A focus on 21st Century skills

This is an interesting article about a group who have recognized that traditional skills being taught in some school districts are not preparing today's youth for a productive adult life.  Some schools are now recognizing that college is not designed for every student, and they should focus on other career and technical paths.  This could also increase the graduation rate for those students who now see a direct link between what they learn in school and real world options in their lives.  Making education relevant in the 21st century is a novel idea whose time has come. 

http://www.americaspromise.org/News-and-Events/News-and-Features/APB-2011/Vol-6/Pathways-to-Prosperity.aspx