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Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness

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During the 2024 session, the Minnesota Legislature renamed World's Best Work Force (WBWF) to Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness (CACR). This new name emphasizes dual roles for the goals set forth in district plans—supporting students with academic achievement within their pre-K through 12 experience as well as preparing them to be active members of their community after graduation. This change will take effect as of the 2024-25 school year strategic plans and Fall 2025 annual summary report.

CACR plans will address the following goals:

  • All children are ready for school.
  • All racial and economic achievement gaps between students are closed.
  • All students are ready for career and college.
  • All students graduate from high school.

  • Prepare students to be lifelong learners.

Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness Plan

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A WBWF/CACR strategic plan is a multi-year, detailed document that illustrates how a district or charter school will execute its goals or initiatives concerning the WBWF/CACR goals. The success of each plan will be measured by:

  • Participation rate of Kindergarten readiness events
  • MCA scores
  • College entrance exams
  • Graduation rates
  • Student surveys

Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness Annual Meeting

Under Minnesota Statues, Section 120B.11, school districts are required to hold an annual meeting regarding progress made towards the Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness (CACR) goals. During the annual meeting, the District presents the goals and results, along with strategies and initiatives that the District engaged in to meet the goals. 

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