Community Spotlight
How a Ford NGL Community using the model’s Community Connected approach fueled a measurable rise in student readiness.
Akron Public Schools is showing what happens when the model moves from concept to culture. After years of developing College & Career Academies that connect classrooms to the community, the district saw the payoff in Ohio’s 2025 state report cards.
Unlocking Gen Z’s Potential: Top 3 Skills for Career Success
During Louisville in Action: A Ford NGL Leadership Lab for Business & School Partnerships, we gained valuable insights from a dynamic Learning Exchange. Participants identified
How to Help Every Young Person Navigate Their Personal Career Path
Hans Meeder has a history that goes back a long way with Ford NGL. We first approached Hans when he was transitioning out of his
Building Educator and Student Wellness Shared Purpose, Shared Work and Shared Joy
Transformative change in schools and communities begins with shared purpose, shared work, and shared joy. In our recent session, Building Educator and Student Wellness, we
The Story of 865 Academies: Knox County Embraces a Ford NGL Community-Connected Transformation
“When I was a freshman, we had no academies,” said Jenna. “We didn’t do anything special. You randomly picked career-related classes that you wanted and
Strengthening Ford NGL Communities Through Collaboration: A Sneak Peek into the Upcoming Scotland Visit to Michigan
From March 15-20, 2025, educational leaders from Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, Scotland, will embark on an exciting journey to metropolitan Detroit, where they will explore
A Transformational Experience with the Academies of Louisville
What happens when you bring together 60+ educators, industry leaders, and community stakeholders from 9 communities who are passionate about building meaningful, sustainable partnerships? You