High Schools That Work

High Schools That Work

Crafting A New Vision for High School: How States Can Join Academic and Technical Studies to Promote More Powerful Learning

by Gene Bottoms and Marna Young

Too many students leave high school unprepared for employment and postsecondary studies. High-quality career/technical education, combined with a college-preparatory academic core, can help improve student achievement so more students graduate, and they graduate college- and career-ready. This report outlines challenges states face in combining technical and academic studies for improved learning, provides actions states can take to overcome these challenges, and highlights current best practices and policies. The challenges and actions in the report were derived from a forum that convened CTE leaders and other decision-makers from 12 states.

(08V07) 28 pages; 2008; $5.00; $2.50 each for 10 or more

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