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Fast Track FAFSA Completion

Informed by an analysis of state and local policies and practices from across the country, Fast Track FAFSA Completion provides a roadmap for states and local communities to dramatically increase the likelihood that students complete the FAFSA.

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Making Good on the Promise

Advance CTE’s Making Good on the Promise: Ensuring Equitable Success through CTE, explores how states can use data-driven support systems to meet learners’ needs; provide integrated support services to secure wellness, academic preparation and financial stability; and create the enabling conditions for successful transitions. The report aims to provide a roadmap for states to learn…

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Unlocking Potential: A State Policy Roadmap for Equity and Quality in College in High School Programs

College in high school programs such as dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, and early college high schools are popular and effective tools to improve college access and success. In 2019 alone, 18 governors discussed earning college credit prior to high school graduation in their “State of the State” addresses, and new laws passed in more than…

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The State of Career Technical Education: Improving Data Quality and Effectiveness

The authorization of the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) provides states an opportunity to improve their data systems and make more data-informed decisions. The State of Career Technical Education: Improving Data Quality and Effectiveness report is designed to serve as a roadmap for state policymakers as they redesign…

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MAKING CAREER READINESS COUNT 3.0

The third edition of the Making Career Readiness Count report examines how states are measuring college and career readiness in their state and federal accountability systems. The report uses four categories of college and career readiness: Progress Toward Post-High School Credential; Co-Curricular Learning and Leadership Experiences; Assessment of Readiness; and Transitions Beyond High School. The…

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MONEY DOESN’T GROW ON TREES: How 22 Cities Helped High School Students Complete More FAFSAs and Get More Financial Aid Dollars

This report on the FAFSA Completion Challenge Grant Initiative highlights promising programs, policies, and practices across 22 cities that were selected for the initiative. The report shares insights and lessons learned about what works and what doesn’t when it comes to increasing FAFSA completion rates.

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Taking Alignment to the Next Level: How K-12 and Higher Education Can Collaborate to Support Student Success

This report highlights bright spots across the country that have been successful in increasing the number of high school students prepared for and successfully transitioning to postsecondary education and training programs. This brief also provides high impact strategies to develop and scale solutions that can strengthen collaboration and alignment between the workforce, K–12, and higher…

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NCAN State Policy Toolkit

This policy toolkit provides examples of effective policies and programs to help state leaders and advocacy groups guide their state policy advocacy strategy. the tool kit provides a comprehensive roadmap for higher education funding and financial aid that expands college access for students who have been historically underrepresented in higher education.

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To&Through Project’s Data Insights

This presentation provides a collection of data insights that illuminate important discoveries about what fosters high school and college success. The presentation provides information about Chicago Public Schools students and key actions Chicago school leaders took to improve students’ postsecondary preparation, transitions and success.

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Promise with a Purpose: College Promise Programs “Built for Completion”

This report provides a roadmap to assist policymakers in develop Promise Programs that are “Built for Completion”. The report highlights successful state policies and university programs that have been successful in drastically increasing degree completion.

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FAFSA Success Guide

This report provides a roadmap to assist school leaders, school districts, and community partners in their efforts to raise FAFSA completion rates.

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Aiming for Equity: A Guide to Statewide Attainment Goals for Racial Equity Advocates

This report provides a roadmap for policymakers who are interested in the development of statewide college degree attainment goals, it includes strategies to ensure that students of color are prioritized as part of statewide higher education attainment goals.

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