2024 Brief on Timely Employment

Oct 24, 2024 | Briefs

A college education is an investment in the future, offering a pathway to higher earnings that can offset the cost of attendance and lead to a better standard of living. However, failing to secure stable employment soon after college can result in long-term...

58% of Nebraska public students

Sep 16, 2024 | Instant Insights

58% of #Nebraska public students who had below standard third grade reading levels achieved reading proficiency by 7th grade, compared to 93% of students who met standards and 99% of students who exceeded standards. View the reading brief here:...

77% of third graders achieve reading scores

Sep 13, 2024 | Instant Insights

Did you know that 77% of third graders achieve reading scores on the #Nebraska state assessment that meet or exceed #reading standards? Read more about what happens later in their academic journey here:...

Students with better reading skills in 3rd grade

Sep 12, 2024 | Instant Insights

Students with better reading skills in 3rd grade are more likely to go to college. In 2021, Nebraska students went to college at rates of 86% if they exceeded 3rd grade reading standards, 73% if they met standards & just 53% if they were below. Read more:...

Providing prior meaningful in-state employment

Aug 30, 2024 | Instant Insights

Providing prior meaningful in-state employment opps is crucial for retaining talent in Nebraska. Earnings thresholds to achieve at least a 50% chance of talent retention are $400 for in-state & $7,800 for OOS 2-year students, & $400 for in-state & $17,500...