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DQC’s blog is your source for news, perspectives, and thought leadership from DQC staff and partners in the world of education data.

09.21.26
The RESULTS Act Is a Down Payment on the Data Systems States Actually Need
Consistent federal investments have been a critical component of supporting states to build statewide longitudinal data systems (SLDSs) that provide…
07.08.26
Workforce Pell Is Finally Here. What Now?
Now, those looking for careers after high school, working adults, and people changing careers can potentially access Pell Grants for…
05.12.26
Georgia and New Jersey Lead the 2026 Push to Codify SLDS Governance
This year, New Jersey has already joined the ranks of states codifying cross-agency data governance, and Georgia is one step…
03.10.26
What States Can Do Now to Get Ready for Workforce Pell
The success of Workforce Pell grant program will rely on data to ensure that it can deliver on its promise…
01.21.26
Four Federal Priorities We’re Watching in 2026
This year, DQC hopes to see Congress and the administration work collaboratively to return stability to the workforce data and…
01.20.26
Three Data Policy Priorities States Should Champion in 2026
As the federal data landscape continues to shift, state leaders must now, more than ever, ensure that data works for…
10.09.25
Codifying an Early Childhood Integrated Data System: Lessons From Texas Advocates
Long recognizing the need for better early childhood data in Texas, the Texas Early Learning Council and other Texas early…
09.18.25
The Administration’s Vision for the American Workforce: Potential Data Benefits and Areas of Concern
Robust state data systems and adequate privacy protections are critical to implementing the administration’s proposed workforce strategy, and should be…
08.14.25
The So What: What We’re Watching, Week of August 11
The so what on how the BLS removal may impact trust in data.
03.21.25
Building It Right: Why California’s Data System Is Worth the Wait
California’s Cradle to Career (C2C) Data System will soon launch its first dashboard, marking a major milestone in the state’s…
03.20.25
Leveraging Data to Support the Workforce: The Value of Interstate Licensure Compacts
Interstate licensure compacts are an example of how leaders can leverage data to address workforce challenges that face states…
02.10.25
Building A Workforce Data Ecosystem That Works for Everyone
The public workforce system provides a variety of supports and opportunities, but needs data to do its work effectively.

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