Associate Director of Legislative & External Affairs
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Jul 6, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Washington Student Achievement Council Strategic Action Plan 2027
The Washington Student Achievement Council's 2027 Strategic Action Plan outlines a framework to increase postsecondary educational attainment and equity in Washington State, with a target of 70% credential attainment by 2030. The plan focuses on four interconnected areas: affordability, enrollment, basic needs, and completion, underpinned by a foundational commitment to equity. It is guided by values such as a student-centered approach, regional and community leadership, partnerships, alignment with public investments, and innovation, aiming to foster a higher education system that supports the success and economic opportunity of all residents.
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The meeting focused on the evolution of Career Connect Washington from a grant-funded program into a durable, coordinated statewide career pathway system. Key discussion themes included developing sustainable investment models, establishing a coherent and standardized work-based learning system, enhancing sector leadership and employer co-design, and improving regional coordination. Furthermore, the meeting addressed strategies for ensuring equity and access, refining apprenticeship and Career Launch definitions to be more flexible, and implementing robust data and accountability systems to measure return on investment.
Jun 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Wa529 Committee Meeting
The committee meeting addressed the Director's update, the setting of the 2026 GET unit price, and the review of the fiscal year 2027 administrative budget proposals. Additionally, the committee discussed the new investment inquiry policy for WA529 Invest, alongside program, marketing, and investment updates for both WA529 Invest and GET.
May 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Washington Student Achievement Council Council Meeting Minutes
The council reviewed Centralia College’s centennial and demographic information, alongside a report on student achievement within the Chehalis school district. Discussions covered the Executive Director's upcoming retirement and recruitment, the status of citizen member appointments, and a legislative review of the 2026 higher education budget and student financial aid cuts. Updates were provided on the Washington Competes FAFSA campaign, and the council formally adopted the 2027 Strategic Action Plan. Additionally, members reviewed reapplication recommendations for the Regional Challenge Grant and addressed strategies for student completion and credit mobility.
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