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SUMMARY:District Transformation Leaders Circle
DESCRIPTION:Every community identifies a key individual who is responsible for leading the community-connected transformation efforts on a daily basis. Communities have various positions that fulfill this role such as an Assistant Superintendent\, Director\, Coordinator\, etc. Whatever your title is\, if you have the responsibility for overseeing the implementation and progress monitoring of your community-connected transformation\, this is the circle for you! We encourage all Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL Designated Community District Transformation Leaders to engage\, contribute and collaborate in our circles to continually innovate and improve the school experience for all students. \nThe 2025-26 sessions are outlined below. \n\n\n\nFriday\, September 19\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET)\n\n\nEstablishing a Documentation System\nOnboarding New Instructional Staff\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 21\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET)\n\n\nCommunicating Roles and Responsibilities\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 16\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET)\n\n\nManaging Community Partnerships\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 13\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET)\n\n\nMonitoring the Implementation\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 24\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET)\n\n\nEnsuring Community-Connected Ownership\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about this circle\, please email Lisa Oleski\, Ford NGL Community Coach and Circle Facilitator\, at loleski@fordngl.com \n 
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leaders-circle/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250911T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T163000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
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SUMMARY:Academy Principal Circle Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Academy Principal or have a similar role in which you have day-to-day oversight of one or more academies in the school? \nDoes your day-to-day work focus on both academic and non-academic aspects of the student experience and supporting effective academy teams focused on SMART goals and the 3Is (Interdisciplinary\, Interventions\, and Identity)? Do you work closely with the academy team lead\, academy counselor\, and the academy coach? \nIf this sounds like what you do\, then the Academy Principal Circle may be for you! To learn more and to get enrolled\, reach out to Beth Grzelak\, Circle facilitator\, at bgrzelak@fordngl.com. \nPlease note: In our smaller communities\, this circle may be appropriate for the building principal if they also have direct responsibility for one or more academies. In our larger communities\, however\, where the building principal may often have the title of “executive principal\,” this circle may not be the best fit for you. If you are unsure\, talk with your Ford NGL coach reach out to Beth. \nOur Ford NGL Academy Principal Circle will be meeting during the following dates and times in 2025. \n\nThursday\, February 27th 3:30pm – 4:30pm CT\nThursday\, May 8th\, 3:30pm CT – 4:30pm CT\nThursday\, September 11th\, 3:30pm – 4:30pm CT
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-principal-circle-meet-up-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250911T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T182821Z
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SUMMARY:Academy Coach Circle
DESCRIPTION:All Phase 4 & 5 communities have an individual at each of their high schools coordinating and facilitating academy/pathway activities\, including work-based learning experiences for students and teachers\, supporting effective academy teacher teams\, working alongside academy principals\, and more. \nSometimes this individual has peers in other buildings in your district; sometimes they are the only one in their district doing this work. The Academy Coach Circle is designed to provide all academy coaches\, and those in similar roles inside the school district with the space and opportunity to come together\, network\, and learn from one another. It is a space to share solid practices and celebrate successes\, as well as to discuss challenges and crowdsource solutions. The Circle is an example that represents the best of the idea of “the power of the network!”  \nIf this sounds like the work you do inside your school district (regardless of title) and a group that you think would be of value to your role\, reach out to Beth Grzelak (bgrzelak@fordngl.com)\, co-facilitator of the Academy Coach Circle\, to learn more about the group and to get enrolled! \nThe 2025-26 sessions are outlined below. \n\n\n\nThursday\nSeptember 11\, 2025\n12 pm – 1 pm ET\nSpecial Session – New Phase 4 Academy Coaches & new to their role Academy Coaches only\n\n\nThursday\nNovember 6\, 2025\n12 pm – 1 pm ET\nHighlights from Leadership Council\n\n\nThursday\nJanuary 8\, 2026\n12 pm – 1 pm ET\nSetting up or Evolving Your Student Ambassador Program\n\n\nThursday\nMarch 5\, 2026\nNew Times:  \n\nExperienced/OG Academy Coaches 12 pm – 1 pm ET\nNew Academy Coaches 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm ET\n\n\n\n\nThursday\nMay 14\, 2026\n\n\nExperienced/OG Academy Coaches 12 pm – 1 pm ET\nNew Academy Coaches 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm ET
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-coach-circle-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250904T131500
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250827T192105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T192105Z
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SUMMARY:Partnership Director Circle
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Phase 4 and Phase 5 communities\, Ford NGL Circles provide a valuable opportunity to network with peers\, discuss relevant Roadmap journey topics\, learn innovative practices\, and receive support for current challenges. If you are a Partnership Director or hold a similar role\, responsible for coordinating work-based learning across a multi-high school district and engaging with key business and community organizations\, talk with your Ford NGL Coach to see if this Circle is right for you. To enroll\, email info@fordngl.com. \nThe 2025-2026 Partnership Director Circle is invite-only for Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL communities and will follow the below-noted schedule and topics. \n\n\n\n\nDate\nMajor (30 minutes)\nMinor (15 minutes)\n\n\nSeptember 4\, 2025 (12-1:15 pm ET)\nExperiential Learning:\n1. District Job Shadow Day\n2. Adulting Day & Student Voice\nAcademy Coach Professional Development or Partnerships\n\n\nNov 6\, 2025 (12-1:15 pm ET)\nPoG integration into business engagement activities\nDeepening Partnerships via Impact Effort Matrix \nHighlights from LC\n\n\nJan 15\, 2026 (12-1:15 pm ET)\nBuilding Convener Role Org Capacity\nConnecting the Dots: Aligning Business & Education\n(foundation for Teaching thru Lens and Experiential Learning goals and impact)\n\n\nMar 12\, 2026 (12-1:15 pm ET)\nHow Partners can help with Teaching Thru the Lens\nPartner Recruitment Strategies\n\n\nMay 7\, 2026 (12-1:15 pm ET)\nProgram Evaluation: Student Impact\nNext year’s priorities survey\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about all of our Ford NGL Circles here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/partnership-director-circle/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250113T180013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T180013Z
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SUMMARY:American Chamber of Commerce Executive Convention
DESCRIPTION:Cheryl Carrier\, Executive Director of Ford NGL\, is tentatively planning to attend this event. It’s a great opportunity to connect and learn more. \nFor more information on this event visit: https://secure.acce.org/pages/convention/ \nIf you’d like to meet with Cheryl\, please email her at ccarrier@fordngl.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/american-chamber-of-commerce-executive-convention/
LOCATION:Philadelphia\, PA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250604T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250318T135008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T135248Z
UID:11291-1749034800-1749038400@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Academy Coaches Circle
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Phase 4 and Phase 5 communities\, Ford NGL Circles provide a valuable opportunity to network with peers\, discuss relevant Roadmap journey topics\, learn innovative practices\, and receive support for current challenges. If you are an Academy Coach or hold a similar role\, talk with your Ford NGL Coach to see if this Circle is right for you. To enroll\, email info@fordngl.com. \nLearn more about all of our Ford NGL Circles here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-coaches-circle-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250113T175750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T175750Z
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SUMMARY:Social Innovation Summit
DESCRIPTION:Cheryl Carrier\, Executive Director of Ford NGL\, is tentatively planning to attend this event. It’s a great opportunity to connect and learn more. \nFor more information on this event visit this site. \nIf you’d like to meet with Cheryl\, please email her at ccarrier@fordngl.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/social-innovation-summit/
LOCATION:San Francisco\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250508T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T163000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250109T165105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T165105Z
UID:10306-1746718200-1746721800@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Academy Principal Circle Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Academy Principal or have a similar role in which you have day-to-day oversight of one or more academies in the school? \nDoes your day-to-day work focus on both academic and non-academic aspects of the student experience and supporting effective academy teams focused on SMART goals and the 3Is (Interdisciplinary\, Interventions\, and Identity)? Do you work closely with the academy team lead\, academy counselor\, and the academy coach? \nIf this sounds like what you do\, then the Academy Principal Circle may be for you! To learn more and to get enrolled\, reach out to Beth Grzelak\, Circle facilitator\, at bgrzelak@fordngl.com. \nPlease note: In our smaller communities\, this circle may be appropriate for the building principal if they also have direct responsibility for one or more academies. In our larger communities\, however\, where the building principal may often have the title of “executive principal\,” this circle may not be the best fit for you. If you are unsure\, talk with your Ford NGL coach reach out to Beth. \nOur Ford NGL Academy Principal Circle will be meeting during the following dates and times in 2025. \n\nThursday\, February 27th 3:30pm – 4:30pm CT\nThursday\, May 8th\, 3:30pm CT – 4:30pm CT\nThursday\, September 11th\, 3:30pm – 4:30pm CT
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-principal-circle-meet-up-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250502T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250109T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T170010Z
UID:10310-1746183600-1746187200@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:District Transformation Leads Circle
DESCRIPTION:Every community identifies a key individual who is responsible for leading the community-connected transformation efforts on a daily basis. Communities have various positions that fulfill this role such as an Assistant Superintendent\, Director\, Coordinator\, etc. Whatever your title is\, if you have the responsibility for overseeing the implementation and progress monitoring of your community-connected transformation\, this is the circle for you! We encourage all Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL Designated Community District Transformation Leaders to engage\, contribute and collaborate in our circles to continually innovate and improve the school experience for all students. \nFor more information about this circle\, please email Lisa Oleski\, Ford NGL Community Coach and Circle Facilitator\, at loleski@fordngl.com
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leads-circle-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250310T155757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T162454Z
UID:11232-1744282800-1744286400@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Understanding Gen Alpha: Why It Matters for Education & Business
DESCRIPTION:How does Gen Alpha learn? What do they expect from education and the workforce? As the most digitally native and socially conscious generation yet\, their impact will be game-changing. \nJoin Ford NGL’s Instructional Design Lead\, Beth Grzelak\, for an engaging webinar where you’ll gain key insights and practical takeaways to better connect with and prepare this emerging generation. \nRegister here \nFor more information email us at Info@FordNGL.com
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/understanding-gen-alpha-why-it-matters-for-education-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250409T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250318T134908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T135313Z
UID:11289-1744196400-1744200000@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Academy Coaches Circle
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Phase 4 and Phase 5 communities\, Ford NGL Circles provide a valuable opportunity to network with peers\, discuss relevant Roadmap journey topics\, learn innovative practices\, and receive support for current challenges. If you are an Academy Coach or hold a similar role\, talk with your Ford NGL Coach to see if this Circle is right for you. To enroll\, email info@fordngl.com. \nLearn more about all of our Ford NGL Circles here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-coaches-circle/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250113T175408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T175408Z
UID:10327-1743897600-1744243199@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:ASU-GSV Summit - Learning at the Speed of Light
DESCRIPTION:Cheryl Carrier\, Executive Director of Ford NGL\, is tentatively planning to attend this event. It’s a great opportunity to connect and learn more. \nFor more information on this event visit: https://www.asugsvsummit.com/ \nIf you’d like to meet with Cheryl\, please email her at ccarrier@fordngl.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/asu-gsv-summit-learning-at-the-speed-of-light/
LOCATION:San Diego\, CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250402
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250113T175554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T175828Z
UID:10330-1743206400-1743551999@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:NAWB 2024 Summit - National Association of Workforce Board
DESCRIPTION:Cheryl Carrier\, Executive Director of Ford NGL\, is tentatively planning to attend this event. It’s a great opportunity to connect and learn more. Cheryl will only be in attendance on March 31. \nFor more information on this event visit: https://forum.nawb.org/ \nIf you’d like to meet with Cheryl\, please email her at ccarrier@fordngl.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/nawb-2024-summit-national-association-of-workforce-board/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250328
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250113T175129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T175129Z
UID:10325-1742860800-1743119999@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:ImpactED NAEF (National Association of Education Foundations)
DESCRIPTION:Cheryl Carrier\, Executive Director of Ford NGL\, is tentatively planning to attend this event. It’s a great opportunity to connect and learn more. \nFor more information on this event visit: https://www.educationfoundations.org/ImpactED-25-Agenda \nIf you’d like to meet with Cheryl\, please email her at ccarrier@fordngl.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/impacted-naef-national-association-of-education-foundations/
LOCATION:Knoxville\, TN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250327
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20241018T174211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T193905Z
UID:9321-1742774400-1743033599@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Academies of Nashville Spring Study Visit
DESCRIPTION:The Nashville Hub hosts the Academies of Nashville Study Visit to share how Nashville has transformed its high schools into personalized learning communities that offer rigor\, relevance\, relationships\, and readiness for all students. Participants explore and learn about the strategies\, structures\, and tactics that are producing real progress in high school reform in Nashville. The agenda is structured to bring a high-level view of the systemic and broad-based transformation taking place in Nashville\, including the extensive and deep engagement of the business community in the effort. \nLearn more and register here. 
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academies-of-nashville-spring-study-visit/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250314T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20241029T152129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T152129Z
UID:9413-1741950000-1741953600@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:District Transformation Leads Circle
DESCRIPTION:Every community identifies a key individual who is responsible for leading the community-connected transformation efforts on a daily basis. Communities have various positions that fulfill this role such as an Assistant Superintendent\, Director\, Coordinator\, etc. Whatever your title is\, if you have the responsibility for overseeing the implementation and progress monitoring of your community-connected transformation\, this is the circle for you! We encourage all Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL Designated Community District Transformation Leaders to engage\, contribute and collaborate in our circles to continually innovate and improve the school experience for all students. For more information about this circle\, please email Lisa Oleski\, Ford NGL Community Coach and Circle Facilitator\, at loleski@fordngl.com
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leads-circle-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20240909T180829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T180829Z
UID:9037-1741046400-1741305599@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Louisville in Action: A Ford NGL Leadership Lab for Business & School Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:At Louisville in Action: A Ford NGL Leadership Lab for Business & School Partnerships\, leaders from both districts and industries will unite to explore and learn from Louisville’s innovative partnership system. This system enhances collaboration between businesses and schools\, advancing both educational outcomes and workforce readiness. \nThis is your chance to learn directly from the leaders of the groundbreaking Academies of Louisville initiative\, where 200 business partners and 15 high schools have transformed the lives of over 19\,000 students. \nWho Should Attend \nCommunity organization representatives with leadership roles and decision-making authority in business/school partnerships—those who are directly involved in designing and implementing the infrastructure/system for these partnerships. This includes: \n\nIndustry Partners (e.g.\, intermediary organizations\, industry association executive officers)\nBusiness Leaders (e.g.\, CEO\, COO\, HR directors\, Skill Team Leaders\, L&D)\nDistrict Leaders (e.g.\, CTE Director)\nSchool Building  Leaders (e.g.\, executive principals)\n\nLearn more here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/louisville-in-action-a-ford-ngl-leadership-lab-for-business-school-partnerships/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250227T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250227T163000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250109T165002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T165002Z
UID:10304-1740670200-1740673800@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Academy Principal Circle Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Academy Principal or have a similar role in which you have day-to-day oversight of one or more academies in the school?  \nDoes your day-to-day work focus on both academic and non-academic aspects of the student experience and supporting effective academy teams focused on SMART goals and the 3Is (Interdisciplinary\, Interventions\, and Identity)? Do you work closely with the academy team lead\, academy counselor\, and the academy coach? \nIf this sounds like what you do\, then the Academy Principal Circle may be for you! To learn more and to get enrolled\, reach out to Beth Grzelak\, Circle facilitator\, at bgrzelak@fordngl.com. \nPlease note: In our smaller communities\, this circle may be appropriate for the building principal if they also have direct responsibility for one or more academies. In our larger communities\, however\, where the building principal may often have the title of “executive principal\,” this circle may not be the best fit for you. If you are unsure\, talk with your Ford NGL coach reach out to Beth.   \nOur Ford NGL Academy Principal Circle will be meeting during the following dates and times in 2025. \n\nThursday\, February 27th 3:30pm – 4:30pm CT\nThursday\, May 8th\, 3:30pm CT – 4:30pm CT\nThursday\, September 11th\, 3:30pm – 4:30pm CT
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-principal-circle-meet-up/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250212T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20241029T153225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T153225Z
UID:9417-1739358000-1739361600@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Academy Coach Circle
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Phase 4 and Phase 5 communities\, Ford NGL Circles provide a valuable opportunity to network with peers\, discuss relevant Roadmap journey topics\, learn innovative practices\, and receive support for current challenges. If you are an Academy Coach or hold a similar role\, talk with your Ford NGL Coach to see if this Circle is right for you. To enroll\, email info@fordngl.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-coach-circle-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250203T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20250109T170602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T170624Z
UID:10312-1738591200-1738594800@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Building Educator and Student Wellness Shared Purpose\, Shared Work and Shared Joy
DESCRIPTION:How might we harness the power of shared purpose\, shared work and shared joy to nurture authentic connection and wellness that enable transformative change in schools and communities? This engaging webinar is designed for career academy educators\, community members and industry partners to explore the power of building purposeful relationships that center student learning while also affirming and validating adult efforts to advance those initiatives. Through discussion\, reflection and application\, participants will envision how they might uplift current practices and introduce new ones to strengthen everyone’s experience and build wellness within their education ecosystem. Presented by our friends from the Henry Ford Learning Institute (HFLI).\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/building-educator-and-student-wellness-shared-purpose-shared-work-and-shared-joy/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250110T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20241029T152305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T212222Z
UID:9415-1736506800-1736510400@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:District Transformation Leads Circle
DESCRIPTION:Every community identifies a key individual who is responsible for leading the community-connected transformation efforts on a daily basis. Communities have various positions that fulfill this role such as an Assistant Superintendent\, Director\, Coordinator\, etc. Whatever your title is\, if you have the responsibility for overseeing the implementation and progress monitoring of your community-connected transformation\, this is the circle for you! We encourage all Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL Designated Community District Transformation Leaders to engage\, contribute and collaborate in our circles to continually innovate and improve the school experience for all students. \nFor more information about this circle\, please email Lisa Oleski\, Ford NGL Community Coach and Circle Facilitator\, at loleski@fordngl.com
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leads-circle-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241211T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241211T120000
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SUMMARY:Academy Coach Circle
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Phase 4 and Phase 5 communities\, Ford NGL Circles provide a valuable opportunity to network with peers\, discuss relevant Roadmap journey topics\, learn innovative practices\, and receive support for current challenges. If you are an Academy Coach or hold a similar role\, talk with your Ford NGL Coach to see if this Circle is right for you. To enroll\, email info@fordngl.com. \nDecember 11\, 2024 at 12 EST/ 11 AM CST
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-coach-circle/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241208
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SUMMARY:ACTE Network Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Each year at ACTE’s premier event\, VISION\, Ford Next Generation Learning hosts a series of sessions tailored for the Career Academy section. Additionally\, we offer an exclusive pre-session designed to provide deeper insights and hands-on experiences. As the Career Academy sponsor\, Ford Next Generation Learning is dedicated to supporting and advancing the work of career academies nationwide. To learn more about our work with ACTE and the Career Academy Section visit this page.\n \nWe look forward to meeting you on-site if you’re attending in 2024. Below please find both our Career Academy section sessions and some recommendations we believe will be valuable to our network.  \nTo add the below sessions to your calendar search to find each here and then select the add to calendar icon in the right-hand corner. \n\nAn Ultimate Talent Development Strategy- Pre-Conference Workshop (Additional Fee Required)\nMaximizing Impact through Strategic Partnerships and Data-Driven Metrics\nA Systems Approach to K-12 Profile of a Graduate Implementation\nLocal Business Partnerships for Student Success in The Academy Model\nProfessional Skills: A Community-Driven Evolution to Measuring the Intangibles\nCo-creating Community Agreements to Design Equitable Classrooms and Learning Communities\nFord Law: Drive Equity with a Culturally Responsiveness and Work-based Learning
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/acte-network-sessions/
LOCATION:San Antonio\, TX\, San Antonio\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241205
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20240524T152847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T181433Z
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SUMMARY:ACTE Pre Session- An Ultimate Talent Development Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Ford NGL Community-connected Learning (CCL) revolutionizes education by merging industry-approved\, standards-based project learning with valuable work-based experiences. This innovative approach aligns workforce needs with student outcomes\, fostering collaboration among CTE\, community\, and business partners. Through CCL\, educators\, employers\, and students engage in interdisciplinary projects and real-world learning experiences linked to career themes. Participants gain practical tools and resources\, including a comprehensive work-based learning resource book and access to Ford NGL U’s online platform. By integrating career relevance into education\, CCL empowers districts to achieve instructional goals while preparing students for future careers.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/acte-pre-session/
LOCATION:San Antonio\, TX\, San Antonio\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241121T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20241028T172332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T172332Z
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SUMMARY:Academy Principals Circle
DESCRIPTION:Are you an Academy Principal or have a similar role in which you have day-to-day oversight of one or more academies in the school?  \nDoes your day-to-day work focus on both academic and non-academic aspects of the student experience and supporting effective academy teams focused on SMART goals and the 3Is (Interdisciplinary\, Interventions\, and Identity)? Do you work closely with the academy team lead\, academy counselor\, and the academy coach? \nIf this sounds like what you do\, then the Academy Principal Circle may be for you! To learn more and to get enrolled\, reach out to Beth Grzelak\, Community Coach and Circle facilitator\, at bgrzelak@fordngl.com. \nPlease note: In our smaller communities\, this circle may be appropriate for the building principal if they also have direct responsibility for one or more academies. In our larger communities\, however\, where the building principal may often have the title of “executive principal\,” this circle may not be the best fit for you. If you are unsure\, reach out to Beth at BGrzelak@fordngl.com or talk with your Ford NGL coach.  
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-principals-circle/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241115T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20241018T194155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T194155Z
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SUMMARY:District Transformation Leads Circle
DESCRIPTION:Every community identifies a key individual who is responsible for leading the community-connected transformation efforts on a daily basis. Communities have various positions that fulfill this role such as an Assistant Superintendent\, Director\, Coordinator\, etc. Whatever your title is\, if you have the responsibility for overseeing the implementation and progress monitoring of your community-connected transformation\, this is the circle for you! We encourage all Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL Designated Community District Transformation Leaders to engage\, contribute and collaborate in our circles to continually innovate and improve the school experience for all students. For more information about this circle\, please email Lisa Oleski\, Ford NGL Community Coach and Circle Facilitator\, at loleski@fordngl.com \nNovember 15\, 2024 12 EST/ 11 AM CST
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leads-circle-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241026
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20240524T152231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T152356Z
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SUMMARY:Superintendents Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Twice a year\, Ford Next Generation Learning brings together our visionary network of superintendents for the Ford NGL Superintendents Council. This dynamic 1.5-day event is intentionally designed to cultivate an environment of shared learning and mutual support\, empowering district leaders to drive impactful change in their communities. To learn more about this experience reach out to us at Info@FordNGL.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/superintendents-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Hampton\, VA\, Hampton\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240815T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20240620T182603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T192101Z
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SUMMARY:Ford NGL Partnership Directors Circle
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Phase 4 and Phase 5 communities\, Ford NGL Circles provide a valuable opportunity to network with peers\, discuss relevant Roadmap journey topics\, learn innovative practices\, and receive support for current challenges. If you are a Partnership Director or hold a similar role\, responsible for coordinating work-based learning across a multi-high school district and engaging with key business and community organizations\, talk with your Ford NGL Coach to see if this Circle is right for you. To enroll\, email info@fordngl.com.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/ford-ngl-partnership-directors-circle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241010T140000
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20240814T211318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T211318Z
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SUMMARY:Optimizing Internal Structures and Processes for Successful School-Employer Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a compelling 50-minute webinar\, “Optimizing Internal Structures and Processes for Successful School-Employer Partnerships.” Tailored for employers and industry leaders\, this session focuses on refining internal structures and processes to build more effective and sustainable collaborations with educational partners.  \nGain insights from experienced professionals on aligning organizational practices with partnership goals\, overcoming common challenges\, and implementing strategies that foster successful school-employer relationships. Engage in an interactive discussion\, learn from real-world examples\, and leave with practical steps to enhance your engagement with educational institutions.  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to drive meaningful change and create impactful partnerships. \nRegister here to join us on Oct 10 @1:00 pm ET \nWebinar Aims \n\nOptimize Internal Structures and Processes: Share strategies for refining internal structures and processes to better support school-employer partnerships.\nAddress Common Challenges: Discuss common obstacles in school-employer partnerships and offer practical solutions and best practices.\nImplement Practical Strategies: Provide actionable steps and strategies to enhance internal practices and build effective school-employer relationships.\nLearn from Real-World Examples: Present case studies and examples that demonstrate successful approaches and outcomes in partnerships.\nFacilitate Interactive Discussion: Engage participants in a dialogue to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and collaboratively develop solutions.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/optimizing-internal-structures-and-processes-for-successful-school-employer-partnerships/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241003
DTSTAMP:20260601T070103
CREATED:20240524T151551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T174858Z
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SUMMARY:Nashville Study Visit
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Nashville\, September 30-October 2\, to visit the Academies of Nashville in person. Hosted by Nashville Hub in partnership with Metro Nashville Public Schools\, the Academies of Nashville Study Visit has offered over 7\,000 educators and community members the opportunity to learn about the proven strategies and structures of the Academies model that transform high schools into personalized learning communities and prepare high school students for college and career success. \n 
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/nashville-study-visit/
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