Rethinking the High School Transcript: ETS and MTC Chart a New Path for Student Success

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In a moment where the traditional architecture of K-12 education is being reimagined, a quiet revolution is underway. As the conversation around durable skills, competency-based learning, and alternative transcripts gains traction, a powerful partnership between Educational Testing Service (ETS) and the Mastery Transcript Consortium (MTC) signals a bold step forward. With nearly 400 schools…

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