College and Career Ready in the 21st Century

In this volume, two educational leaders argue that we need to change the focus of our current high school reform efforts from “college for all” to “careers for all.” This book provides a framework for a career and technical education that can stem dropout rates, including research-based strategies that schools can implement to improve students’ math and literacy skills.

“This book will be valuable to policymakers and educators everywhere.”
—Katherine Hughes, Teachers College, Columbia University

“Essential reading for anyone who believes creating more effective high schools is a key step towards revitalizing the American economy.”
—William C. Symonds, Director, Pathways to Prosperity Project, Harvard Graduate School of Education

“Stone and Lewis make a strong case that offering more career and technical education will improve students’ performance in high school, postsecondary education, and the labor market.”
—David Stern, University of California, Berkeley