […]
read moreBetter alignment in policy and practice can ensure that the skill boosts from pre-K persist throughout the elementary years.
read moreAcademic success in ninth grade requires supports for healthy social and emotional development.
read moreState leaders can drive real system improvements by rewarding K-12 schools for helping students succeed after high school.
read moreLearning from early adopters of universal FAFSA can help other states design and implement effective policies.
read moreAcademic success, engagement, attendance, and postsecondary preparation hinge on smooth transitions at the center of K-12.
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