OUR EDUCATION SYSTEM AND ECONOMY ARE OUT OF SYNC.
As our economy grows, the vast majority of new jobs require more than a high school diploma—something that less than half of North Carolinians ages 25-44, and even fewer from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, currently have.
Together, we can set our state
ON A PATH TO A MORE PROSPEROUS FUTURE.
The way forward.
Engage local, regional, and statewide stakeholders to communicate the need for greater attainment and eliminate the gap between the skills employers require and the education and training available throughout the state
Better align and coordinate systems to support students at all levels, from pre-K education on up through high-quality certificate, associate, and higher-degree programs
Catalyze innovative, effective ideas, and identify best practices that can be applied from the mountains to the coast, in our cities, towns, and rural areas
Monitor progress and improve our efforts each and every year