Break Down Silos and Build Shared Responsibility Across Education and Workforce Systems

The following recommendations are built upon a foundation of breaking down historical silos between K-12 education, higher education institutions, service organizations, workforce development agencies, and employers. A more collaborative ecosystem that intentionally connects these sectors can help ensure that learning experiences are aligned with evolving labor market needs and that learners receive effective guidance as they transition between educational and career milestones. Strategies to foster such collaboration include the development of cross-sector partnerships and the alignment of shared outcomes metrics. Establishing common metrics helps stakeholders evaluate progress toward shared goals and promotes transparency across systems.