Vertical Alignment Planning
Vertical Alignment (VA) is the process of linking student learning goals and experiences across grade levels to ensure a coherent and connected educational journey. In the context of microelectronics education, vertical alignment helps students progressively build the knowledge, skills, and career awareness needed for future opportunities in this growing field.
The tools in the links below support school districts in developing a K-12 VA Plan for microelectronics education. Designed for VA teams—including teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators—the resources guide teams through a collaborative process to align STEM, career awareness, and employability skill development across grade levels. The tools help districts map existing initiatives, identify gaps, and create a sustainable plan to ensure students build technical skills and awareness of microelectronics careers throughout their K-12 journey.
