Postsecondary and Career Expectations (PaCE) Framework
The Illinois PaCE Framework was developed to provide guidance to students, families, and educators on what types of experiences and information a student should have in order to make the most informed decisions about college and career planning. The intent of the PaCE Framework is for it to be an organizing tool to help acknowledge and connect areas of success and identify those that may need additional attention or resources.
In District 86 each student will have an individualized learning plan that will help to make decisions about career and postsecondary education or training, plan a course of study, and make financial aid assessments with family members.
The PaCE Framework has been adopted by the Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Board of Higher Education, Illinois Community College Board, and the Illinois Student Assistance Commission for benchmarking key points in the college and career planning process for students.
Use the following link to view a printable version of the District 86 Postsecondary and Career Expectations (PaCE) Framework.
Experiences To Explore Throughout Four Years Of High School
☑︎ Enroll as appropriate in early college credit classes
☑︎ Select coursework for postsecondary/career plans with ISBE College and Career Readiness Indicators
☑︎ Determine readiness for college-level coursework in math/ELA and enrollment in "catch up" courses
☑︎ Visit at least 3 postsecondary institutions
☑︎ Attend a career exploration day, presentation, activity, shadowing, etc., (all grades)
☑︎ Be aware of youth employment opportunities while in high school
☑︎ Complete an elective course to explore career interests
☑︎ Opportunity to participate in work-based learning continuum activities (shadowing, internship, etc.)
☑︎ General timing of postsecondary applications