News
2021 in Review
As we look back on 2021, we remain hopeful that change is possible and is, indeed, happening here in Illinois.
Shaping & Strengthening Education & Workforce Systems
Education Systems Center (EdSystems) is a mission-driven policy development and program implementation center based within Northern Illinois University. We work at both the State and local levels to ensure policies are created and implemented in meaningful ways to advance racial equity and prepare more young people for productive careers and lives in a global economy. We focus on three portfolios: College and Career Pathways, Bridges to Postsecondary, and Data Impact and Leadership.
Thought Leadership
Charting Collective Wins and Areas for Growth in New State Data on College and Career Readiness
Looking at ISBE’s 2020-21 Illinois Report Card, the Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted learning for students of all ages across Illinois, the impacts of which are reflected in several critical measures. However, increasing dual credit enrollment and declining postsecondary remediation enrollment rates are cause for celebration.
News
Career Development Experience Toolkit Companion Piece Helps Support Opportunity Youth
In collaboration with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Education Systems Center has released a new Career Development Experience Toolkit Companion Piece to address the needs of stakeholders outside of a traditional high school setting.
Thought Leadership
New Career & Technical Education Rules Build from Years of College & Career Readiness Innovation
New rules ensure alignment of CTE to existing policy frameworks such as the Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness Act and that implementation embodies the spirit and intent of the articulated State Plan components. This clarified focus on college and career, with an emphasis on quality and equity, will ensure that Illinois’ students are empowered to succeed.
Advancing Racial Equity
Advancing Racial Equity: Year One Review
What has advancing racial equity tangibly meant this last year? While we are still listening, learning, and reflecting, we share an overview of our nascent efforts to serve Black and Latinx students in Illinois.
Events
CEIF Fall 2021 Convening: Connecting Transformative SEL and Performance-Based Assessment
The Chicago Equity-Centered Innovation Forum’s fall convening built on the ongoing work CPS is doing to support its competency-based education (CBE) schools to incorporate adaptive competencies into the curriculum and integrate social-emotional learning instruction.
February 28, 2022
Join us at the 2022 Illinois 60 by 25 Network Conference
The Illinois 60 by 25 Network's 2022 conference, Equity First: Building Toward a Better Future and Revitalizing Learning, will be a free, virtual event from February 28 through March 3.
January 25, 2022
Model Programs of Study in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Register now for a webinar overview of the Model Programs of Study Guide in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, sponsored by ICCB, on Tuesday, January 25 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This event is designed for community college and high school faculty & staff.
February 8, 2022
Model Programs of Study in Information Technology Webinar
Register now for a webinar overview of the Model Programs of Study Guide in IT, sponsored by ICCB, on Tuesday, February 8 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This event is designed for community college and high school faculty & staff.
November 16, 2021
WBL Continuum in Education: I-WIN November 2021 Community of Practice
I-WIN's November community of practice on November 16 focused on experiences along the work-based learning continuum in the Education sector.
November 16, 2021
Model Programs of Study in Manufacturing & Engineering Webinar
View a webinar overview of the Model Programs of Study Guide in Manufacturing & Engineering, sponsored by ICCB.
September 30, 2021
CEIF Fall 2021 Convening: Connecting Transformative SEL and Performance-Based Assessment
The Chicago Equity-Centered Innovation Forum’s fall convening built on the ongoing work CPS is doing to support its competency-based education (CBE) schools to incorporate adaptive competencies into the curriculum and integrate social-emotional learning instruction.
October 19, 2021
Model Programs of Study in Education Webinar
Watch the webinar overview of the Model Programs of Study Guide in Education, sponsored by ICCB. This webinar is designed for community college and high school faculty & staff.
September 28, 2021
Engaging Adult Learners to Increase Postsecondary Attainment Equity in Illinois
On September 28, 2021, the Illinois 60 by 25 Network Organizers and partners discussed strategies to engage adult learners to increase postsecondary attainment equity in Illinois.
September 21, 2021
Model Programs of Study in Health Sciences & Technology Webinar
Watch a deep dive on the Model Programs of Study Guide in Health Sciences and Technology.
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