September 2, 2026

How to Improve Graduation Rates: 7 Strategies for High Schools and Districts

Event Date: Helping more students reach graduation is a shared goal across the school community. And for good reason. A high school diploma can open doors to careers, postsecondary education, and greater economic stability. The difference can be seen in earnings. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2024, full-time wage and salary workers age 25 […]

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September 2, 2026

Evidence-Based Dropout Prevention Programs

Event Date: Students rarely leave high school because of one isolated challenge. Academic setbacks may build alongside chronic absences, responsibilities outside school, or a growing sense of disengagement, making it harder to stay on track for graduation. Those patterns give schools, districts, and state leaders an important opportunity to intervene before a student becomes fully disconnected from […]

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September 1, 2026

What Is Skill Development? A Guide for Education and Workforce Leaders

Event Date: Education can open doors. Yet earning a diploma or completing a course is only part of preparing for what comes next. Learners also need skills they can use in college, training programs, and the workplace. That is where skill development comes in. What is skill development? It is the ongoing process of learning, strengthening, and […]

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