Indiana has launched a new initiative to connect high school students with direct pathways to further education, employment, or military service. The announcement was made by Governor Mike Braun and Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner, unveiling the honors plus readiness seals within the newly established high school diploma process.
Vanessa Green Sinders, President and CEO of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, expressed support for the initiative. She stated, “This is exactly the type of innovative, bold step that the state needs to take to help ensure Indiana has a robust talent pipeline in place. The guarantees offered by the honors plus readiness seals will foster deeper connections among Hoosier students, universities, and potential employers, leading to greater retention of graduates in the state.”
Sinders emphasized the Chamber’s role in collaborating with employers to promote work-based learning opportunities and to highlight existing employer and workforce needs. “The Indiana Chamber is pleased to be part of the effort in working with employers to promote and provide work-based learning opportunities, as well as act as a convener to highlight employer and workforce demands for the jobs of today and the future. We applaud Governor Braun and Secretary Jenner for implementing this program and see the potential for it to be a real difference-maker,” she added.
The initiative aims to enhance the educational and career prospects for Indiana students, aligning with workforce demands and fostering stronger connections between students and their future opportunities.
