PATHWAYS TENNESSEE

PATHWAYS TENNESSEE Agenda Objectives Education/Workforce Statistics Pathways TN Overview Pathways TN in Action How to be Involved An Educators Perspective Why Pathways TN is important What the initiative aims to accomplish How you can be involved

High School Completion: U. S High School Completion: U.S. rate has stagnated, most industrialized countries have improved 13 1 1 27 Source: Schleicher (2007) based on OECD data. Approximated by percentage of persons with high school or equivalent qualfications in the age groups 55-64, 45-55, 35-44, and 25-34 years

College level graduation rates: U.S. stagnated, others improved Decline of the relative position of the US from 1995 to 2005 15 2 Source: Schleicher (2007) based on OECD data. Percentage of tertiary type A graduates to the population at the typical age of graduation.

US “on time” completion rates are alarmingly low

Earnings and unemployment rates by educational attainment Note: Data are for persons age 25 and over. Earnings are for full-time wage and salary workers

In Tennessee, only 32% of citizens have an AA or higher The current US reality: only 40% of 27-year olds have earned an AA or higher In Tennessee, only 32% of citizens have an AA or higher

Earnings and unemployment rates by educational attainment $37,804 9.5% $33,904 $24,492 60% of US citizens compete for jobs in this range Note: Data are for persons age 25 and over. Earnings are for full-time wage and salary workers

Source: “Drive to 55” Tennessee overview: U. S Source: “Drive to 55” Tennessee overview: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis

PATHWAYS TENNESSEE OVERVIEW

Pathways to Prosperity Report Published in February 2011 William Symonds, Robert Schwartz & Ronald Ferguson Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) Widely acclaimed nationally and globally April 2012: Invited to submit Letter of Interest June 2012: Selected to join Pathways to Prosperity Network (PTPN) PTPN is a consortium of JFF, HGSE and nine states: California New York Georgia North Carolina Illinois Ohio Massachusetts Tennessee Missouri http://www.gse.harvard.edu/news_events/features/2011/Pathways_to_Prosperity_Feb2011.pdf

PATHWAYS TENNESSEE Overall Goal To provide Tennessee students in grades 7th-14th/16th access to rigorous academic/career pathways, which are interlinked with local, regional, and state economic/labor market needs and trends in order to develop and promote a workforce that is educated and skilled in their chosen fields. Statewide Plan Goal will be achieved through a statewide policy-oriented, initiative-driven, data-supported plan based on identified regional strengths/opportunities and willing local and regional network partners. Statewide Planning & Implementation Team Department of Economic & Community Development State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) Department of Education Tennessee Business Roundtable Department of Labor & Workforce Development Tennessee Higher Education Commission Governor’s Office Tennessee State Board of Education Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association (TICUA)

Building Tennessee’s Pathways: Aligning Tennessee’s Educational Achievement Goals with Its Diverse Industry Needs and Opportunities Image Credit: Corporate Voices for Working Families

Pathways Must: Have multiple entry and exit points Transition seamlessly from secondary to postsecondary Allows for college credit and industry certifications in high school Encourage/ support active industry involvement in student learning Have regional workforce relevance Source: Clagett & Hale (2012) “The Promise of Career Pathways Systems Change”

What Does A Pathway Look Like? SUSTAINABLE Industry Engagement Secondary & Postsecondary Alignment Community Awareness High School Program of Study (Advanced Manufacturing) Technology College (Industry Certification) Mechatronics Engineer $82,440 Community College (A.A./A.S) Mechanical Engineering Technician $50,660 University or College (B.A./B.S) CNC Operator $35,580 RELEVANT Career Awareness (Grades 7-14) Work Based Learning (grades 7-14) Early Postsecondary Opportunities (Grades 9-12) Stackable Credential (Grades 9+) High School Program of Study (Health Science) Technology College (Industry Certification) Cytotechnologist $57,580 Community College (A.A./A.S) Medical Lab Tech $37,240 University or College (B.A./B.S) Phlebotomist $29,730

PATHWAYS TENNESSEE IS NOT: IS: Is not state mandated- no forced participation Is not sustained on the state level Is not trying to “reinvent the wheel” Is not just an education initiative Is not intended to be additional work Is a way to think regionally Is an alignment initiative Is a shift in culture - education, industry and community must work together Is thoughtful planning, and data driven decision making Is done with the best interest of our students and communities in mind Is locally and regionally driven

WORK-BASED LEARNING

Work-Based Learning Industry Awareness Career Awareness Career Exploration Career Preparation Career Training Work-based learning builds on past experiences and prepares for postsecondary

Work-Based Learning Apprenticeship Project-based Learning (In- or out-of-school) Clinical Experience Teacher Externships Internship Career Fairs Co-Op Classroom Speakers Field trips Job Shadow Service Learning

PATHWAYS IN ACTION Upper Cumberland Southeast Southwest

What role does education play in workforce development? Questions for You What role does education play in workforce development?

Pathways TN Regions 2012-13 2013-14 Upper Cumberland East Southeast Greater Memphis Southwest

Current Regions Upper Cumberland (Jackson, Overton, Putnam, Warren, White) Intermediary: Highlands of Tennessee Advanced Manufacturing Pathway Health Sciences Pathway Grade 7 Module for 2014 cohort Implementation of Academic/Career Coaches

What Does A Pathway Look Like? SUSTAINABLE Industry Engagement Secondary & Postsecondary Alignment Community Awareness High School Program of Study (Advanced Manufacturing) Technology College (Industry Certification) Mechatronics Engineer $82,440 Community College (A.A./A.S) Mechanical Engineering Technician $50,660 University or College (B.A./B.S) CNC Operator $35,580 RELEVANT Career Awareness (Grades 7-14) Work Based Learning (grades 7-14) Early Postsecondary Opportunities (Grades 9-12) Stackable Credential (Grades 9+) High School Program of Study (Health Science) Technology College (Industry Certification) Cytotechnologist $57,580 Community College (A.A./A.S) Medical Lab Tech $37,240 University or College (B.A./B.S) Phlebotomist $29,730

Upper Cumberland Regional Partnerships High School Program of Study (Advanced Manufacturing) Cookeville HS Monterey HS Upperman HS Jackson County HS Technology College (Industry Certification) TTU – College of Engineering Community College (A.A./A.S) Nashville State Community College - Cookeville University or College (B.A./B.S) TCAT - Livingston Regional Notes: 13 feeder middle schools participating in Pathways TN dedicated industry for pathways e.g. Automated Tool Company Cummins Filtration Cookeville Regional Hospital Highlands Medical Center High School Program of Study (Health Sciences) Cookeville HS Livingston Academy Monterey HS Upperman HS Jackson County HS White County HS Technology College (Industry Certification) TTU – School of Nursing Community College (A.A./A.S) Volunteer State Community College- Livingston University or College (B.A./B.S) TCAT - Livingston

Current Regions Southeast (Bradley, Hamilton, Marion, McMinn) Intermediary: Chattanooga Public Education Foundation Advanced Manufacturing Pathway Information Technology Pathway Implementation of School Liasons Will have courses in place for 2014 school year

2013-14 Regions Southwest Region Region Identified April 2013 Fact Finding Trip Completed August 2013 Asset Mapping Completed September 2013 Regional Convenings Held October 2013 Regional Intermediary – TBD Regional Steering Committee – TBD Pathways - TBD

What are some ways to involve employers in your community? Questions for You What are some ways to involve employers in your community?

“Create something that will make the world awesome.” – Kid President HOW TO BE INVOLVED “Create something that will make the world awesome.” – Kid President

Checklist 1: Collect Data Data-Driven Decision Making Who are the employers in our community? Who are the larger employers, what common vacancies are anticipated with smaller employers What do those occupations look like and what skills are needed What are the anticipated earnings for the emerging jobs What knowledge and skills are required for local occupations? Academic skills, technical skills, “soft” skills How do we support the transitions from middle-high-postsecondary-career What postsecondary credentials or industry certifications are needed in the area? What are the programs in high school that align to community needs? What are the gaps? How do we inform parents and students on: New jobs/industries in the future New trends in existing industries What are the economic development priorities 2, 5 and 10 years out

Translating Pathways TN to your system Checklist 2: Planning Translating Pathways TN to your system Have a strong Industry Advisory Council and develop relationships with local businesses and community intermediaries Program choice and curriculum development in alignment with community needs Program improvement (facilities, resources, public relations, legislative and financial support) Student engagement, placement, and career advising Community engagement to drive funding, communications, support Develop relationships with local postsecondary institutions and build bridges Early postsecondary opportunities (dual credit/dual enrollment) Strengthen career advising to support students in choosing a pathway Align high school programs of study to postsecondary offerings

Checklist 3: Implementation and Support Developing rigorous, relevant, learner-focused programs leads to clear career pathways Develop a strong understanding of the needs of your students and community Conduct research-based local planning for CTE programs Offer opportunities for career guidance for students Offer Work Based Learning opportunities for all students Support opportunities for students to practice and demonstrate their learning through CTSO events, work-based learning, etc. Implement aligned curriculum and communicate long-term goals and objectives of your local CTE program to students, parents, employers and the community

Unemployment Workforce Growth or Having strong business and industry input and clear opportunities for students could be the difference in: Unemployment Workforce Growth Schools offer unaligned programs Students enroll in POS that doesn’t lead to opportunities Teachers not equipped to build skills effectively Students don’t have opportunity to demonstrate in real-world Employers needs and workforce skills unmatched Students are not successful in college and career Employers unable to find skilled employees Schools offer programs aligned to community need Students enroll in POS that leads to clear opportunity Teachers are equipped to build applicable skills Students have opportunity to demonstrate skills Employers benefit from problem solving and work Employers needs and workforce skills matched Students have successful career to support family Employers have strong talent pool in order to grow or

AN EDUCATORS PERSPECTIVE SANDRA CROUCH Director, White County Schools

NICK HANSEN Nick.Hansen@tn.gov SUSAN COWDEN Susan.K.Cowden@tn.gov NICK HANSEN Nick.Hansen@tn.gov www.PATHWAYSTN.org

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