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.
Ford Next Generation Learning: From the US to the North East of England
As Ford Next Generation Learning coaches, we’ve been transforming US high schools for years. Helping create community-driven, career-led academies is our professional passion. We never really considered
Summer in Hampton: Engaging Students Beyond the Classroom
In Hampton, Virginia summer is not just a break from school; it’s a time of vibrant learning and personal growth. This season, students are diving
Pathways to Purpose: Donielle’s Story
Welcome to Ford NGL “Full Circle” — a series where we delve into the inspiring journeys of former students who have become thriving professionals in their respective fields.
CTE Policy Resources & Updates
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is receiving significant attention at the federal level, thanks to the collaborative efforts of two influential organizations: Advance CTE and ACTE.
Get To Know Y-Plan
A session on Y-Plan (Youth – Plan, Learn, Act, Now) was presented at the LLA conference in LA in April. Y-PLAN is an award-winning, K-12 civic youth engagement strategy developed by UC Berkeley’s Center for Cities + Schools (CC+S).
Ford NGL & YouScience® Collaboration Announcement
YouScience plays a pivotal role in the work we do by bridging the gap between education and careers, aiding students in discovering their aptitudes, and linking them to relevant educational pathways and professions.