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Title: College, Career, and Military Readiness: A Qualitative Study of Select Programs in Texas
Language: English
Authors: Susan Rutherford, Don Jones, Daniella Varela, Jeffery Chernosky, Kai Jun
Source: Journal of Instructional Pedagogies. 2025 31.
Availability: Academic and Business Research Institute. 147 Medjool Trail, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081. Tel: 904-435-4330; e-mail: editorial.staff@aabri.com; Web site: http://www.aabri.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: High Schools
Secondary Education
Elementary Secondary Education
Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: High Schools, Administrators, Administrator Attitudes, College Readiness, Career Readiness, Military Service, Educational Legislation, Federal Legislation, Career and Technical Education, College Entrance Examinations, Rural Schools, Best Practices
Geographic Terms: Texas
Laws, Policies and Program Identifiers: Carl D Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act 2006, Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act 2018, Every Student Succeeds Act 2015
Assessment and Survey Identifiers: State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR), ACT Assessment
ISSN: 2327-5324
1941-3394
Abstract: States recognize a workforce skill shortage and have initiated educational programs aimed at preparing students for workforce readiness and postsecondary success. A growing consensus among states identifies the primary objective of the education system as preparing students for career, college, or military pathways by equipping them with experiences to build necessary knowledge and skills for future success. Kreamer et al. (2014) note that over half of U.S. states employ career-focused readiness indicators, one of which involves preparing students through high school college and career readiness programs that offer Industry Recognized Credentials (IRC) and stackable credentials to provide multiple opportunities (Stone, 2017). In response to skills demands, Texas Governor Abbott introduced House Bill 3 (HB3) of the 86th Legislature, supporting the state's mission to prepare every student for success in college, career, or the military. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has further supported HB3 by incorporating College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) into the Texas A-F Accountability system, where CCMR earnings and State Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) assessments contribute to 40 percent of a school's annual report card. CCMR aims to equip students with critical skills for their future. CCMR administrators in rural schools include roles such as Superintendent, Principal, or CTE administrator. This qualitative study sought to understand administrators' perceptions of college, career, and military programs in high schools and to identify the characteristics defining a successful CCMR program. Interviews were conducted with CCMR administrators from ten top-ranking Texas schools. Interview transcriptions were sent to the administrators for approval and correction. Emerging themes and sub-themes included dual credit classes, college preparation, certifications, programs of study, college readiness, TSI, CCMR accountability, higher education, industry partnerships, employability skills, student exploration and tracking, scheduling, early start programs, individualized plans, personnel, and finance. The findings reveal best practices and processes that contributed to the district's recognition as a top-ranking CCMR rural school in Texas.
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