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Redefining the High School to College Transition in Illinois : Framework and Recommendations

Redefining the High School to College Transition in Illinois : Framework and Recommendations. July 16, 2015. Overview. 5 -month planning process designed to improve the high school to postsecondary transition in Illinois

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Redefining the High School to College Transition in Illinois : Framework and Recommendations

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  1. Redefining the High School to College Transition in Illinois: Framework and Recommendations July 16, 2015

  2. Overview • 5-month planning process designed to improve the high school to postsecondary transition in Illinois • Process involved 9 regional teams, state education agencies, and national experts • Key outcomes: • Network of regions from across Illinois with impressive practices in place or emerging • Coherent framework for aligning high school and postsecondary education systems to support student success • Opportunities for state policy action and strategic investments to support and accelerate local efforts

  3. Educational Leaders From Across Illinois

  4. Purpose of Framework • Guide for local action • State policy alignment • Framework for potential philanthropic investments All of the elements of the framework should be addressed in successful high school to postsecondary transition systems

  5. 9th through 13+ Student-facing Systems 1. Core Academic Systems 2. Planning and Transition Supports 3. Accelerated Learning (“Speed-up”) All of the elements of the framework should be addressed in successful high school to postsecondary transition systems

  6. A. Foundational academic systems B. Aligned 11-13 Developmental Ed Models C. Summer Bridge Programs

  7. A. Individualized Plan for Postsecondary Education, Careers, and Financial Aid B. Outreach, Exposure, and Near-peer Mentoring Systems C. Aligned Scholarship and Financial Aid Monitoring and Supports D. Match and Fit, Proactive Advising Systems, and Progress Monitoring

  8. A. Accelerated Learning Goal and Opportunities for All Students B. Continuum of Professional Learning for All Students C. Career-focused Instruction and Assessments for All Students D. Expansive Early College Credit Opportunities for All Students

  9. Key Takeaways • This work requires a comprehensive approach • Planning and transition supports are needed alongside academic systems and early college coursework • You too can join this network!

  10. ilhstocollege.org Ben Boer bboer@advanceillinois.org Jon Furr jfurr@niu.edu

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