This fall, students are making their way back to school filled with the possibility that comes with a fresh academic year. Some high school seniors will dive into college applications, some will use this year to prepare to enter the workforce, and some will weigh the countless other pathways available from certifications to military service. All of them will be acutely aware of the weight their decisions will hold for their futures.
However, the stark reality is that America’s leading businesses say high school graduates aren’t as prepared as previous generations, citing that they can execute assignments but struggle to think critically and navigate ambiguity at a time when technology is rapidly reshaping work. Educators see similar gaps.
