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What High School Could Be

December 3, 2019

For more than a decade, Tennesseans have embraced the idea that every student should graduate from high school ready to start postsecondary education, military service, or a career. Despite some noteworthy signs that students are better prepared than ever before – including historically high graduation rates and average ACT scores – the majority of Tennessee’s recent graduates are not ready for opportunities after high school as measured by student learning outcomes, including postsecondary certificate and degree attainment, earnings, and civic engagement. In order for every Tennessean to achieve success in college, career, and life, they must receive a high school education that prepares them for the 21st century.