Why High School Graduation Matters High school graduation is a key milestone on the path to economic mobility. During high school, students transition from building foundational skills to applying them in ways that prepare them for postsecondary education, workforce training and careers. When students graduate on time, they’re more likely to access the education and…
How Cradle to Career Muncie aligned schools, community partners and data to drive measurable gains In Muncie, Indiana, educational attainment has long been closely tied to economic opportunity and the strength of the community as a whole. As workforce demands increasingly require education or credentials beyond high school, gaps in attainment have limited access to…
At the start of kindergarten, many students are just beginning to recognize letters. Some are learning to write their names for the first time. By the end of the year, many of those same students are reading sight words, writing complete sentences and participating with confidence. The change is measurable and meaningful. For Sabrina Mayberry,…