NCOSEA Voice: Understanding the Why behind Rules Governing State Board Business
New laws require interpretation and construction.
Access to Data Is Key to Navigating High School and Beyond
Surveyed students report being at sea on postsecondary options and the progress they are making toward their goals.
Merging High School and College: The Early College High School Model
Six elements in statewide law and policy pave the way for effective programs that help more students thrive in college courses while they are still in high school.
From the President’s Pen: Diving Deep into What Makes an Amazing High School
There are wonderful, student-centric high schools in every state. My advice is to find them, visit, and probe into what they are doing well.
High Schools That Matter
This issue of The Standard reimagines the high school experience, illuminating the data, policy reforms, and engagement with students, families, and educators that must align to make redesign possible.
Leading and Governing
Is there another domestic policy space more complicated than state education governance? In the face of the 50-plus ways of constructing state systems of public education in this country, the authors in this issue of The Standard attempt to tease out what constitutes strong leadership and effective governance.
Harnessing the Power of Evidence-Based Policymaking
State boards should lean into education data and work to overcome challenges to doing so.
From the President’s Pen: Want to Be a Great State Board Member?
We are stronger when we work together and seek common ground.