Resource Hub

The Policy Brief Vol. 7 provides an overview of the 2026-27 Proposed California State Budget and its implications for education, workforce development, and the future of regional collaboratives. The brief highlights key funding and policy priorities, as the proposed budget invests significantly in education programs statewide, with expanded early education, community schools, and career pathway development emerging as major priorities. Read more to explore the major funding highlights and what this might mean for regional partnerships. 

The Sacramento K-16 Collaborative’s Impact Report highlights how cross-sector partnerships between schools, colleges, employers, and community organizations are creating real opportunities for students. From expanding dual enrollment and strengthening transfer pathways to building career-aligned programs in healthcare, engineering, and computing, this report shows how collaboration is shaping a stronger, more equitable regional workforce, and preparing the students of today for the careers of tomorrow.

This quarter’s policy brief by Capitol Impact delves into the apprenticeship landscape. The Sacramento K-16 Collaborative can strengthen career readiness by integrating apprenticeship pathways into high school, AA, or BA degrees, connecting students directly to quality jobs, industry partnerships, and meaningful opportunities for economic mobility.

Let us know that you’re ready to explore participation in the Collaborative. Completing the Data Sharing Interest Form indicates your institution’s interest in taking the next steps.

Read the following case studies to learn some of the ways in which the data sharing agreement is currently being implemented.

This quarter’s policy brief by Capitol Impact delves into key strategies for improving access to higher education in California. It outlines the state’s approach to workforce development through the California Jobs First initiative and evaluates the progress of the Master Plan for Career Education. The brief also examines the Governor’s Proposed 2025-2026 Budget and its potential impact on education and career pathways. In addition, it provides an in-depth analysis of the state’s policies with a focus on goals related to workforce training and career readiness. Considerations are presented for the Sacramento K-16 Collaborative, highlighting opportunities for advocacy and strategic alignment with state goals to enhance career education and college affordability for all learners.

This quarter’s policy brief by Capitol Impact focuses on the Recovery with Equity recommendation adopted by the Sacramento K-16 Collaborative to make college more affordable. The brief analyzes how state policy and programs are addressing the cost of college as well as the implications and opportunities for the Sacramento K-16 Collaborative to make access to college more equitable and affordable for all learners. Considerations are presented for each Sacramento K-16 Collaborative workgroup, as well as opportunities for Collaborative advocacy.

The aim of this informational session is to explore the Sacramento K-16 Collaborative data sharing agreement and pilot project. The meeting details an in-depth look at the Primary MOU and Secondary Data Agreement, with specifics to security and governance frameworks, and describes how to have additional institutions join.

This initial section of the policy brief outlines the state-level initiatives that influence education and workforce policy. Additionally, it includes a concise overview of student outcomes in higher education state-wide, highlighting areas of both growth and concern. By comprehending both student outcomes and these system-wide initiatives, the Collaborative can leverage potential opportunities for regional projects while also addressing any foreseeable challenges.

This initial section of the policy brief outlines the state-level initiatives that influence education and workforce policy. Additionally, it includes a concise overview of student outcomes in higher education state-wide, highlighting areas of both growth and concern. By comprehending both student outcomes and these system-wide initiatives, the Collaborative can leverage potential opportunities for regional projects while also addressing any foreseeable challenges.

This first section of the policy brief provides an overview of the state-level initiatives in play that will impact higher education policy. In addition, a brief overview of trends in the field offers insight into areas of concern and opportunity. Understanding the current system-wide initiatives allows for the regional projects of the Collaborative to take advantage of potential future benefits as well as attempt to mitigate any identifiable concerns.