Resources to help you implement the Invest Forward strategies

Learn more about how to maximize the effectiveness of your stimulus investments with resources from Invest Forward and our expert collaborating organizations from across the country. We encourage you to get in touch with us if you need support in developing or implementing your investment strategies.


Invest Forward Impact Snapshot


How can we make the most of the American Rescue Plan resources?


Why invest in postsecondary pathways?


How can we make the most of the American Rescue Plan resources?


How Can We Ensure a Return on Investment for Stimulus Funds?


How may districts use ESSER and GEER funds to specifically support high school students?


How Much ARP Funding Can Be Invested in Postsecondary Pathways?


American Rescue Plan FAQ


How Can We Encourage Districts to Invest Forward? Guidelines for Education Advocacy Organizations


How Can We Encourage Districts to Invest Forward? Guidance for the Business and Workforce Community


How Can I Encourage My Child's District to Invest Forward? Guidance for Parents and Families


How Can We Encourage Districts to Invest Forward? Guidance for Higher Education Leaders


How Are States and Districts Investing Forward?


Using Federal COVID-19 Relief Funds to Support Student Transitions from High School to Higher Education


How Schools Should Use Funding from the American Rescue Plan to Support Students


American Rescue Plan: Guiding Principles & Essential Strategies for Education Funds


Investing American Rescue Plan Funds Strategically and Effectively


State and Local Governments Can Use Federal Funding for Education Data


American Rescue Plan Funds Can Transform Education for Young Adults


The Role of College in High School Programs in Student Recovery from COVID-19


Creating Opportunities for Learners: How CTE Leaders Can Leverage the American Rescue Plan for Lasting Success


NCAN’S Roundup of COVID-19 Resources


Leveraging the American Rescue Plan to Advise Students on their Paths to Postsecondary and Workforce Success


CCSSO: Coalition to Advance Future Student Success


Student Voices about the Value of Pathways


Family Communications Toolkit: Postsecondary Pathways and The Shifting American Economy


Building back better and to last with the American Rescue Plan Act

For more great information and to learn about innovative work being done by states and districts as they use ARP funds to support postsecondary pathways, visit our Spotlight Library.

One challenge is connecting kids with goals so they have a purpose for postsecondary. If the just go to college because they think they should, it won’t stick.

— District Leader

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