In Knoxville, Tennessee, education and industry are coming together in ways that show what is possible when schools and businesses align around a shared vision. Carter High School, part of Knox County Schools, is now home to an initiative that reflects the heart of the Ford NGL Community Connected Academy
Akron Public Schools Superintendent Mary Outley gives the history of the district’s College and Career Academies model, which began in 2016.
Dayton Public began working with Ford Next Generation Learning in October 2024. Dayton Public Schools is implementing a plan to change classes at every grade level to ensuer students graduate better prepared for success in the local job market.
Christian County’s school district is undergoing a major transformation, consolidating its two high schools and career technical center into a new academy-model high school. This shift represents an opportunity for the community to get more involved in shaping education and workforce development to meet local needs.
Christian County’s school district is undergoing a major transformation, consolidating its two high schools and career technical center into a new academy-model high school. This shift represents an opportunity for the community to get more involved in shaping education and workforce development to meet local needs.
“Education does not happen in isolation,” said Taylor Hayes, president of the Christian County Chamber of Commerce. “It thrives when businesses, organizations, and neighbors step forward as partners. Education serves the entire community, not just the schools.”
Leaders say the success of Christian County’s new academy model will depend on continued collaboration between schools, businesses, and civic partners working together to build the local workforce.
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.
As Virginia’s new secretary of education, Smith is committed to building bigger tables. “Together, we can advance a vision for a Commonwealth that is stronger, safer, and more affordable for all Virginians, ensuring that every learner has the opportunity to achieve and succeed,” he said.
Strong partnerships between employers, K‑12 schools, and higher education are essential for helping students understand evolving career paths and access real‑world learning opportunities.
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