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.
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
Celebrating Wendy Dant Chesser: A Trailblazer in Leadership and Community Transformation
We are thrilled to celebrate Wendy Dant Chesser, a dynamic leader whose unwavering commitment to the growth and prosperity of Southern Indiana has left an
Our Relationship With the Department of Education
As part of the U.S. Department of Education “Unlocking Career Success” initiative, Ford NGL was invited to be on an exemplar panel with 300 employers
A Note from Cheryl
“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.” – B.B. King Welcome to the 2024-25 school year. It’s