When students succeed, Florida thrives.
Florida College Access Network is the heart of a movement to ensure today’s students are prepared for tomorrow’s jobs.
The Challenge
Florida faces a talent gap, with jobs increasingly requiring an education beyond high school. Florida must boost education attainment—especially for our most vulnerable students—so we don’t fall behind.
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Florida households struggling to make ends meet
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Working-age Floridians currently holding a postsecondary degree or credential
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Jobs requiring a degree or credential by 2025.
The Solution
Florida College Access Network partners with communities and leaders to ensure more students achieve an education beyond high school, paving the path to prosperity for Florida families and our state.
Key takeaways from “Preparing Students in Foster Care for Postsecondary Success”
Guest presenters: Dr. Steve J. Rios, Senior Director, Positive Pathways Brett McNaught, CEO, Educate Tomorrow and Supervisor of Positive Pathways ... Read More
RESEARCH BRIEF — The Economic and Fiscal Impacts of Education and Training Beyond High School in Florida
If Florida were a country, it would have the 15th largest economy in the world. Florida’s economy is strong, and ... Read More
2022 Florida Legislative Session Preview: Apprenticeships, workforce education, guidance and career planning, fee waivers, and additional legislation that would impact Florida’s students
The 2022 Florida Legislative Session is scheduled to begin on January 11 – an early start due to it being ... Read More