Collaborative Action Network

High School & Beyond

Outcome Area: High School Graduation & Post-Secondary Pathways

Overview:

The High School & Beyond Collaborative Action Network(CAN) is focused on supporting youth and young adults in successfully navigating their high school experiences and transitioning into meaningful post-secondary pathways—whether that’s college, career, or another chosen future.

What Does This Collaborative Action Network (CAN) Do?

• Gathers educators, employers, community leaders, and youth advocates to drive equitable support for students.

• Identifies and addresses gaps in guidance, resources, and access to post-secondary planning.

• Engages in continuous learning, strategy design, and networked action across institutions.

• Builds stronger systems that affirm youth identity, aspirations, and belonging.

How Will This CAN Improve Outcomes?

This CAN strengthens alignment between education, workforce, and community support systems. The collective work helps more students graduate high school prepared and excited for their next step—especially those traditionally underserved by existing systems.

Core Values

• Youth Voice: Centering young people’s lived experiences and leadership.

• Opportunity: Expanding access to education and career pathways.

• Equity: Addressing racial and economic disparities in student outcomes.

• Community Collaboration: Working together across sectors to improve success rates.

Who Can Join?

If you care about youth thriving in high school and beyond, you’re welcome! This CAN thrives on intergenerational input and cross-sector collaboration. No expertise is required—just commitment to the work.

Participating Partners

• Lake Washington School District (LWSD)

• Bellevue School District (BSD)

• King County

• Friends of Youth

• Eastside For All

• Rainier Athletes

• Youth Eastside Services (YES)

• Hopelink

• Youth Advocates & Parents