California is at a pivotal moment—and the choices we make now will shape opportunities for generations to come. Rebuilding the California dream for everyone means centering postsecondary education as a true engine of economic mobility, especially for learners and families long underserved by our systems. It requires designing education with learners’ lives in mind and ensuring their efforts lead to real economic outcomes. The path forward demands urgency, boldness, and a shared commitment to creating a better future for all Californians. The time is now.