Refers to pathways delivered through various models that are designed to prepare students for success in both college and career. Examples include:
- NAF Academies: Industry-sponsored partnerships that support industry-specific curricula in high school classroom and work-based learning experience, including summer internships and career academies within high schools. Academies focus on themes in fields of study that facilitate college preparation and technical training on career paths in finance, hospitality and tourism, information technology (IT), engineering, and health sciences.
- P-TECH Schools: Students earn a high school diploma, industry-recognized associate degree, and gain relevant work experience in a growing field.
