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As the state's economy recovers from the economic downturn of the past six years, Gov. Mark Dayton, the Legislature and business leaders are shifting their focus from creating jobs to helping workers......
| Unpacking What “College And Career Ready” Really Means NPR.org - StateImpact Indiana - Think about what it might mean to “get ready.” When you prepare to leave the house in the morning, you might take a shower or pour yourself a cup of coffee. If you’re gearing up for a job interview, you might dry clean your suit or update your resume....... |
| Missouri bills could keep immigrant students from college Columbia Missourian - JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri students brought to the U.S. illegally by their parents could face the prospect of receiving no federal financial aid, state aid or in-state tuition under measures moving through the state legislature........ |
| In good times, Minnesota shifts focus to training workers Minnesota Public Radio - As the state's economy recovers from the economic downturn of the past six years, Gov. Mark Dayton, the Legislature and business leaders are shifting their focus from creating jobs to helping workers...... |
| Bill Creating Graduation Panels Passes Texas Senate Texas Tribune - High school seniors who have failed their state exams may still have a shot at earning a diploma. A bill providing them a way around the requirement continues to advance in the Texas Legislature....... |
| Alabama’s state-of-the-art career-tech programs put students a step ahead Yellow Hammer News - Enhancing Career and Technical Education (CTE) has been a primary focus of mine during my service in Congress. Why? Because it empowers young workers to find good-paying jobs, helps prepare youth for a smooth transition from school to career, and lifts up communities throughout Alabama .... |
| Can Texas remain a manufacturing powerhouse? The need for skills gap coverage Houston Chronicle - In more recent decades, Texas, like other states, has placed a strong focus on preparing students for college. However, a large number of Texas high school graduates do not attend college. Without supplemental vocational education, these non-college bound students are not prepared for steady jobs with potential earning growth.... |
| Rebranding career tech jobs vital to growing workforce say Sacramento employers California Economy Reporting - When talking to employers in California and college chancellors, it's clear that career tech jobs need a retooling of their image........ |
| Wash. state bill looks to cut college tuition up to $5,000 USA Today - College - College students in Washington state might end up with quite the bargain next year as the state looks to reinvest in higher education...... |
| House Ed Bill Aims to Help School Counselors Magic Valley - TWIN FALLS • Twin Falls High School counselor Sharee Hamilton helps about 400 students with anything from academic planning to disciplinary issues. She wants to spend more time building relationships with students — not on administrative tasks...... |