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.
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
A Note from Cheryl- January
“Every piece of the universe, even the tiniest little snow crystal, matters somehow. I have a place in the pattern, and so do you.” —T.A.
Sparks Are Flying: Batesville’s Bold Move to Ignite Student Success
In Batesville, Indiana, a newly designated Ford NGL community, a transformative experience is taking shape for students, educators, and the entire community. At the heart
Small School, Big Impact: The New Washington Academies Story
Most everyone is familiar with the story “The Little Engine that Could.” It is a story that has appeared in many forms dating back to