Collaboration is Key to Student Success: Lessons from the St. Vrain Valley School District
Erin Parks March 22, 2019
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Transforming Education Systems to Make Room for Innovation
Scott Laband March 18, 2019
Expand Work-Based Learning via the Career Success Program
Colorado students need to be prepared for our state’s growing, middle-skill jobs, from healthcare to IT to advanced manufacturing.
Jamie Trafficanda March 14, 2018
Creating & Scaling Innovative Career and Technical Education: 5 Lessons from Colorado
“Why am I learning this? How is this relevant to my future?” In a rapidly-changing economy, our answers to these age-old questions from students are more important than ever.
Scott Laband February 16, 2018
Grand Junction Builds Sustainability into Work-Based Learning Programs
“Every day I’m a part of this environment it makes me happier and more thrilled about my life.”
Jamie Trafficanda January 31, 2018
More Work-Based Learning Means More Funding for Colorado Schools
As employers, Colorado Succeeds members know the value of high-quality, work-based learning experiences for students.
Kelly Caufield November 26, 2017
Work-Based Learning in Colorado – Guides for Business and Education
In Peyton School District, students work with $800,000 worth of the latest high-tech woods machinery and equipment. In Denver Public Schools, hundreds of students participated in career training opportunities via the CareerConnect – CareerLaunch Internship Program in 2016. These are
Shannon Nicholas November 21, 2017
St. Vrain Valley Schools Prepare Students and Community for the Future
St. Vrain Valley Schools is nestled in a suburban community that is also home to a bevy of high tech companies, construction projects, restaurants, and a host of other career opportunities requiring specialized education and certifications.
Jamie Trafficanda November 14, 2017
Accelerating Work-Based Learning at the 2017 Sectors Summit
The Sectors Summit, aimed at accelerating work-based learning statewide, was the largest gathering of its kind in Colorado. Hosted by the TalentFound Network – which includes Colorado Succeeds -the summit brought together more than 500 attendees from business, K-12 education, post-secondary
Shannon Nicholas October 23, 2017
Salida School District’s Building Trades Program Tackles Affordable Housing Head-On
Like many Colorado mountain communities, affordable housing in Salida is challenging to find, especially for local educators. The Salida School District, in close partnership with local businesses and the community college, took matters into their own hands.
Jamie Trafficanda August 22, 2017
Manufacturing Relevance and Real-World Skills in Peyton, Colorado
It may seem like an unlikely location for an innovative, career and technical education (CTE) model, but a formerly abandoned middle school building in rural Peyton, Colorado, is now teeming with life, thanks to the efforts of a small group
Shannon Nicholas August 17, 2017
How a Science Project Becomes a Company
Do you remember what you were doing at the age of 17? If you’re like most of us, your days were probably filled with going to school, completing homework, participating in sports or clubs, and hanging out with friends.
Shannon Nicholas March 15, 2017
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- Network Perspectives (32)
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- STEM (26)
- Teachers & Leaders (30)
- The Succeeds Prize (14)
- Work-Based Learning (38)
Recent Articles
Collaboration is Key to Student Success: Lessons from the St. Vrain Valley School District
Erin Parks March 22, 2019
Transforming Education Systems to Make Room for Innovation
Scott Laband March 18, 2019
