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Education-to-Workforce White Paper 1

July 1, 2026

Arizona has many education and workforce efforts, yet finding a clear path between them can be difficult for students and families. The first paper in this series examines that fragmentation and the opportunities for stronger statewide coordination.

It considers how shared goals and better connections among educators, employers and community partners could make pathways easier to navigate. The paper also recognizes education's broader purpose, while examining how stronger workforce connections can expand access to meaningful opportunities.

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