GIA is a regional intermediary organization aimed at increasing postsecondary credential attainment, adding more qualified people to the workforce, and contributing to a thriving economy. They bring together leaders across K-20 education, civic, and business sectors to work together in new and innovative ways to achieve educational and economic success.
The Alliance is the hub for the Linked Learning movement. They serve a broad coalition of educators, employers, community organizations, and technical assistance providers that together bring Linked Learning to life for hundreds of thousands of young people. They inform and support the work and give it voice and connect and align people in K–12 schools, higher education, industry, and government who collaborate to bring Linked Learning experiences to students.
Research shows that course performance in 9th grade is a strong predictor of on-time high school graduation and course failure in 9th grade a strong predictor of dropping out.