ExcelinEd Model Policy 2022 - ROI Analysis: Executive Order - Return on Investment Analysis of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Offerings

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A Return on Investment Analysis of Career and Technical Education (CTE) offerings establishes a recurring, comprehensive process to measure CTE program quality, alignment and availability together with detailed student participation, attainment and completion data. The approach helps identify program strengths and expose equity gaps. A high-quality ROI analysis supports state action to align CTE offerings with employer demand, evaluate participation and outcomes, improve access and successful outcomes, and inform the public about CTE availability, quality and student results.

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SECTION 1. PREAMBLE

SECTION 2. COMMITTEE CREATION AND PURPOSE

SECTION 3. RETURN ON INVESTMENT ANALYSIS OF CTE OFFERINGS

ExcelinEd Model Policy 2022 ROI ANALYSIS: EXECUTIVE ORDER Return on Investment Analysis of CTE Offerings A Return on Investment Analysis of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Offerings establishes a recurring, comprehensive process that ensures CTE program quality, alignment and availability are measured alongside detailed student participation, attainment and completion data to identify program strengths and expose equity gaps. A high-quality ROI Analysis ofCTE Offerings allows the state to: • Determine the alignment of CTE offerings with employer demand; • Evaluate student participation and outcomes associated with each CTE program; Download Model E.O. Template Related policies that increase overall impact • Outcomes-Based Funding • Program Quality Measures • State Longitudinal Data System • Understand how well the state’s CTE offerings are delivering on federal, state and local investments; • Develop strategies and recommendations to improve the alignment and quality of CTE programs to increase access and successful outcomes for all students; and • Inform the public about the availability, quality and student outcomes of CTE offerings in their communities. With this information, policymakers and state/local leaders can make informed decisions to ensure all learners can access – and succeed in—high-quality CTE programs. Executive Order: Return on Investment Analysis of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program Offerings STATE OF OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER \# SECTION 1. PREAMBLE WHEREAS, our State Constitution, pursuant to (ref. section) provides that the education of children is (describe constitutional requirements) and that the state must ensure students have the opportunity to learn the requisite skills to succeed in career and life; WHEREAS, students must acquire advanced knowledge, skills and credentials to find meaningful work and enjoy productive careers; WHEREAS, a knowledgeable and skilled workforce is essential for future economic growth and expanded opportunity; WHEREAS,(state’s) employers have many unfilled positions requiring high-skilled labor, and these positions pay higher wages; WHEREAS, many of (state’s) career and technical education programs are not aligned with the knowledge, skills and credentials that employers need; and WHEREAS, students and the career technical education programs would benefit from an employer’s perspective on the appropriate skills, knowledge, and credentials that students will need to succeed in career and life. WHEREAS, students, families and community members would benefit from better information about the availability, quality and outcomes of CTE program offerings in their communities; NOW, THEREFORE, I (GOVERNOR), by the authority vested in me by (state constitution), and all other applicable laws, do hereby issue the following Executive Order, to take immediate effect: SECTION 2. COMMITTEE CREATION AND PURPOSE (1) I hereby direct the (ROI Lead Agency/Office)1 to convene and lead the (name of committee), comprising the leadership of the (State Education Agency), (State Higher Education Agency/System(s)), (Higher Education Coordinating Body), (State Workforce Development Agency), (Local Education Agencies), (Postsecondary Institutions), (representatives from business and industry), and other appropriate stakeholders. (2) The (name of committee) shall meet at least quarterly, or more often as needs require, to complete the following objectives: (a) Determine the alignment of existing CTE offerings with employer demand, postsecondary degree or certificate programs, and industry-valued credentials; (b) Identify the CTE offerings that are linked to high-skill, higher-wage, high-demand occupations 2; (c) Evaluate student participation and outcomes (such as postsecondary attainment, employment status, and wage earnings) associated with each CTE program and compared to students not in CTE programs;

FAQs

What is the purpose of the ROI Analysis of CTE offerings?

It creates a recurring process to measure CTE program quality, alignment, and availability using student participation and outcome data, identifying strengths and equity gaps.

Who is required to lead and convene the committee for the analysis?

The ROI Lead Agency/Office must convene and lead a committee composed of state and higher-education agencies, workforce and local education stakeholders, postsecondary institutions, and representatives from business and industry.

What data domains must the state’s ROI methodology and analyses include?

The analysis includes labor market information and wage data, alignment of offerings to higher-skill/high-demand occupations, and student participation and outcomes disaggregated by student and program factors, compared to non-CTE experiences.

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