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2025-2026 Circles

Did you know network members in Phases 4 & 5 have exclusive access to FNGL Circles? FNGL Circles are kicking off in September and are designed specifically for Phase 4 and Phase 5 communities, bringing relevant value through shared learning and collaboration. These Circles are more than just another meeting — they’re

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Ford NGL Community-Connected Transformation Works.

When a community commits to doing school differently through the Ford NGL approach to the career academy model, the results speak for themselves. Hampton City Schools has gone all in—from early childhood through high school—to create a system that puts students at the center and prepares them to apply their passion

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Connected by Purpose

When thirty educational leaders from Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, Scotland, arrived in metropolitan Detroit this spring, they weren’t just touring schools. They were stepping into a movement. Sponsored by The Wood Foundation and guided by Ford Next Generation Learning (Ford NGL), the weeklong study visit centered on Romeo Community Schools,

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Career Success Brings Former Academy Student Full Circle

Engineer Helps Connect Student Learning to Real-World Opportunity   For many students, the journey from high school into adulthood and career is uncertain. They face a landscape filled with options, but often lack the meaningful career support and direction needed to find their way. Traditional education often fails to bridge the

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Unlocking Gen Z’s Potential: Top 3 Skills for Career Success

During Louisville in Action: A Ford NGL Leadership Lab for Business & School Partnerships, we gained valuable insights from a dynamic Learning Exchange. Participants identified the Top 3 Workplace Skills that are essential for preparing today’s students for the workforce: 1. Communication in ALL Forms (3 votes) Effective communication is

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