CFEED Director Diana Pienaar recently participated in the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Workforce Wednesday Webinar Series, joining education and workforce leaders from across Florida to discuss how statewide longitudinal data systems can strengthen education and workforce outcomes. Hosted by the Florida Chamber Foundation, the complimentary webinar, Exploring Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems: What Are They & What Role Do They Play in […]

Florida has been recognized for years as an early adopter of education data, but a new report from the Florida College Access Network (FCAN) highlights just how far the state has progressed. According to the report, Florida is:  The only state to meet all 10 essential criteria for a statewide longitudinal data system (SLDS)  One of just 26 with

CFEED is expanding its suite of analytics and AI tools to help Florida’s education leaders gain faster, deeper insights into student readiness—from high school through college completion. Each innovation reflects a growing need for integrated, data-driven systems that support smoother student transitions and stronger academic outcomes across the state. AI-Powered Research Assistant CFEED’s new AI

On September 17, 2025, CFEED hosted its 3rd annual summit at Valencia College West. With over 100 attendees—both online and in person—representing K–12 districts, higher education institutions, nonprofits, and state leaders, the event showcased the power of multi-institutional collaboration to improve student pathways from K-12 through postsecondary graduation. Opening Leadership Perspectives The day began with