CBIA report recommends reforming career path programs

Connecticut Inside Investigator – Friday, April 3, 2026
By Alex Appel

A recent report published by the Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA) found the state’s high-school-to-career pipeline is lacking, and suggests opportunities for improvement. The report focuses on boosting understanding of the current job market in Connecticut and developing strategies to place high school graduates in jobs after they graduate.

Around 57,000 people ages 15 to 26 are not in employment, education, or professional training (NEET), the report states. An additional 49,000 high school students are showing signs of future disconnection, including chronic absenteeism, falling behind on credits, and behavioral incidents.

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