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SUMMARY:Getting to Know KnoPro: Free Work-Based Learning for All High School Students
DESCRIPTION:Are you an educator\, counselor\, parent\, or community leader looking for real opportunities to help students build future-ready skills? Join us for Getting to Know KnoPro—an exclusive event designed to introduce you to KnoPro\, the nation’s fastest-growing FREE work-based learning platform for high school students. \nKnoPro connects teens with real industry challenges from top companies and turns them into career-building experiences. This session will show you how easy it is to bring this powerful opportunity to your students. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nHow KnoPro Works – A step-by-step walkthrough of the challenge process (from sign-up to submitting a video pitch).\nStudent Benefits – From earning prizes and scholarships to building in-demand skills and resume experience.\nEducator & School Value – Easy integration into classrooms\, afterschool programs\, or clubs with no cost.\nUpcoming Challenges – Get insider details on the Fall 2025 lineup\, including AI & Startups\, Aerospace Engineering\, and Real Estate Investment.\nLive Q&A – Ask your questions directly to KnoPro experts and hear success stories from educators and students.\n\nReserve your spot today and discover how KnoPro is reshaping the future of high school learning. \nExclusive Live Attendee Prizes\nHere’s one more reason to join us live on October 15: every attendee will be entered for a chance to win up to $500 in gift cards. \n\nPrize drawings will take place during the event.\nOnly live participants are eligible to win.\nMultiple chances to walk away with a prize while learning about KnoPro.\n\nAttend live\, gain valuable insights\, and you could also leave with a gift card in hand. \nRegister here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/getting-to-know-knopro-free-work-based-learning-for-all-high-school-students/
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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-4/
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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-2/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115
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SUMMARY:Akron in Action: A Ford NGL Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us November 12-14\, 2025 for a three-day event showcasing how Akron Public Schools united the Akron community to create and sustain the College & Career Academies of Akron (CCAA). You’ll explore the unique opportunities and challenges of a mid-size urban district and experience the academies in action through school and nonprofit partner tours. Engage with students\, educators\, and business partners to learn about CCAA’s foundations\, and discover how Akron Public Schools designs and monitors its PreK-12 academy model to ensure student success. Customize your experience with breakout sessions tailored to your interests on Day 3. \nThe event is scheduled to begin tentatively at 5:00 PM on Wednesday\, November 12\, with an opening event and conclude on Friday\, November 14\, at 3:00 PM. \nLearn more here!
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/akron-in-action-a-ford-ngl-experience/
LOCATION:Akron\, Ohio
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T183154Z
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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\n\nFriday\, September 19\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Establishing a Documentation System \n•Onboarding New Instructional Staff \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 21\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Communicating Roles and Responsibilities \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 16\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Managing Community Partnerships \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 13\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Monitoring the Implementation \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 24\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Ensuring Community-Connected Ownership \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
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leaders-circle-2/
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CREATED:20250828T164657Z
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UID:14261-1764763200-1764766800@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:ABCs of Academy Branding and Strategic Communication
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to unlock the untapped potential or build upon the current successes of your school district’s real-world learning experiences? When it comes to supporting authentic learning\, districts are posed with the challenge of not only supporting each and every student but also connecting with their families\, gaining buy-in and continual growth from staff\, and fostering a sense of value and connection from critical business partners. With four target audiences and various dynamics within each\, it’s more important than ever that districts seek to continually connect these groups. \nWhether you’re leading a sprawling district or a smaller-scale Academy model\, and regardless of your budget\, this session offers tangible strategies to build thriving learning communities. \nThe Academies of Shakopee\, which is one of only two in the State of Minnesota and part of the Nationwide Ford NGL network\, will spark ideas by sharing tools that have helped simplify engagement with businesses and illuminate the profound impact businesses can have on the student learning experience. \nLearn practical communication and marketing techniques to add to or build upon your current strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your partnerships and build a stronger\, more connected future for your students\, staff and greater community. \nRegistration required. Sign up here. \nSession Learning Objectives \n1. Identify key barriers hindering effective communication and collaboration among students\, families\, staff\, and business partners to support real-world learning experiences. \n2. Understand the components and application of a partnership matrix for streamlining business engagement and clarifying partnership opportunities as well as supportive strategies and assets. \n3. Evaluate the potential impact of diverse business partnerships on student learning experiences and community connection.\nGain knowledge of how the Academies of Shakopee capture contributions of time\, talent\, and resources from business partners. \n4. Recognize the importance of demonstrating ROI and ROR\, and the future\, to business partners through effective partnerships and communications. \nRegistration required. Sign up here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/abcs-of-academy-branding-and-strategic-communication/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
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SUMMARY:ACTE CareerTech Vision
DESCRIPTION:The Ford NGL team will be attending ACTE’s CareerTech VISION\, and we look forward to connecting with you onsite! Throughout the conference\, our team will host several Career Academy Section sessions along with opportunities to network\, learn\, and share with peers from across the country. Whether you’re implementing the academy model or exploring what’s possible for your district\, these sessions are designed to offer insights\, practical takeaways\, and inspiration. \nIf you’re attending this year\, let us know—we’d love to connect and keep you updated on Ford NGL meetups happening throughout the conference. \nWe also encourage you to consider joining the ACTE Career Academy Section. It’s an excellent way to engage with peers\, access valuable resources\, and deepen your involvement in the academy community. \n\nFord NGL–Led Sessions\nDecember 11\n\n\n10:00 AM – Creating a System To Scale Business-Education Partnerships for All StudentsFeaturing Ford NGL Community\, Knox County\, TN. \n\n\n10:00 AM – All Eyes on Impact: Amplifying Career Academies Through Strategic CTEFeaturing Ford NGL Community\, Louisville\, KY. \n\n\n11:00 AM – From Vision to Victory: District Transformation Powered by Community-Connected LearningFeaturing Ford NGL Community\, Fort Wayne\, IN. \n\n\n1:00 PM – Be Bold\, Be Transformational: Career Academies and Community Connected LearningPresented by Cheryl Carrier\, Ford NGL President. \n\n\nDecember 12\n\n\n8:30 AM – Building Powerful Partnerships: How Educators Can Leverage Local Industry Associations (Like NAHB) for Work-Based Learning SuccessPresented by NAHB and Ford NGL Strategic Initiatives Lead\, Jenn Edge. \n\n\n\nLearn more and get registered here. 
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/acte-careertech-vision/
LOCATION:Nashville\, TN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260108T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250728T200205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T182730Z
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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-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260115T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260115T131500
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250827T192354Z
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UID:14137-1768478400-1768482900@fordngl.com
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-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260116T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250728T194101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T183136Z
UID:13957-1768561200-1768564800@fordngl.com
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\n\nFriday\, September 19\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Establishing a Documentation System \n•Onboarding New Instructional Staff \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 21\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Communicating Roles and Responsibilities \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 16\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Managing Community Partnerships \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 13\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Monitoring the Implementation \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 24\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Ensuring Community-Connected Ownership \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
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leaders-circle-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260305T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250728T200325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T182710Z
UID:13979-1772708400-1772712000@fordngl.com
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-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250728T195545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T191020Z
UID:13971-1773316800-1773322200@fordngl.com
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-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250728T194200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T183119Z
UID:13959-1773399600-1773403200@fordngl.com
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\n\nFriday\, September 19\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Establishing a Documentation System \n•Onboarding New Instructional Staff \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 21\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Communicating Roles and Responsibilities \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 16\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Managing Community Partnerships \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 13\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Monitoring the Implementation \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 24\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Ensuring Community-Connected Ownership \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
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leaders-circle-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20251016T010959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T011922Z
UID:14833-1774224000-1774396799@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Onboarding Academies Experience In Nashville
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to the career academies model or do you need a refresher? This event is great for educators\, school and district leaders\, community and business partners\, academy coaches and more. This event is useful for both individuals and community teams. \n\nCreate structural change\nImplement new roles\nRe-think the daily classroom\nBuild school and community partnerships\n\nParticipants will be introduced to the building blocks of a successful transformation through a series of highly rated\, interactive Nashville Hub learning sessions. Additionally\, participants will visit an Academies of Nashville school and will interact with Nashville Hub practitioners and Academies of Nashville leaders and partners. \nRegistration for each event is $999. Take advantage of an EARLY BIRD discount and pay just $899 if you register by November 30. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/onboarding-academies-experience-in-nashville/
LOCATION:Hermitage\, TN\, 4022 Sells Drive\, Hermitage\, TN\, 37076
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260305T164529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T164633Z
UID:15736-1774522800-1774526400@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Critical Thinking and Creative Problem-Solving for Career Academies with Context Maps
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Ford Next Generation Learning (Ford NGL) hosts several webinars in partnership with the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE). As the sponsor of ACTE’s Career Academy Section\, we aim to provide valuable resources and deeper learning opportunities on topics impacting educators\, administrators\, and partners working in the career academy space. \nWe’re kicking off this year’s series with a session focused on practical tools for navigating complex challenges in career academies. Join us for Critical Thinking and Creative Problem-Solving for Career Academies with Context Maps \nMarch 26\, 2026\, from 11 AM CST- 12 Noon CST \nPresenters: Deborah Parizek\, Executive Director\, and Theodore Kozerski\, Assistant Director of Social Innovation\, Henry Ford Learning Institute (HFLI) \nAbout: Complex\, messy problems are a fact of life—for students\, teachers\, school leaders\, and industry partners. We all need a way to approach them with strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving tools and skills. \nJoin us for an interactive webinar in which we’ll visually map a problem common in career academies; analyze it for interdependencies\, possible assumptions\, and areas of leverage; reflect on and discuss possible use opportunities; and draft a plan for how to bring the approach to your classroom\, career academy\, or district. \nParticipants will leave with access to additional resources available from our online bank and contacts for follow-on coaching. \nRegistration is required. Sign up here. \nFor questions please email: Info@FordNGL.com
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/critical-thinking-and-creative-problem-solving-for-career-academies-with-context-maps/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250522T191304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T011635Z
UID:13503-1774828800-1775001599@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Academies Experience In Nashville
DESCRIPTION:Calling all school districts and communities in year 3+ of academy implementation. This event is for you! This learning event is all about sustaining and continuously improving your career academies model. This event is useful for both individuals and community teams. \n\nUnderstand common challenges\nBuild on early successes\nNavigate inevitable change\nMaintain robust partnerships\n\nParticipants will experience an Academies of Nashville school visit\, participate in highly rated Nashville Hub learning sessions and interact with others in collaborative workshops. Come visit the nearly 20-years strong Academies of Nashville\, and let’s share our challenges and celebrations with each other. \nRegistration for each event is $999. Take advantage of an EARLY BIRD discount and pay just $899 if you register by November 30. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/nashville-hub-advanced-academies-experience/
LOCATION:Hermitage\, TN\, 4022 Sells Drive\, Hermitage\, TN\, 37076
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260406T154411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T184829Z
UID:15814-1776859200-1776862800@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Career Exploration\, Middle School Style!
DESCRIPTION:Join Ford Next Generation Learning on April 22\, 2026 for\, Career Exploration\, Middle School Style! \nCareer exploration in middle school isn’t about scaling down high school academies—it’s about designing experiences that are developmentally responsive\, engaging\, and deeply connected to community. \nJoin us for a live webinar that highlights how two communities are approaching this work differently. Instead of replicating high school structures\, they are: \n\nBuilding Portrait of a Graduate competencies through authentic learning experiences\nPartnering with nonprofit and philanthropic organizations to expand students’ awareness of career pathways\nCreating meaningful\, community-connected opportunities that spark curiosity and purpose\n\nYou’ll hear practical examples of how these partnerships were formed\, what student engagement looks like in action\, and how these efforts support both career awareness and long-term pathway development. \nWalk away with ideas and strategies you can adapt to your own middle school context—whether you’re just getting started or refining an existing approach. \nCome ready to explore what’s possible when middle school career exploration is designed with intention\, partnership\, and a focus on the future. \nRegistration is required. Sign up here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_P55CCRfTBCvjMLKn0k0Uw
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/career-exploration-middle-school-style/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260424T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250728T194300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T183058Z
UID:13961-1777028400-1777032000@fordngl.com
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\n\nFriday\, September 19\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Establishing a Documentation System \n•Onboarding New Instructional Staff \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 21\, 2025\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Communicating Roles and Responsibilities \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, January 16\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Managing Community Partnerships \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 13\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Monitoring the Implementation \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, April 24\, 2026\n12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n• Ensuring Community-Connected Ownership \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
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/district-transformation-leaders-circle-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T131500
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250827T192443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T192443Z
UID:14139-1778155200-1778159700@fordngl.com
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-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260514T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20250728T200344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T182648Z
UID:13981-1778756400-1778760000@fordngl.com
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-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260424T181925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T181925Z
UID:15905-1783468800-1783727999@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:National Forum on Education Policy
DESCRIPTION:At a pivotal moment in education policy\, the Education Commission of the States was created to ensure that states could work together\, sharing evidence\, exchanging ideas and addressing complex challenges without sacrificing state leadership\, diversity or judgment. \nJoin Cheryl Carrier\, President\, Ford NGL\, onsite for this sold-out event. \nLearn more here: https://2026nationalforum.vfairs.com/en/
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/national-forum-on-education-policy/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260805T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260414T182157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T182157Z
UID:15851-1785920400-1786118400@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Design Thinking for Deeper Student Learning
DESCRIPTION:Join Henry Ford Learning Institute for their upcoming summer workshop\, Design Thinking for Deeper Student Learning\, August 5-7\, 2026. \nDesign Thinking for Deeper Student Learning is a 3-day immersive workshop designed to introduce educators from all disciplines to design thinking tools and methods they can use to create and facilitate powerful and equitable learning experiences for their students and colleagues. \nLearn more and get registered here: \nhttps://hfli.org/design-thinking-for-deeper-student-learning-2026/
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/design-thinking-for-deeper-student-learning/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T131500
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260424T155439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T155439Z
UID:15870-1789041600-1789046100@fordngl.com
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. \nTo enroll\, email Info@FordNGL.com. \nThe 2026–2027 Partnership Director Circle is an invite-only offering for Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL communities. Sessions will be held on Thursdays from 12:00–1:15 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nSeptember 10\, 2026\nNovember 12\, 2026\nJanuary 14\, 2027\nMarch 11\, 2027\nMay 13\, 2027\n\nLearn more about all of our Ford NGL Circles here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/partnership-director-circle-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260424T160440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T160440Z
UID:15880-1789646400-1789650000@fordngl.com
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! \nSessions will be held on Thursdays from 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nSeptember 17\, 2026\nNovember 19\, 2026\nJanuary 21\, 2027\nMarch 4\, 2027\nMay 6\, 2027\n\nLearn more about all of our Ford NGL Circles here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-coach-circle-8/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260424T162919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T162919Z
UID:15890-1790337600-1790341200@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Transformation Leader Circle
DESCRIPTION:Every community identifies a key individual responsible for leading community-connected transformation efforts daily. Communities have various positions that fulfill this role\, such as Assistant Superintendent\, Director and Coordinator. 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! \nWe 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. \nSessions will be held on Thursdays from 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nSeptember 25\, 2026\nNovember 6\, 2026\nJanuary 29\, 2027\nMarch 19\, 2027\nApril 30\, 2027\n\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/transformation-leader-circle/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20241008T222229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T155613Z
UID:9316-1792368000-1792540799@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Ford NGL Superintendent's Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annually\, 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.\n \nSC members\, please save the date! The event will kick off with an opening session at 6:00 PM on Monday\, October 19\, and wrap up at 4:30 PM on Tuesday\, October 20\, in Knox County\, TN. \nFor questions about the Ford NGL SC Council\, please email us at Info@FordNGL.com
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/ford-ngl-superintendents-council-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20241008T222053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T151825Z
UID:9314-1792454400-1792713599@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Ford NGL Leadership Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Ford NGL Leadership Council (LC) comprises communities in Phases 4 and 5 of the Ford NGL Roadmap. Each participating community is represented by two members: a district lead and a community convening organization or Steering Committee lead. \nThe Leadership Council is a dedicated space for transformation leaders to enhance their knowledge\, develop skills\, and foster relationships and friendships that support their transformation journey. Guided by the Ford NGL Framework and input from members\, our in-person meetings are structured to create an engaging and productive environment. \nLC members\, please save the date: our meeting will begin with an opening session at 4 PM on Tuesday\, October 20\, and conclude at 2:30 PM on Thursday\, October 22\, in Knox County\, TN. \nFor more information on the Ford NGL LC reach out to us at Info@FordNGL.com \n 
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/ford-ngl-leadership-council-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260424T163057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T163057Z
UID:15892-1793966400-1793970000@fordngl.com
SUMMARY:Transformation Leader Circle
DESCRIPTION:Every community identifies a key individual responsible for leading community-connected transformation efforts daily. Communities have various positions that fulfill this role\, such as Assistant Superintendent\, Director and Coordinator. 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! \nWe 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. \nSessions will be held on Thursdays from 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nSeptember 25\, 2026\nNovember 6\, 2026\nJanuary 29\, 2027\nMarch 19\, 2027\nApril 30\, 2027\n\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/transformation-leader-circle-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T131500
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260424T155613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T155613Z
UID:15872-1794484800-1794489300@fordngl.com
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. \nTo enroll\, email Info@FordNGL.com. \nThe 2026–2027 Partnership Director Circle is an invite-only offering for Phase 4 and Phase 5 Ford NGL communities. Sessions will be held on Thursdays from 12:00–1:15 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nSeptember 10\, 2026\nNovember 12\, 2026\nJanuary 14\, 2027\nMarch 11\, 2027\nMay 13\, 2027\n\nLearn more about all of our Ford NGL Circles here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/partnership-director-circle-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T074731
CREATED:20260424T160538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T160538Z
UID:15882-1795089600-1795093200@fordngl.com
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! \nSessions will be held on Thursdays from 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET on the following dates: \n\nSeptember 17\, 2026\nNovember 19\, 2026\nJanuary 21\, 2027\nMarch 4\, 2027\nMay 6\, 2027\n\nLearn more about all of our Ford NGL Circles here.
URL:https://fordngl.com/calendar/academy-coach-circle-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
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