Dayton Public Schools’ Academy Model is a cohesive PreK-12 approach to college and career readiness that prepares students for success in school, the workforce and life.

Host Robert Livernois focuses on career-related partnerships between schools and industry. He speaks with representatives from Macomb County, Ford Next Generation Learning, Romeo High School, Lanson, Incorporated, and Centerline High School about how these collaborations provide students with real-world learning experiences, job shadows, and internships.

“I have a three-day time period next week where I’m meeting with the Ford NGL coaches who have been working with Batesville, to really strengthen my understanding of Bulldog Ready and what our next steps for that are,” said Dr. Eastes.

The collaboration between Akron Public Schools and the chamber intends to bring classroom lessons into real-world settings.

Knox County students will soon get the chance to meet future employers during the school district’s annual career expo.

Knox County Schools’ 865 Academies hiring event allows teens the chance to get a jump start on summer jobs, seasonal employment and even careers.

The summit featured a keynote address from Donna Gilley with Ford Next Generation Learning, who discussed the academy model that will be used at the new school.

Akron Public Schools needed a new community partner to lead one of its college and career academies at Garfield Community Learning Center.

Akron Public Schools Superintendent Mary Outley gives the history of the district’s College and Career Academies model, which began in 2016.

The foundation’s mission is to enhance learning in Hopkins Public Schools. Each spring, the foundation hosts a fundraising gala to support its spark grants for classroom projects and a districtwide special project.

The Academies of Central Arkansas has officially been established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education and workforce development across Central Arkansas. The new foundation will strengthen partnerships between schools and employers, ensuring students gain real-world experience and career-ready skills before graduation.

Dayton Public Schools is implementing a plan to change classes at every grade level to ensure students graduate better prepared for success in the local job market.

Hear from special guest Donna Gilley, Ford Next Generation Learning Community Coach, as she shares the exciting transformation of the new Christian County High School.