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Workforce and Work Ready
Workforce Pell Is Here: Why Career Readiness Will Be Critical to Program Success
The new Workforce Pell Grant, scheduled to roll out on July 1, is a major win for workforce-focused...
Empowering Student Voices in College and Career Readiness
by Roxanna Rozehee, 2026 member of ACT's Learner Advisory Council
When educators, policymakers, and...
National Apprenticeship Week: Building Stronger Career Pathways Through Workforce Innovation
Every year, National Apprenticeship Week shines a spotlight on one of the most powerful workforce...
Community Colleges: Connecting High School Students to Four-Year Colleges, the Workforce, and Beyond
The transition from high school to either a four-year college or the workforce can often feel...
Leveraging PreACT to Build a Stronger College and Career Readiness Pipeline: What District Leaders Need to Know
As districts refine their college and career readiness strategies, early assessment is emerging as...
Why Not All Standardized Tests Are Created Equal (and What to Look For)
In a test-optional world, the value of a standardized test lies in its ability to provide a fair,...
ACT Research Informs the Merits of a Dual Assessment Model for College and Career Readiness
By Jeff Allen, Ph.D., ACT principal research scientist
Recently, states have expressed interest in...
STEM Education Takes Center Stage in South Carolina and Nationwide Through the NLGA
By Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, South Carolina, Chair of the National Lt. Governors Association,...
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