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.

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

How the Academies of Louisville Are Elevating Their Story
In a world where perception often shapes reality, the Academies of Louisville Alliance has been on a journey to ensure the transformative work of the

Leading Change Together
Reflection and Insights from the Ford NGL Superintendent and Leadership Council Convening Transformation thrives through the power of collective leadership, collaboration, and shared learning. From

Insights from ACTE VISION 2024: Amplifying Community Partnerships and Student Success
This year’s ACTE VISION conference in San Antonio brought together educators, administrators, and community leaders to share best practices and innovative strategies in Career and