Statewide longitudinal data systems (SLDS) offer states a potentially powerful tool to observe trends, assess needs, and develop and refine policies that can promote college and career
readiness initiatives aligned with the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Not exact matches
Even though the Common Core was meant largely to improve the college
readiness of high school graduates, the report says, «Many of those within higher education were not involved in developing or endorsing the Common Core standards and assessments, and have not considered how they might change their own practices to
align with this K — 12
initiative.
In order for institutional resources and structures to facilitate college and career
readiness and success programs, policies, and
initiatives and to impact student outcomes, they must be strategically
aligned and used in accordance with clear, measureable objectives.
However armed with a clear vision and a thoughtful approach to engaging stakeholders, a state can leverage the opportunities ESSA creates to make progress towards future
readiness,
aligned with other key
initiatives and resources.