Students are thinking about their futures earlier. Are schools reaching them in time?

New research from 1,000+ educators, administrators, and students on connecting classroom learning to students’ futures

Nearly 8 in 10 students discover a career that interests them before ninth grade—yet only 10% of middle school students say they experience career readiness in class each week. So where’s the disconnect?

Join Discovery Education for an exclusive first look at new findings from the 2026–2027 Education Insights Report. Discover when students start thinking about their futures, where students’, teachers’, and administrators’ perspectives on career readiness diverge, and what schools can do to make career connections a more meaningful part of everyday learning.

Register to get free, ungated access to the full Education Insights Report as soon as it goes live, plus exclusive insights shared during the live webinar!

What You'll Discover

• The latest research: Key findings and benchmarks on career-connected learning and student readiness
• The perception gap: Where students, teachers, and administrators see career readiness differently
• What schools can do: Practical ways to make career connections more visible across subjects and grade levels
• What’s next: Emerging insights on career readiness, AI, and preparing students for their futures

Why Attend Live

• Go beyond the data: Hear exclusive research and context from industry leaders and expert panelists.
• Get your questions answered: Ask questions and engage with panelists live.
• Join the conversation: Participate in live polls and discussion.
  
  

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About the Education Insights Report

The 2026–2027 Education Insights Report shares new national research on career readiness, future-ready skills, AI, and the evolving role of schools. Based on a survey of nearly 1,400 students, educators, district leaders, and families across the U.S., the report uncovers emerging trends and actionable insights to help schools better prepare students for what's next.