This electronic toolkit provides resources, references, crosswalks and other tools to assist elementary, middle and high schools teachers and administrators in implementing the Pennsylvania (PA) Career Education and Work Standards. There is also a Gap Analysis tool available to measure gaps in your data.
PCD's "I-Statements" were developed and align with the PA Career Education & Work Standards:
Early I-Statements pk-3
Grades 4-5 I-Statements
Intermediate I-Statements - MS
Advanced I-Statements -HS
Pennsylvania's High Priority Occupations
Pennsylvania is home to a growing number of career-oriented, well-paying occupations that offer diverse and numerous opportunities. Whether you’re landing a first job, wanting to advance in your current career or looking to make a change, these Careers in Demand offer something for everyone. This site includes a Statewide High Priority Occupations and Regional High Priority Occupations.
PA Workforce Development
Pennsylvania's Future-Ready Index
O-Net - Comprehensive National Resource
Includes occupational research, (outlooks, salaries), interest inventory, reports, videos and more.
Work-Based Learning Resources
ACTE WBL Toolkit
Perkins Toolkit (USDOE)
NYC Department of Education
Urban Institute