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2020 Colorado Election Recap for Education Advocates

Kelly Caufield November 30, 2020

US Chamber of Commerce Foundation Survey Sheds Light on the Impact of COVID-19

Ashley Andersen November 30, 2020

Gov. Polis’ RISE Fund Recipients Align with Vision 2030

Earlier this month, Governor Polis announced the first round of Response, Innovation, and Student Equity (RISE) Education Fund awardees. The $32.7 million fund supports high-needs school districts, charter schools, and public institutions of higher education to address the learning challenges

Shannon Nicholas November 30, 2020

HomeAdvisor Report Uncovers Need for Career-Connected Learning

Employees in the skilled trades, like home service professionals, are shown to experience high job satisfaction and career growth, and they are considered a vital part of the U.S. economy. However, these industries are facing a shortage of qualified workers.

Brad Revare November 30, 2020

Career Success Development Fund Provides Clear Pathways to Employment in Colorado

Originally published in the Pueblo Chieftain on October 11, 2020. As a long-time educator in Pueblo County School District 70, I have developed over the years a deep appreciation for the importance of Career and Technical Education (CTE), and for

Colorado Succeeds October 27, 2020

5 Tips for Community Colleges Developing Industry Partnerships

On September 9, Scott Laband, President of Colorado Succeeds, participated on a panel discussion with the Colorado Community College System Board and college presidents focused on the ways in which community colleges can partner with business to give their students

Colorado Succeeds September 30, 2020

Homegrown Talent Initiative Awards $750,000 for Program Implementation

Career-Connected Learning Opportunities Rooted in Rural Communities For the past year, rural communities across Colorado have been working on setting a new vision for their students and local economies. Community design teams made up of superintendents, business leaders, educators, students,

Erin Kerr August 27, 2020

College Credit for Work Experience Changes the Game

Colorado students and workers will now have more opportunities to receive college credit for qualified work experience. HB20-1002, College Credit for Work Experience, which was signed into law earlier this month by Gov. Jared Polis, will allow students and members of the current workforce to

Kelly Caufield July 29, 2020

Work-Based Learning Continues Amid COVID-19

COVID-19 has caused many changes to Colorado’s education system, and work-based learning is no exception. Whether it’s internships, apprenticeships, or credential attainment, students, schools, and businesses are finding innovative ways to navigate and ensure work-based learning still works for learners

Brad Revare April 28, 2020

Homegrown Talent Initiative Exemplar Cañon City Shares COVID-19 Response Insights

Cañon City Schools – Homegrown Talent Initiative exemplar and 2019 Winner of The Succeeds Prize for Excellence in STEM Education – shared early strategies and lessons learned from their rural district’s response efforts one month since COVID-19 disrupted our schools

Madison Knapp April 24, 2020

Better Building Blocks to Close Colorado’s Skills Gap

Four years after it was signed into law by Governor Hickenlooper, the pilot is now more commonly known as the Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP). Over three years, the program has received requests for nearly 16,000 eligible incentives earned by students.

Erin Parks February 24, 2020

How Communities Are Helping Students Succeed Through Career-Connected Learning Opportunities

Colorado Succeeds believes that educators can provide students with a greater sense of purpose through career-connected learning – where relevancy and interests for students can be fostered and grow.