by Michael Carico | Aug 8, 2023
As far back as 2006, former Secretary of Education Richard Riley said, “We are currently preparing students for jobs that don’t yet exist …” That statement is even more relevant today given the increasingly rapid rate of technological change. To prepare students to be...
by Michael Carico | Jun 4, 2023
Insights and resources to empower students for present and future success. Summer break is the perfect opportunity to brush up on your learning and professional development so you’re prepared with new ideas and fresh energy in the fall! What’s Inside the Summer...
by Michael Carico | May 15, 2023
How can we develop and measure the essential, higher-order skills that students need to achieve academic and career success? These vital skills—including critical thinking, problem solving, and communication—reflect what students can do, not just what they know....
by Michael Carico | Mar 16, 2023
More and more states and districts are developing a Portrait of a Graduate in an effort to ensure all students gain the skills and mindsets needed to thrive in our complex, rapidly changing world. These Portraits provide a vision for educators, students, and the...
by Michael Carico | Sep 23, 2022
States and districts across the country are looking for better ways to bridge the gap between high school graduation and students’ next steps. Many states are incorporating new approaches to ensure students meet their Portrait of a Graduate requirements. One solution...
