Minnesota Higher Education Services Office

The partnership discussed strategic planning, including the introduction of consultants from the Improve Group and an overview of the strategic planning process. Updates were provided on key projects such as educator workforce initiatives, dual enrollment policy, educational attainment goals, career pathways, financial sustainability, FAFSA supports, and communications strategy. The meeting also included member announcements and closing thoughts.

The meeting included a welcome and introductions, an executive committee transition update, and the introduction of the Deputy Director. A strategic planning kickoff was presented, including an overview of the strategic planning process. The priorities and progress for 2025 were discussed, covering strategic planning, educator workforce, dual enrollment policy, educational attainment goal, career pathways, financial sustainability, FAFSA supports, and communications strategy. Announcements were made, and there was a closing activity.

The 2012 report to the Legislature summarizes the Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership's progress in meeting its goals, which include communicating the importance of college and career readiness, ensuring rigorous course taking in middle and high schools, and closing achievement gaps in STEM disciplines. Recommendations from various committees focus on engaging multiple audiences, creating accessible information, establishing viable pathways for students, ensuring adequate resources, and incorporating cultural competency in teacher development. The Partnership's work plan for FY 2012 and FY 2013 emphasizes reducing the achievement gap and strategic planning for systemic change.

The 2014 report to the Legislature by the Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership focuses on the partnership's progress in implementing the World's Best Workforce legislation. Key areas of focus include addressing the persistent achievement gap in Minnesota's education system, setting goals for school readiness, achieving grade-level literacy, and ensuring career and college readiness for all students. The report highlights the development of a coherent strategy to produce intentional results for all students in the state, emphasizing continuous improvement and accountability through comprehensive district plans and aligned instructional programming.

The 2022 report outlines the Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership's efforts to create a seamless education system maximizing student achievement from early childhood through postsecondary education. It focuses on achieving the state's post-secondary attainment goal of 70% by 2025, with an emphasis on equity and addressing racial disparities. The partnership's work includes initiatives around data use and capacity, credentials of value, financial aid and literacy, and dual credit and exam-based credit. The report also highlights the importance of lifelong learning and aligning credential attainment with workforce needs.