District outlines college-and-career plan, targets alumni engagement and dual-enrollment expansion
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School leaders presented a committee-driven college-and-career initiative with preliminary Class of 2025 placement data, dual-enrollment challenges tied to logistics, and near-term goals including student focus groups, alumni engagement, and a multi-year plan to implement by 2026.
At the work session the board heard an expanded update on the district's college-and-career initiative that aims to coordinate counselors, teachers, parents and alumni to broaden vocational and postsecondary pathways.
Mister Clark said the committee includes board representatives, counselors including Annie Davis, special-education transition staff, gifted support, and student representatives; preliminary Class of 2025 placement figures and a review of existing programming showed a strong college-going culture but opportunities to expand dual-enrollment, internships and industry certifications. "If you take a look at this list, it's pretty comprehensive," he said, citing programs such as Project Lead The Way, dual-enrollment agreements with regional partners, and industry certifications like CPR and food-handler training.
Clark highlighted logistical barriers to dual enrollment given the district's geography — an in-person dual-enrollment course could require three class periods for travel and instruction — and said the committee will explore hybrid models, partnerships with local colleges, internships, and an alumni network to support externships and shadow days. He recommended student focus groups and regular board updates, and said administrators expect to present a systematic comprehensive plan in spring 2026.