To be career and college ready, students need core foundational knowledge and skills in areas like reading, math, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility. They also need flexibility to develop interests and passions in particular career fields. Today's students face a different job landscape than the past, with more emphasis on continuous learning, mobility, and international competition. Most future jobs will require education beyond high school, so students must graduate with the ability to succeed in college coursework or workforce training programs.