The Madison Metropolitan School District plans to increase the number of students graduating with credits or credentials with post-secondary value by the 2026-2027 school year.
“This focus ensures our graduates leave MMSD not only with options and confidence, but with high-value credentials that open doors to real opportunity,” Cindy Green, MMSD’s assistant superintendent of strategy and innovation, said in a statement. “We want every student to have meaningful experiences that connect their learning to life beyond high school.”
These post-secondary opportunities include college-level coursework, industry-recognized certifications or work-based learning experiences.
According to MMSD, about 64% of its 2025 class earned college credit through advanced placement, dual credit or dual enrollment courses. This is the highest percentage in five years. Students accessed 33 AP courses, 10 dual credit offerings and 273 dual enrollment opportunities through Early College Academies and Start College Now.
“By linking learning to purpose, we are supporting students in preparing for college while also helping them uncover their passions,” Mary Jankovich, MMSD’s executive director of college, career, and community readiness, said in a statement. “Our forward-looking efforts guarantee that every MMSD graduate can envision a pathway ahead that is both attainable and motivating.”
The district will explore ways to ensure the opportunities reach all students, regardless of equity barriers such as transportation, course scheduling or awareness.
