Shaping the Future With the Next Generation

Sharing insights from today’s youth to shape tomorrow’s solutions.

Spotlight

Gen Z feels optimistic about the future. How do we best prepare them for it?

Engagement in school continues to be the most important factor in K-12 students’ outlook on the future and their current lives. They emphasize the importance of community and feeling prepared to pursue their passions.

79% of Gen Z believe they have a great future, but only 51% feel prepared to reach it.

Gen Z’s optimism for the future is a powerful asset. Their positive outlook can  be harnessed and supported through targeted educational programs that build on their strengths and aspirations.

Only 35% of K-12 students feel they are acquiring skills relevant to their future careers.

Prioritizing engagement, providing hands-on learning and making real-world connections can better prepare students for the future.

About Next Gen Insights

Listening to the needs of the next generation is critical to creating systems that unlock the full potential of our nation’s youth.

Created by the Walton Family Foundation, Next Gen Insights is sharing vital insights and data from today’s youth. Together, we can create a future that matches the priorities and needs of the next generation.

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