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Renzulli Learning New Mexico Career Readiness Alignment A Comprehensive Guide to Integrating Renzulli Learning with State Standards Renzulli Learning helps New Mexico schools prepare students for college, career, and community life by developing critical thinking, creativity, and executive function (planning, organization, working memory, self-regulation)—the durable skills that drive success in a rapidly changing world. The College and Career Readiness Bureau (CCRB) at the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) leads the state’s college and career readiness system, integrating academic and work-ready skills so students meet the rigorous demands of college and careers and support New Mexico’s economic development. New Mexico requires students to complete 24 units to earn a diploma, with recent legislation (HB171) updating graduation requirements and providing more flexibility in how credits are earned—allowing CTE and work-based learning to count toward certain core requirements while maintaining the 24-credit threshold. A central element of New Mexico’s approach is the Next Step Plan (NSP) —a personal written plan each student develops every year from 8th through 12th grade , aligned to the district or charter graduate profile and completed on a department-approved template. A final Next Step Plan is required prior to graduation. New Mexico also promotes Career Technical Education (CTE) organized around 16 career clusters and programs of study aligned with state labor-market needs, along with work-based learning (WBL) opportunities coordinated by CCRB and partners to provide meaningful workplace experiences. New Mexico Frameworks We Support College and Career Readiness Bureau (CCRB) – https://web.ped.nm.gov/bureaus/college-and-career-readiness-bureau/ Next Step Plan (NSP) – Grades 8–12 – https://web.ped.nm.gov/bureaus/college-and-career-readiness-bureau/counselors-and-advisors/next-step-plan/ High School Graduation – 24-Unit Requirements & HB171 Guidance – (Graduation Manual – HB171) https://web.ped.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/_legacy/2025/01/Graduation-Manual-%E2%80%93-HB171.pdf Career Technical Education (CTE) – Programs of Study & Career Clusters – https://web.ped.nm.gov/bureaus/college-and-career-readiness-bureau/career-technical-education/ Work-Based Learning – Connections to Work – https://web.ped.nm.gov/bureaus/college-and-career-readiness-bureau/connections-to-work/work-based-learning/ How Renzulli Learning Supports New Mexico's Career Readiness Goals Grade Band New Mexico Focus Renzulli Learning Alignment K–5 Career Awareness & Readiness Habits CCRB’s mission is to provide a college and career readiness foundation by integrating academic and work-ready skills , with CTE and career clusters giving students an early understanding of the world of work and local labor-market needs. The Renzulli Profiler surfaces each child’s interests, strengths, and learning preferences , helping teachers connect core instruction to New Mexico’s career clusters and community issues. Early project-based learning (PBL) and daily plan–do–review routines build Executive Function (EF) (planning, focus, self-regulation) and habits of curiosity, collaboration, and problem-solving that lay the groundwork for later Next Step Plans and career exploration. 6–8 Career Exploration & Next Step Plan Foundations Under state law, the Next Step Plan is a personal written plan developed at the end of grade 8 and updated yearly through high school, documenting coursework, goals, and postsecondary intentions on a PED-approved template. Districts often use 8th grade to introduce structured career exploration and four-year planning. The Personal Success Plan (PSP) in Renzulli functions as an early NSP : students record interests, set goals, and track evidence of growth. EF assessment pinpoints planning/working-memory needs; research and design challenges connect students to New Mexico career clusters, approved programs of study, and regional labor-market data ; 21st-century skills activities ( creativity, collaboration, communication ) support the academic and work-ready skills CCRB emphasizes. 9–12 Next Step Plan, 24-Unit Graduation, CTE & WBL To earn a diploma, students must complete 24 units (with updated flexibility under HB171) and maintain an annual Next Step Plan , including a final NSP prior to graduation. HB171 allows CTE and work-based learning to count toward core English, math, or science credits, connecting hands-on learning directly to graduation. CCRB is also developing frameworks for high-quality WBL and capstone projects , tied to graduate profiles and documented within NSPs. Capstones, internships, and Type III projects in Renzulli align seamlessly with CTE programs of study , career clusters , and work-based learning paths . EF reporting supports on-time completion of 24-unit course plans , dual credit, and WBL experiences. PSP artifacts can be mapped directly into the Next Step Plan , documenting coursework, capstones, WBL, and credentials in one coherent story. Creativity (including CTC-aligned tasks ) yields industry-relevant products, presentations, and digital portfolios that show mastery of both academic and work-ready skills . At-Risk / Transition CCRB emphasizes that integrating academic and work-ready skills is essential for all students , and that high-quality CTE, WBL, and graduate profiles are key levers for improving outcomes. The NM Career Guide and workforce resources further support students as they move into postsecondary education, training, or employment. Leadership and workplace modules in Renzulli build confidence, employability, and self-advocacy . Regular PSP/NSP check-ins give counselors and teams a structured way to support students who are off-track, aligning goals and supports with graduate profiles, CTE pathways, and WBL frameworks . Embedded Executive Function routines reinforce persistence, organization, and adaptability as students transition into two- and four-year colleges, technical programs, apprenticeships, the military, or the New Mexico workforce . Core Capabilities (K–12) 21st-Century & Durable Skills Structured activities strengthen creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, adaptability, and professionalism —the same broad competencies highlighted in New Mexico’s CTE and career-readiness work , which integrate rigorous academics, workplace competencies , and career exploration to ensure students are genuinely career-ready . Executive Function (EF) Built-in assessment and growth routines for planning, organization, working memory, and self-regulation help educators scaffold the habits students need to succeed in 24-unit graduation requirements , CTE sequences , work-based learning , and capstone experiences being formalized through CCRB frameworks. Personal Success Plan (PSP) / Next Step Plan Alignment Goal-setting, reflection, and evidence of growth in PSP align directly with New Mexico’s Next Step Plan requirements for grades 8–12 . PSP provides a student-friendly way to track interim and final NSP goals, course choices, WBL and CTE participation, and postsecondary plans—making NSPs true living documents instead of one-time forms. Project-Based Enrichment Student-driven investigations connect to New Mexico’s industry sectors, regional labor-market needs, and community issues , pairing naturally with career clusters, CTE programs of study, and emerging WBL/capstone frameworks . Artifacts from these projects can be referenced in Next Step Plans, graduate profiles, and local portfolio reviews . Profiler-Powered Personalization Interests, strengths, and learning styles from the Renzulli Profiler guide differentiated enrichment and pathway planning so students choose courses, clusters, CTE programs, work-based learning, and postsecondary routes that truly reflect who they are—supporting CCRB’s goal of a student-centered, career-ready system that meets both learner and labor-market needs. Research Evidence & Long-Term Outcomes SEM foundation, career-relevant gains Enrichment-oriented models like the Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) —the foundation of Renzulli Learning —are associated with improved academic performance, more students choosing rigorous coursework (including STEM) , and greater entry into high-value postsecondary fields , all strong indicators of college and career readiness. High-Quality CTE & Pathways National and New Mexico policy work highlight that high-quality CTE programs and structured pathways improve engagement, graduation, and postsecondary outcomes , especially when aligned to labor-market needs and coupled with dual credit, WBL, and clear quality frameworks , priorities reflected in PED’s high-quality CTE and innovation zones discussions. Executive Function as the engine EF assessment plus project workflows build self-management, focus, and perseverance —skills central to success in 24-credit graduation , Next Step Plan implementation , CTE/WBL participation , and capstones tied to graduate profiles, and critical to CCRB’s vision of preparing students for the rigorous demands of college and careers . Why New Mexico Districts Choose Renzulli Learning Aligned & Documented Direct support for New Mexico’s College and Career Readiness system , including Next Step Plans , 24-unit graduation requirements , CTE programs of study and career clusters , work-based learning , and emerging capstone frameworks —all within a coherent, student-centered platform that makes it easier to show evidence of career readiness . Measurable Skill Development Actionable Executive Function data , creativity assessment and growth , and 21st-century skill rubrics help schools demonstrate impact on the academic, technical, and work-ready skills that CCRB and partners emphasize in New Mexico’s CTE, WBL, and graduation redesign work. Future-Ready & Human-Centered Renzulli Learning builds uniquely human strengths— creativity, critical thinking, leadership, collaboration —that complement AI and automation , positioning New Mexico students to thrive in a dynamic labor market while remaining closely aligned to local economic needs and career clusters. Ready to Implement New Mexico Career Readiness Standards? See how Executive Function , creativity , and 21st-century skills translate into stronger Next Step Plans , CTE and work-based learning participation , and postsecondary success for New Mexico students. Schedule a free demo to learn more Start Your Free Trial Today! Your free trial gives you Full Access to Renzulli Learning for 30 Days! Sign Up Now

Renzulli Learning Hawaii Career Readiness Alignment A Comprehensive Guide to Integrating Renzulli Learning with State Standards Renzulli Learning helps Hawaii schools prepare students for college, career, and community by developing creativity, critical thinking, and executive function (planning, organization, working memory, self-regulation)—the durable skills that drive success in school, work, and life. The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) defines graduation through a 24-credit Hawaii High School Diploma , including 4 credits English, 4 Social Studies, 3 Mathematics, 3 Science, 2 World Language/Fine Arts/CTE/JROTC, 1 Physical Education, 0.5 Health, 0.5 Personal Transition Plan (PTP), and 6 electives. A Personal Transition Plan (PTP) is required for all graduates as each student’s plan of action to transition from high school to college and/or careers , with elements of goal setting, resource identification, evidence of action, and self-evaluation , and 0.5 credit awarded in the terminal year. Hawaii’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) uses redesigned Career Pathways and Programs of Study aligned to high-skill, high-wage, high-demand occupations and integrates work-based learning, industry credentials, and dual credit , emphasizing academic, technical, and employability skills. The Hawaii Career Pathway System and the Hawaii State CTE Plan (Perkins V) extend this vision statewide, organizing occupations into pathways and clusters that connect HIDOE, the University of Hawaii system, workforce partners, and employers, with a focus on participant-focused education, consistent assessments, career navigation, and sector strategies . Across all of this work, Nā Hopena Aʻo (HĀ) provides a Department-wide outcomes framework grounded in Hawaiian values, language, culture, and history, strengthening Belonging, Responsibility, Excellence, Aloha, Total Well-Being, and Hawaii (“BREATH”) —competencies explicitly tied to college, career, and community readiness . Hawaii Frameworks We Support Hawaii High School Graduation Requirements (24 credits) – https://hawaiipublicschools.org/academics/graduation-requirements Personal Transition Plan (PTP) — Graduation Requirement – https://hawaiipublicschools.org/academics/preparing-to-graduate/ Career & Technical Education (CTE) — Career Pathways & Programs of Study – https://hawaiipublicschools.org/academics/secondary-middle-high-school/career-technical-education/ Hawaii Career Pathway System — WIOA Pathways & Programs of Study – https://labor.hawaii.gov/wdc/files/2017/12/The-Hawaii-Career-Pathway-System-rev-7-10-17.pdf Hawaii State CTE Plan (Perkins V) – https://www.hawaiip20.org/career-and-technical-education/hawaii-state-cte-plan/ How Renzulli Learning Supports Hawaii's Career Readiness Goals Grade Band Hawaii Focus Renzulli Learning Alignment K–5 Career Awareness & Readiness Habits HIDOE’s Guiding Principles emphasize college, career, and community readiness rooted in connections to culture and place, equity, and the whole child , aligned with Nā Hopena Aʻo (HĀ) outcomes. Early learning should build the attitudes, knowledge, and skills of a public school graduate who can contribute to a global society. The Renzulli Profiler surfaces each child’s interests, strengths, and learning preferences , allowing teachers to connect core instruction to real-world themes in Alaska communities. Early project-based learning (PBL) on community helpers and local issues, plus simple plan–do–review routines , builds Executive Function (EF) (planning, focus, self-regulation) and habits of self-direction, collaboration, and problem-solving —a foundation for later PLCP and CTE planning. 6–8 Career Exploration, HĀ & Pathways The Hawaii Career Pathway System and HIDOE Career Pathways are designed as tools for career awareness, exploration, preparation, and training K–12 , introducing students to pathways and CTE Programs of Study aligned to economic and workforce priorities. Middle grades are also when students begin forming more explicit education and career goals that will feed into the PTP . Personal Success Plan (PSP) in Renzulli functions as an early Personal Transition Plan : students set goals, explore careers, track evidence of progress, and reflect . The Profiler and enrichment database surface experiences connected to Hawaii CTE Career Pathways and local sectors . Structured Type I & II enrichment and short Type III projects build communication, collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving , aligning with employability skills and HĀ outcomes while preparing students for formal PTP benchmarks in high school. 9–12 PTP, CTE Pathways & 24-Credit Diploma To earn a Hawaii High School Diploma , students must complete 24 credits (including 2 credits in World Language/Fine Arts/CTE/JROTC , 0.5 Health , and 0.5 PTP ) plus meet course-level expectations. The PTP is a required 0.5-credit graduation component , initiated at high school entry and reviewed regularly, with grade-band benchmarks culminating in a career portfolio, resume, and post-secondary plan . CTE offers 13 Career Pathways and Programs of Study with embedded work-based learning, industry-recognized credentials, and performance-based assessments . Renzulli Learning’s PSP maps cleanly onto the PTP : goal-setting, resource mapping, evidence collection, and self-evaluation are all built in. Students can link courses, CTE pathways, and extended projects to specific career goals , documenting artifacts in a portfolio that supports PTP, diploma, and CTE Honors recognition. Executive Function assessment and reports help students manage rigorous course loads, 24-credit requirements, Programs of Study, capstones, and work-based learning . Authentic Type III projects, capstones, and internships produce presentations, products, and reflections aligned to HĀ and CTE performance-based assessments. At-Risk / Transition (Post-High, Workforce, and Community) The Hawaii Career Pathway System and State CTE Plan focus on participant-focused education and training, support services, and employment experiences that provide multiple entry and exit points and align with WIOA sector strategies . HIDOE’s 2030 Promise Plan and HĀ emphasize equity, belonging, and a holistic definition of student success , including successful transition into postsecondary education, training, employment, and community contribution . For students who need additional support to graduate on time or to transition successfully, Renzulli Learning provides leadership, workplace, and EF-building modules plus high-interest, strengths-based projects that keep learners engaged. PSP check-ins can be aligned to PTP milestones, CTE or adult-education pathways, and WIOA-aligned services . Progress monitoring dashboards help counselors and transition teams track habits, skills, and artifacts that matter for entry to UH, community colleges, training/apprenticeships, military service, or direct workforce entry , consistent with Hawaii’s career pathway and sector strategy approach. Core Capabilities (K–12) 21st-Century & Durable Skills Renzulli Learning structures experiences to build creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, adaptability, and professionalism —mirroring CTE’s focus on academic, technical, and employability skills and HĀ’s emphasis on belonging, responsibility, excellence, aloha, total well-being, and Hawaii as outcomes for college, career, and community readiness. Executive Function (EF) Built-in EF tools support planning, organization, working memory, and self-regulation , helping students manage 24-credit diploma requirements, PTP tasks, CTE Programs of Study, work-based learning, and capstones —all critical to on-time graduation and readiness for postsecondary and workforce pathways identified in Hawaii’s CTE and career pathway frameworks. Personal Success Plan (PSP) — Aligned to PTP Renzulli’s PSP offers goal-setting, reflection, evidence of growth, and postsecondary planning that can be directly mapped to the Personal Transition Plan , including multi-year career exploration, portfolio artifacts, resume-building, and postsecondary plans described in HIDOE’s PTP guidelines. Project-Based Enrichment & Capstones Student-driven Type III projects , capstones, and internships connect to Hawaii’s career pathways, Programs of Study, and sector priorities , producing artifacts that can support PTP, CTE Honors, and postsecondary applications . Renzulli’s enrichment database makes it easy to design place-based, culturally responsive projects aligned with HĀ and CTE work-based learning benchmarks. Profiler-Powered Personalization The Renzulli Profiler uses students’ interests, strengths, learning and expression styles to personalize academic and career exploration, helping them select courses, pathways, CTE programs, and postsecondary options that fit their profiles—supporting the HIDOE vision that all graduates realize their goals and aspirations and pursue postsecondary education and/or careers . Research Evidence & Long-Term Outcomes Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) foundation Renzulli Learning is built on the Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) , an enrichment-oriented approach associated with higher achievement, more students choosing rigorous coursework (particularly in STEM), and increased entry into high-value postsecondary fields —all key indicators of college and career readiness. CTE & Pathway Outcomes National CTE research and Hawaii’s own CTE and pathway work highlight that high-quality CTE programs and coherent pathways are linked to engagement, graduation, and postsecondary success , especially when aligned to local labor markets and when supported by career navigation tools and work-based learning —precisely the areas where Renzulli’s profiling, PSP, and project-based learning add value. Executive Function & HĀ as the Engine By combining EF assessment with rich projects and reflection, Renzulli Learning strengthens self-management, perseverance, and purpose , reinforcing HIDOE’s HĀ framework and 2030 Promise Plan vision of student success that integrates academic achievement, character, and social-emotional well-being for college, career, and community readiness. Why Hawaii Districts Choose Renzulli Learning Aligned & Documented Renzulli Learning directly supports Hawaii’s graduation requirements , Personal Transition Plan , CTE Career Pathways and Programs of Study , the Hawaii Career Pathway System , and the Hawaii State CTE Plan , while aligning practice with HĀ and the 2030 Promise Plan —giving schools a clear way to document college, career, and community readiness in one platform. Measurable Skill Development Actionable EF data , creativity measures and growth , and 21st-century skill evidence help schools show impact on the academic, technical, employability, and dispositional competencies that Hawaii identifies in its CTE pathways, career pathway system, HĀ framework, and guiding principles . Future-Ready & Human-Centered Renzulli Learning emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, leadership, collaboration, and cultural relevance , complementing AI and automation and supporting Hawaii’s goal that graduates thrive in high-skill, high-wage, high-demand occupations while remaining grounded in Hawaiian values, culture, and a sense of place . Ready to Implement Hawaii Career Readiness Standards? See how Executive Function , creativity , and 21st-century skills translate into stronger PTPs, CTE pathway engagement, graduation outcomes, and postsecondary success for Hawaii students. Schedule a free demo to learn more Start Your Free Trial Today! Your free trial gives you Full Access to Renzulli Learning for 30 Days! Sign Up Now