English and Science
College Readiness Project

The 2004 Master Plan for Higher Education in Washington called for defining college readiness in several core subjects, including math, science, English, social studies, and the arts.

In 2005, the state provided funds for the Higher Education Coordination Board to define college readiness in English and science. Phase 1 (2006-07) produced preliminary English and science college readiness definitions. 

In Phase 2 (2008-09), pilot teams of teachers will integrate the definitions in lesson plans and curricula in high school classrooms. An anticipated Phase 3 (2010-11) would provide statewide professional development.

The English and Science College Readiness Project is an ongoing collaborative effort involving K-12 and higher education stakeholders that is intended to:

• Define what students must know and be able to do to succeed in entry-level, credit-bearing college coursework;

• Align requirements for college success with the learning outcomes emphasized in K-12 reform; and

• Be relevant to today’s technology-driven workplace, which increasingly requires students to have education beyond high school and higher-level skills.

For more information about the English and science college readiness project, go to: http://collegereadinesswa.org/

Transition Math Project

In 2004, the state provided funds for the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges to develop college readiness standards in mathematics. This is being accomplished through the Transition Math Project, which is also funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

For more information: www.transitionmathproject.org/highlights.asp.

The TMP also is a collaborative effort involving state educational stakeholders.

College Readiness Contacts:

Ricardo Sanchez, Project Manager

ricardos@hecb.wa.gov

360.753.7833

Julie Jacob, Project Coordinator

jjacob@highline.edu

206.870.3784

Board Reports

Policy Brief on College Readiness for the Arts, Social Studies, and World Languages (January 2007)

Status Report on English and Science College Readiness (October 2006)

College Readiness Project (October 2005)
Proposed Rules -- Minimum Freshman Admission Requirements (June 2005)
Proposed Rules -- Minimum Freshman Admission Requirements (January 2005)
Revising Minimum Freshman Admission Requirements (December 2004)
Minimum College Admission Standards Review (February 2004)
Minimum Admissions Standards: HECB Admissions Policy for Alternative Admissions (April 2001)