The document outlines a plan to redesign workforce education in Mississippi. It proposes new career discovery courses from 7th to 9th grade, increased articulation between high school career pathways and post-secondary education, and integrating academic and vocational skills. The goal is to better prepare students for 21st century jobs and reduce high school dropout rates.

1. Redesigning Education For The 21 st Century Workforce in Mississippi

4. On Target With A New Direction Mississippi Career Pathways with Increased Articulation with Post-secondary 10 th – 12 th Grade Academic and Vocational Education Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) 9 th Grade Technology Discovery Information and Communication Technology II (ICT II) 8 th Grade Computer Discovery Information and Communication Technology I (ICT I) 7 th Grade Career Discovery To… From..