Collegiate Edu-Nation
Project Title
For general support
Date
Jun. 06, 2024
Duration
15 months
Description
Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN) was launched to address the education gap in rural communities. Its P-20 System Model works to improve rural students’ educational outcomes by aligning their paths with local job opportunities. The initiative involves creating a culture of high expectations, dual-credit programs, and focusing on high-demand fields through teacher training, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement. Expected outcomes include high school completion, attainment of degrees and certifications, and aligning pathways with workforce demands. The innovative model includes ongoing research, work-based learning, hands-on experiences, and tying classroom learning to real-world issues. As they plan to scale, they aim to learn from other leaders in the sector. Support for this work comes through the Education Programs Profiles in Collective Leadership initiative, which seeks to support organizations that are delivering learning opportunities thatconsistently put young people on a path to thriving futures and engaged citizenship.