FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 27, 2025
Contact: Carrie Rose, Program Director
Sacramento Region K-16 Collaborative
Email: carrie@capitolimpact.org
Sacramento education institutions announce groundbreaking data-sharing partnership to boost student access and equity
Collaboration between Sacramento State, the Los Rios Community College District and the Elk Grove Unified School District is latest effort to identify and address barriers to college access and completion
Sacramento, CA – Today, the Sacramento Regional K-16 Collaborative celebrated a groundbreaking secondary data-sharing agreement between Sacramento State, the Los Rios Community College District, and the Elk Grove Unified School District (EGUSD).
This agreement represents a significant step forward in fostering direct data collaboration between educational institutions to enhance student access, streamline transitions, and promote equitable outcomes throughout the region. The formal signing ceremony, held at Sacramento State, marked a new phase of development in regional data-sharing. By working together to securely exchange critical student data, these institutions are taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing barriers to college access and completion.
“Our collaborative effort ensures that students receive the necessary support to navigate their educational journeys successfully,” said Los Rios Community College District Chancellor Brian King. “This partnership allows us to provide a more seamless experience for students as they move between high school, community college, and university, helping to create clearer pathways to high-demand careers. The work with EGUSD will have the greatest immediate impact on Cosumnes River College, but we look forward to expanding to other K-12 districts and, as a result, the other Los Rios colleges in the months and years ahead.”
Sacramento State President Luke Wood emphasized the importance of this agreement in achieving student success and equity.“Bringing our data systems together allows us to make informed decisions that directly benefit students. By deepening collaboration between K-12 and higher education institutions, we can proactively address challenges and create more opportunities for success,” said Wood.
Unlike traditional one-to-one data-sharing agreements, this innovative approach enables educational institutions to work collectively, ensuring that data-driven strategies benefit students at multiple levels.
This agreement will:
- Provide Elk Grove Unified School District with crucial data on students’ postsecondary outcomes to inform strategies that improve college readiness and success.
- Equip Los Rios Community College District and Sacramento State with insights into students’ high school experiences, enabling better academic planning and support services.
- Expand dual enrollment opportunities for high school students, allowing them to earn college credits before graduation.
- Establish a secure and structured legal framework for data sharing, ensuring that student information is protected while fostering collaboration.
“This agreement is a major step forward in creating a more connected and equitable education system in the Sacramento region,” said Christopher R. Hoffman, superintendent of Elk Grove Unified School District. “By sharing data, we can better serve our students and ensure that they are prepared for success in college, career, and beyond.”
“When we share data with one another about our students, their academic goals, and their educational experience, it allows us to build programs and supports around their needs,” said Edward Bush, president of Cosumnes River College. “We don’t just want college-ready students … we want student-ready institutions.”
The Sacramento Regional K-16 Collaborative, launched in 2022, is a key component of California’s statewide initiative to reduce educational and workforce disparities. By leveraging data-sharing partnerships, the collaborative continues to pave the way for a future-ready workforce and a more inclusive regional economy.
For more information about the Sacramento K-16 Collaborative and ongoing initiatives, visit Sacramento K-16 Collaborative
