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VISION AND GOALS

Envision our region — the dynamic and diverse counties and communities of the greater San Francisco East Bay area — as characterized by successful students, productive citizens, and thriving cities.

Our mission is to create a world-class system of education that ensures all students will succeed in 21st century careers.

Our goals are to ensure that every student will

  • be prepared for school
  • succeed academically and be ready for meaningful work and/or college
  • enroll in postsecondary education
  • graduate from postsecondary education
  • enter a productive career


GOALS FOR STUDENTS INDICATORS
Be Prepared for School
  • Percentage advanced or proficient on English Language CST, Grade 3
  • Percentage advanced or proficient on Math CST, Grade 3
Succeed Academically
  • Percentage advanced or proficient on Algebra I CST by end of 8th grade
  • Graduation rate
  • Percentage meeting A-G requirements in high school
Be Enrolled in School
  • Percentage taking the SAT, 12th grade
  • Percentage taking the ACT, 12th grade
  • Persistence/retention rate from grade 13 to 14 (California State University, East Bay) for students from Gateways districts
Graduate from Post Secondary Education
  • Percentage of students from Gateways districts graduating from California State University, East Bay within 6 years
Enter a Productive Career
  • Percentage of students from Gateways districts graduating from California State University, East Bay in STEM majors