At All4Ed, we are committed to expanding equitable educational opportunities for students of color, students from low-income families, and other marginalized groups. Search our publications, podcasts, videos, webinars, and other tools to learn more about the policies and practices we promote to ensure all students graduate from high school prepared for college, work, and life.
publication | Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, Data, Every Student Succeeds Act, High Schools, Higher Education, K to Gray, Opportunity to Learn, Raise The Bar, Social and Emotional Learning, Unlocking Career Success, US Department of Education
The Individuals with Disabilities Playbook features evidence that Career and Technical Education programs unlock untapped potential in students with disabilities and should, therefore, be available, accessible, and effective. Through case studies and action items, this playbook offers resources to promote equitable access to career-connected learning further. It provides opportunities for students with disabilities to gain…
publication | Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, High Schools, K to Gray, Raise The Bar, Unlocking Career Success, US Department of Education
School counselors guide and support students at every turn in their postsecondary and career planning journey. The School Counselor Playbook helps strategize a school counselor’s role in career exploration, postsecondary planning, and workforce readiness to ensure they are prepared for success beyond high school. This resource was created as part of the U.S. Department…
publication | Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, High Schools, K to Gray, Raise The Bar, Unlocking Career Success, US Department of Education
K-12 education is essential as it provides an environment to foster a student’s identity through skill and interest development. It aids the formation and pursuit of their education and career goals. The Student and Family Playbook serves as a guide to help students and families work together to take concrete steps towards turning these aspirations…
publication | Accountability and Support, Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, High Schools, K to Gray, Raise The Bar, Unlocking Career Success, US Department of Education
Principals wear many hats as school leaders. They are instructional leaders, building managers, implementation coaches, and much more. With so much to manage, the Principal Playbook is designed to be a valuable resource for executing career-connected learning strategies. This playbook provides resources to establish a strong foundation, develop staff capacity, foster supportive learning environments, and cultivate partnerships…
publication | Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, High Schools, Higher Education, K to Gray, Raise The Bar, US Department of Education
The Superintendent Playbook is a strategic guide designed to help Superintendents position schools as leaders in career readiness and workforce development. This resource empowers superintendents to develop district-wide plans that prioritize career-connected learning, establish clear goals and actions for key stakeholders, and allocate resources to transform high schools into dynamic pathway hubs that prepare students…
publication | Accountability and Support, Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, Educator Policy, High Schools, Higher Education, K to Gray, Raise The Bar, Unlocking Career Success, US Department of Education
The Educator Playbook is a strategic guide that assists educators in effectively preparing students for meaningful careers. This playbook integrates career pathways into classroom instruction, advising, and experiential learning. This resource was created as part of the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Career, Adult, and Technical Education’s Unlocking Career Success (UCS) initiative, a core…
publication | Accountability and Support, Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, High Schools, Higher Education, K to Gray, Raise The Bar, Unlocking Career Success, US Department of Education
State Education Agencies are a blended and dedicated team of professionals tasked with being a system of educational institutions that unlock a student’s access to acquire knowledge and skills necessary for college, career, and life success. The State Education Agency Playbook unites a SEA around a unified vision, leverages public and private funds, strengthens partnerships,…
blog | Career and Technical Education, College and Career Pathways, High Schools, State of the State Addresses, State Policy Center
As legislative sessions wind down, we look back at this year’s State of the State addresses to see how governors set the stage for education policy. From celebrating recent legislative wins to unveiling new proposals and budget priorities, these speeches offer a glimpse into the evolving landscape of education across the states. Here are five key takeaways.
podcast | Accountability and Support, AI, Educator Policy, High Schools
This week, Rebeca and Jenn welcome Ziyu Zhou, Research & Data Specialist at All4Ed, who transforms what could be a dry topic into an eye-opening conversation about the power of federal education data systems. Ziyu breaks down complex statistical frameworks into accessible insights, revealing how these vast information networks expose inequities that would otherwise remain hidden.
