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Career Pathways Bolster California's Competitive Advantages
One of California’s competitive advantages has been a skilled workforce for many growing industries. In a sea of high costs, our well-trained college graduates have stoked the growth of companies in many basic and cutting edge industries.
Report: Linked Learning Programs Lead to Improved Student Outcomes
High school students in Linked Learning programs are more likely to earn a diploma and are better prepared for college and careers, a new independent evaluation of programs in nine California school districts found.
How Houston is Redefining Learning to Prepare Its Future Workers
When college is just another option and teachers focus on skills-based learning, students see clear futures and the city sees real progress.
Is This Model the Future of College and Career Readiness?
A career academy high school puts 21st century skills to the test with on-the-job training.
Pathway to Pipeline Event Connects High School Academy Students in Antioch with Local Employers
Thursday’s Pathway to Pipeline event allowed high school students from the nine Linked Learning academies in Antioch to share what they’re learning with local employers.
"Learning Policy Institute" to Bridge Research and Policy; Respond to "New Moment"
A new national education think tank—the Learning Policy Institute—is being announced today.
Staff Changes at CCASN
CCASN is proud to announce the appointment of our new Executive Director, Theresa McEwen.
The High School Where Students Wear Scrubs
A Sacramento public high school blends work-based learning, medical science, and academics for a new generation of vocational education.
Can We Really Prepare Kids for Both College and Career?
Ana Sical, 25, once thought she was destined for a full-time job at the Jack in the Box fast food restaurant where she worked for three years alongside her mom, dad, aunts and uncles.