Is Your CTE Program Aligned with the Future of Work?
Discover the actionable insights every K-12 leader needs to close the skills gap.

A New Economy Demands a New Approach to Career Readiness
The American workforce is changing fast — but many K-12 programs haven’t kept up. As middle-skill jobs become the backbone of economic growth, a widening disconnect between education and employer needs is threatening student success, community vitality, and economic stability.

What You'll Learn in This Free White Paper
Are Your CTE Programs Preparing Students for the Right Jobs? explores the real-world implications of misaligned career training — and outlines how forward-thinking school districts can transform this challenge into an opportunity.

Inside the guide, you’ll uncover:

• The economic cost of the middle-skills gap — and what’s driving it
• Why 54% of U.S. jobs are middle-skill, but only 43% of workers are trained to fill them
• The critical industries at risk: healthcare, skilled trades, manufacturing, and more
• What leading districts are doing to align CTE programs with workforce demand
• A roadmap for embedding career exploration and credentialing throughout K-12

Equip Your Students for Real Opportunity
Work-based learning. Industry-recognized credentials. Local partnerships. Strategic course pathways. These aren’t just “nice-to-haves”—they’re essential elements of a future-ready CTE strategy.

This white paper shows you how to bring it all together.