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2014The Sixth Annual Report to Mayor Michael A. NutteR
Philadelphia Council for College and Career success
Table of contents
06 Making an impact IN 2014
04 Preparing for the future
08 Celebrating success IN 2014
10 Why this work matters
12 Envisioning the Future
14 Council Member organizations
About the councilThe Philadelphia Council for College and Career Success (the Council) works to ensure that Philadelphia’s youth become productive citizens who are ready to participate fully in our region’s workforce and the life of the city. Moreover, the mission of the Council is to provide leadership and advocacy in support of Mayor Michael A. Nutter’s education goals:
1. Increase the graduation rate to 80% (cut the dropout rate in half) by 2014, and2. Double the baccalaureate attainment rate of Philadelphians by 2017.
Specifically, the Council is charged with envisioning and developing citywide partnerships, strategies and infrastructures to support youth attainment of 21st century skills and post-secondary education. This is accomplished through the alignment of priorities and resources across various youth development, education and social services efforts.
Additionally, the Council functions as the federally mandated Perkins Participatory Planning Committee, through which it examines and oversees all Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming across the School District of Philadelphia.
The Council is a standing committee of the Philadelphia Works Board and is convened and supported by the Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN). As the contracted YouthWorks Administrator by Philadelphia Works, PYN administers Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funding for youth programming on behalf of the Council and Philadelphia Works. Additionally, PYN leverages funding and aligns campaigns and initiatives with the Council’s goals and priorities.
Preparing youth
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I see the true impact we can make when we work across sectors and in
partnership on behalf of young people.Jay Spector President & CEO, JE
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1 Please note that the graduation rates presented in this graph were calculated under the District’s old local methodology. This methodology attributes students to the school of 9th grade attendance and does not exclude students who transfer to charter schools. Starting this transitional year, the District is adopting a new graduation rate calculation that by, attributing students to their most recent school of attendance and excluding students who transferred to a charter school , is more closely aligned with the method used by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
* The percentages of first-time 9th graders in 2009-10 and 2010-11 who graduated within 4, 5 or 6 years will be available in 2015 and 2016, respectively.
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As members of the Philadelphia Council for College and Career Success (the Council), we have spent the past six years dedicating our time, efforts, resources and energy to ensure that Philadelphia’s youth become productive citizens who are educated and ready to participate fully in our region’s workforce. Collectively, we are tasked with understanding the demands that will be made on the future workforce, what education, skills and knowledge young people need to be equipped with and how we can work together to best prepare them.
Over time, this charge has led to six years of meaningful and evolving work in which each Council member has played a pivotal role. This year in particular, our work has changed and grown to meet the needs of the current economy, changing workforce demands and employment realities. Together, we remained committed to ensuring that our strategies are preparing young people for the success we know they can achieve.
In recent years, Philadelphia public schools have grappled with a devastating fiscal challenge that has forced our schools to operate under a severe budget shortfall. Despite these trying times, we have seen incredible progress and the true impact that we can make as a city. Since 2007, Philadelphia’s four-year high school graduation rate has increased by 12 percentage points and the six-year high school graduation rate has increased by 10 percentage points. In addition, we have seen historic increases in investments in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and WorkReady Philadelphia.
In this year’s report to Mayor Nutter, we are pleased to present these successes and the many others that we have accomplished while working alongside one another. Take a moment to reflect on the data presented in this year’s report as we look forward to another year of strong partnership on behalf of Philadelphia’s youth.
preparing for the future
AS WE CHRONICLE our 2014 ACCOMPLISHMENTS, WE WILL REINFORCE OUR FIVE KEY AREAS OF FOCUS:
Data That Drives Us: 16% of youth are unemployed (nationally)
1 in 7 young adults are not in school or working (nationally)
1 in 5 young adults are disconnected (locally)
the skills gap is growing. as a council, we need to take action.
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Creating a citywide system for dropout prevention and
re-engagement of disconnected students
Aligning and monitoring the city’s diverse youth-related funding streams, including
youth funds and activities authorized by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Aligning the various resources that support a college-going culture
and specifically enhancing the connections and transitions between
high school and college
Expanding and improving youth workforce
development efforts in the city
Influencing the design of an
enhanced CTE system
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3,360Multiple Pathways to
Graduation seats
were secured
Local business and philanthropic
support created
1,750 summer work experiences
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70%
4-year high school graduation rate (First-time 9th graders of 2010-11)
4, 5 and 6-year high school graduation rate (First-time 9th graders of 2008-09)
50% 78%of 2013 high school graduates enrolled in college within one year
of 2008 high school graduates earned an Associates/ 2-year degree within 6 years
of 2012 high school graduates returned to college for a 2nd consecutive year
of 2008 high school graduates earned a B.A./4-year college degree within 6 years
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$11,361,783WIA/TANF 53%
$7,847,673 Local Public Sector 36%
Creating a citywide system
for dropout prevention and re-engagement
of disconnected students
WORKREADY 2014 FUNDING
$2,395,400Private Sector 11%
making an impact IN 2014
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30,000people served by PhillyGoes2College
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Aligning and monitoring
funding streams
Aligning resources
that support a college-
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5,424 Graduation Coaches trained
since 2010
Building Sustainability in CTE
46Increased school-based administrative
knowledge and expertise in CTE by enrolling
46 principals in PACTA and Temple University’s
CTE Director’s Program
545 Increased skills and knowledge of CTE teachers
and academic core teachers by offering training
to 545 teachers
68Contracted with 68 youth-serving organizations
8,195
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WorkReady summer
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$6,390,000infused into the local economy through youth wages
via WorkReady
114CTE programs offered
2,019certifications earned
5,143youth served through CTE
of In-School Youth model participants were promoted from 11th to 12th grade
of Out-of-School Youth model participants demonstrated skill gain of one or more Educational Functioning Levels (EFLs)
of WorkReady summer participants were more interested in furthering their education
of WorkReady summer participants were more confident in their ability to obtain a job
of WorkReady summer participants were eligible to receive elective credit (of those who received a grade for the contextual learning component)
of WorkReady summer participants showed gains in at least one 21st century skills area
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2All-Academy High Schools established
56unique industry certifications offered
9,953 youth served in
WorkReady year-round
and summer programs
(unduplicated count)
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public 33%
private 14%
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Influencing the design of an enhanced
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High School Graduation Rates Increase in Philadelphia
As the Council continues its efforts to support the Mayor’s education goals, it is critical to recognize that Philadelphia saw sizable increases in both the four-year and six-year high school graduation rates. The four-year rate increased to 65 percent, which is 12 percentage points higher than it was in 2007. Additionally, the six-year rate increased to 70 percent, which is 10 percentage points higher than it was in 2007. These improvements underscore the power of collective impact to address these important education goals.
Bridge to Success Launches pilot Embedding literacy supports into academic and workforce programming is a core approach of the Council’s interventions. The Center for Literacy (CFL), in conjunction with two Accelerated High Schools (AHSs) and Project U-Turn, sought to better address the academic and social readiness of students entering AHSs through launching the Bridge to Success pilot. This pilot supplemented the standard AHS approach to orientation and re-engagement to boost students’ literacy skills. Bridge to Success was launched in the fall of 2013 and served 72 youth during the 2013-14 school year. Year 2 of the pilot program commenced in September 2014.
Accelerated High School Leadership Establishes Community of PracticeRecognizing the power of continuous learning, the School District of Philadelphia asked Project U-Turn to undertake an effort to reestablish a Community of Practice among the District’s Accelerated High School (AHS) leadership. This group, led by the Mayor’s Office of Education and the Philadelphia Youth Network, is working toward improving the provision of schooling across all of the District’s alternative settings. The Community of Practice will provide a learning-based environment for AHS providers to share and build upon best practices and to collectively address challenges.
America’s Promise Alliance Hosts Focus Group with Formerly Disconnected YouthResearchers from the America’s Promise Alliance returned to Philadelphia to conduct a follow-up focus group with formerly disconnected youth from the city’s E3 Centers. The focus group examined both barriers and opportunities for re-engagement of youth. Findings were incorporated into the “Don’t Call Them Dropouts” report — a study supported by the Center for Promise, a partnership between America’s Promise and Tufts University.
research study highlights barriers for pregnant and parenting teens Public Citizens for Children and Youth (PCCY) commissioned a research study to uncover barriers to high school completion among pregnant and parenting teens in Philadelphia’s Multiple Pathways to Graduation portfolio. The report was released in April 2014, highlighting the experiences and struggles of parenting students and a series of recommendations for implicated systems and stakeholders to improve outcomes for parenting students in Philadelphia’s alternative education programs.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Signed into Law
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), signed into law July 22, 2014, replaces the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and represents the first legislative reform in 15 years of the public workforce system. With re-authorization of WIA , the U.S. Department of Labor announced that regulations for the Act will be available for public comment in early spring. The Council, Philadelphia Works’ Board and citywide partners provided support letters and recommendations for the changing principles outlined in WIOA.
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city of Philadelphia unites for record investments In 2014, the City of Philadelphia and the local business and philanthropic communities gave historic investments to WorkReady Philadelphia. The City of Philadelphia invested more than $7M, including $3.6M from the Department of Human Services, in summer and year-round employment programs.
Connect2College Launches to Share Information about College
PhillyGoes2College launched Connect2College, which uses multiple platforms to provide vital college access information to Philadelphians. Connect2College utilizes computer labs, mobile texting programs and the Internet to offer free services to assist and promote college access.
Career Exposure Pilot launches for middle-school-age youth
Through leveraged dollars, the Council piloted the Career Exposure Program under WorkReady to provide 273 middle-school-age youth with opportunities to develop the beginnings of a strong vocational identity, to understand what careers are available in local, high-priority growth industries and to explore what skills and experiences those careers require.
In-School and Out-of-School Youth Models Assessed for Strategy DevelopmentIn January 2014, the Philadelphia Youth Network completed a comprehensive evaluation of WIA-funded In-School Youth and Out-of-School Youth models. The evaluation was overseen by a cross-functional team of WorkReady and Project U-Turn members. Results from the evaluation were used to inform and to strengthen investment strategies and model designs for the upcoming program year.
Mayor Michael A. Nutter Creates Youth Safety TaskforceIn January, youth representatives from PYN, Youth United for Change and the Mayor’s Youth Commission made a presentation to the Mayor on how youth can serve as advocates for youth safety in Philadelphia.
office of career and technical education provides teacher externships
The School District of Philadelphia’s Office of Career and Technical Education (CTE), with support from WorkReady Philadelphia, launched a Teacher Externship Program Pilot to provide academic and CTE teachers from CTE programs across the school district with an opportunity to observe and interact with professionals in related industry areas. Thirty teachers from six schools were partnered with 10 companies across multiple industries to spend a week observing and engaging in activities to learn how classroom content, competencies and strategies are applied in the workplace.
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WIA/TANF ($12M) via Philadelphia Works
LEVERAGED ($16M) via the Philadelphia Youth Network
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND FUNDS leveraged via Council member organizations
Collective impact is not new to us in Philadelphia. As Council members, we know that to see success, we need to commit to collaboration, work across sectors and focus on achieving common goals.
As we implement our own collective impact work, a strong backbone and leveraged funds play a significant role in our ability to be scalable and flexible in the face of change. In fiscal year 2015, nearly 60 percent of the funds available to support the Council’s work will be secured and leveraged by the Philadelphia Youth Network.
This Council and the leaders at the table are all playing pivotal parts in shaping the
quality of Philadelphia’s future workforce.
“Daniel K. Fitzpatrick President and CEO of Citizens Bank, Pennsylvania, N
ew Jersey and Delaware
The Council’s Funding – Fiscal year 2015
As we work collectively to grow the resources available, it is inspiring to pause and imagine if we were able to achieve our goals:
1. Increase the graduation rate to 80%, and2. Double the baccalaureate attainment rate of Philadelphians.
The impact would be remarkable. Young people would succeed, communities would thrive, businesses would have a stronger workforce and our economy would improve. Based on the information shared in this report, it is clear to see that when we work collectively, our young people benefit.
Daniel K. Fitzpatrick President and CEO of Citizens Bank, Pennsylvania, New Je
rsey and Delaware
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Post-Secondary alignment
Middle School Youth
Capacity Building
Older Youth
Workforce Metric
Envisioning the FutureIn response to recent data about workforce and education trends, the Council undertook a year-long strategic planning process designed to guide the work moving forward. This process identified five priority areas that will allow the Council to expand its work, serve a wider age range of youth, track progress and further enhance adult practitioner capacity and post-secondary alignment.
Based on this effort, the age range of youth we serve will expand to 12-24, and our work will move forward with the following five priority areas: serving middle school youth, developing interventions for youth aged 22-24, aligning post-secondary efforts, developing and aligning strategies to train adult practitioners, and developing a metric to track our workforce-related activities. As we progress, we will continue to ensure citywide alignment with Philadelphia’s workforce system coordinated by Philadelphia Works.
This Council demonstrates that systemic reform and change are possible. It is inspiring to see so many organizations
come together and commit to creating a better future for youth.
Vanessa Garrett-Harley Commissioner, city of philadelphia – department of Human Services
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council member Organizations*
Center for Literacy
Citi Foundation
Citizens Bank
City of Philadelphia – Department of Commerce
City of Philadelphia – Department of Human Services
City of Philadelphia – Department of Parks and Recreation
City of Philadelphia District Attorney
Comcast Corporation
Congresso De Latino Unidos
District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund
Drexel University
Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Independence Blue Cross
Job Opportunity Investment Network
John S. & James L. Knight Foundation
Laborers’ District Council of the Metropolitan Area of Philadelphia & Vicinity
Mayor’s Office of Education
Pennoni Associates (Board Member)
Pennsylvania Coalition of Public Charter Schools
Philadelphia Academies, Inc.
Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO
Philadelphia Education Fund
Philadelphia Federation of Teachers
Philadelphia Housing Authority
Public Citizens for Children & Youth
School District of Philadelphia
School Reform Commission
Southeast Asian Mutual Assistance Association Coalition (SEAMAAC)
U.S. DOL – Job Corps
United Way of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey
University City District
University of Pennsylvania
Urban Affairs Coalition
William Penn Foundation
Youth Representative
Youth United for Change
Anthony S. Bartolomeo (Presiding Chair) President & CEO, Pennoni AssociatesDr. William R. Hite, Jr. Superintendent, School District of PhiladelphiaDr. Lori Shorr Chief Education Officer, Mayor’s Office of Education
*List as of January 2015. For a full list, visit philadelphiacouncil.org.
council Leadership Team
In order to reach our highest potential, young people like me need support and community
leaders to believe in us and show what opportunities are possible through
hard work and patience. It’s more than just work, it’s about building a better life, and
a better Philadelphia.
“Kimberly Pham former youth Participant and current project u-turn collaborative member
To learn more about the Council and its initiatives,
visit www.philadelphiacouncil.org.
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