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Unlock a lucrative career in mold-making with apprenticeships that pay for your education and lead to earnings of over $40 an hour—no prior experience needed!

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Local employers say mold-maker apprenticeships, NC3 and TMA credentials lead to well-paid jobs
Industry and school representatives outlined certifications, journeyman tracks and wages for mold makers and other technicians, and urged students to pursue math and reliability to prepare for technical careers.
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November 10, 2026 at 2:24 AM
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Franklin County just approved a $50,000 grant to empower 1,500 students through innovative civic leadership and educational exchanges across central Ohio!

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Franklin County approves $50,000 grant to Erase the Space for youth civic leadership programs
The Franklin County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution No. 357-26 to award a $50,000 grant to Erase the Space to expand cross-district civic leadership exchanges and workforce-readiness programming serving roughly 1,500 students across central Ohio.
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November 9, 2026 at 7:52 PM
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Perry City is on the brink of a transformation with the new Audi mega-site promising 4,500 jobs, but are we ready for the impact?

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City manager warns Audi mega‑site will reshape region; asks council to form task force
City Manager Smith told the council the announced Audi facility near Perry could bring about 4,500 full‑time jobs and recommended creating a cross‑departmental task force to prepare infrastructure, workforce and planning responses.
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November 5, 2026 at 6:09 AM
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Exciting curriculum changes are on the horizon, including a new pre-apprenticeship EMS course and the addition of American Sign Language III to empower students for future careers!

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Curriculum committee advances program-of-studies revisions including EMS pre-apprenticeship and ASL III
Curriculum staff proposed updates for 2027-28: deletion of low-enrollment college-math and web/digital-print courses, addition of three half-credit electives, an ASL III course and a new pre-apprenticeship EMS course tied to Citronia Ambulance Corps that will create a pathway toward paid apprenticeship and certification.
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November 7, 2026 at 10:15 PM
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Caswell County is gearing up for a transformative economic strategy that could reshape its future by 2030—what are the top initiatives they’ll prioritize?

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Caswell County reviews proposed 2026–2030 economic development strategy; no action taken
County commissioners held a special meeting to review a consultant’s proposed 2026–2030 economic development strategy that builds on a 2018 plan; staff asked the board to identify two to three priority initiatives for the coming 12 months. No formal vote was taken.
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November 5, 2026 at 12:02 PM
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With a staggering 99% graduation rate for CTE students and expanded dual-credit opportunities, the district is transforming workforce readiness like never before!

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CTE director highlights high graduation rates and expanded dual-credit, internships
Director Brian Burton told the board CTE students had near‑universal graduation outcomes, expanded dual-credit opportunities (about 30 classes), growth in internships and strong CTSO participation, while flagging a drop in science proficiency that the district will address.
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November 1, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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Jackson State Community College is transforming futures in West Tennessee by awarding 300 associate degrees to high school students through innovative dual-enrollment programs!

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Jackson State stresses pathways after partnership with JMCSS; 300 high school associates noted
Dr. Darlette Carver Samuels told the JMCSS podcast Jackson State Community College has awarded about 300 associate degrees to high school students through dual-enrollment and early-college programs and emphasized short-term credentials and transfer pathways.
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November 2, 2026 at 12:25 AM
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Google's Clinical AI Certificate Shows the Real Enterprise AI Bottleneck: Staff Readiness Google published a certificate on 29 October that takes under five hours to finish and carries continuing medical…

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Google's Clinical AI Certificate Shows the Real Enterprise AI Bottleneck: Staff Readiness
Google's Clinical AI Certificate Shows the Real Enterprise AI Bottleneck: Staff Readiness Google published a certificate on 29 October that takes under five hours to finish and carries continuing medical education credit. It may say more about stalled AI programmes than any model launch this…
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October 31, 2026 at 5:31 AM
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Red Clay School District is proposing a transformative shift by converting Thomas McCain High School into an Innovation Center, offering over 20 career pathways and early college opportunities under one roof.

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Red Clay proposes McCain Innovation Center to centralize career pathways and reduce underenrollment
District staff recommended converting Thomas McCain High School into a McCain Innovation Center to concentrate CTE and early-college pathways, reduce three comprehensive attendance-zone high schools to two, and phase changes with grandfathering and shuttle service; the board has postponed a final vote pending 11 conditions.
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October 27, 2026 at 8:35 PM
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Ambassador Rahm Emanuel reveals how the STAR Scholarship program transformed access to education for 20,000 Chicago students, making community college free for those who achieved a B average.

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Emanuel highlights Chicago STAR scholarship as a national model for access
Ambassador Rahm Emanuel described Chicago’s STAR Scholarship and connected dual enrollment, advisors, and industry partnerships as drivers for expanding access and workforce readiness, saying about 20,000 students have used the program.
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October 25, 2026 at 2:35 AM
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Ambassador Rahm Emanuel is advocating for a bold shift in federal funding, proposing to redirect billions from immigration enforcement to empower community colleges and boost workforce readiness.

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Proposal: Redirect part of ICE detention funding to modernize community colleges
At a California Community Colleges summit session, Ambassador Rahm Emanuel and conference speakers advanced a proposal to redirect about 20% of a cited $38.3 billion in federal detention spending into community-college modernization and programs, arguing it would expand workforce training and economic mobility.
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October 25, 2026 at 2:32 AM
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Calbright's Ajita emphasizes that successful AI adoption in education must prioritize learners' needs over mere task automation to enhance trust and empathy.

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Calbright leader says design AI adoption around learners, not tasks
Ajita of Calbright urged colleges to anchor AI pilots in learners' needs, use institution-wide frameworks, and build continuous feedback so technology frees staff to focus on high-value human interactions.
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October 25, 2026 at 2:44 AM
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The UNC School of Social Work is launching a groundbreaking five-year initiative to transform public-sector social work education, starting with pilot programs that address critical workforce needs.

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UNC outlines five‑year Public Service Leadership Program to recruit and train social‑work graduates for public sector work
UNC presenters described a 5‑year Public Service Leadership Program that partners 25 social‑work campuses, uses a year‑one employer needs assessment (134 employers), and will pilot BSW/MSW/post‑MSW cohorts with focused practicum, clinical mentorship and rural practice supports.
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October 20, 2026 at 9:04 PM
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Bayer's monumental $2.2 billion investment in New Albany could open doors for student internships and partnerships that may shape the future of education in our community!

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Bayer plans $2.2 billion New Albany plant; district hears potential school partnerships
Superintendent Dr. Fine told the New Albany-Plain Local board that Bayer plans to invest $2,200,000,000 in a new pharmaceutical manufacturing site in New Albany and flagged opportunities for student internships and district partnerships; officials said revenue timing and amounts remain uncertain.
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October 17, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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The Army Software Factory: Software Solutions By Soldiers, For Soldiers
The U.S. Army Software Factory at Austin Community College provides an opportunity for the Army to solve problems with Soldier-led solutions
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October 16, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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Superintendent Ryan Williamson's latest report reveals a shocking break-in at Lawrence Public Schools and highlights exciting career opportunities for students—find out more about these critical updates!

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Superintendent reports on break-in, bond assessment, crossing guard shift and career programs
Superintendent Ryan Williamson's Oct. 2026 report covered a recent district break-in, results of a PFM bond needs assessment, marketing work by GMB, the crossing guard position's transfer to the Village of Lawrence, and student career-exploration programs such as Schools to Tools and a Detroit Tigers career fair.
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October 16, 2026 at 9:43 AM
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GNO's HBCU internship program just hit a record with 45 paid interns and a staggering 97% retention rate—could this be the game-changer for student job placements?

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GNO internship program says most paid interns are retained; council urged to recruit students
GNO officials described an HBCU‑focused paid internship program that placed a record cohort of 45 paid interns, reported high post‑internship retention and cited average cohort outcomes; presenters urged institutions to recruit students and coordinate follow‑up with LA Works for workforce placement.
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October 13, 2026 at 6:21 AM
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Wayne County Public Schools has skyrocketed from 91st to 51st in statewide rankings, showcasing remarkable gains in math and reading across the board!

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Wayne County schools report big gains; district rises from 91st to 51st in state ranking
Superintendent and accountability director told commissioners Wayne County Public Schools rose substantially in statewide rankings and showed gains across reading, math and subgroup metrics, while officials flagged several schools that remain low-performing and outlined next steps to keep improvement going.
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October 8, 2026 at 10:37 PM
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Be Able has achieved national accreditation for its recovery housing program and is empowering residents with workforce training, but that's just the beginning of their ambitious plans!

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‘Be Able’ reports accreditation, occupancy gains and workforce training plans
Be Able representatives told the Riley County Commission their recovery housing program is now nationally accredited for three properties, houses about 22–23 men in a 24‑bed capacity, has graduated eight or nine participants to traditional leases, and launched a workforce academy; the organization plans women’s housing in 2027.
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October 6, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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Welding instructor Chad Donahue just scored a $75,000 prize for transforming his students' futures and championing skilled trades in Des Moines!

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Des Moines welding instructor Chad Donahue wins $75,000 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools prize
Chad Donahue, a welding instructor at Des Moines Central Campus, received a $75,000 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools award; students, the superintendent and the mayor praised his mentorship and the grant’s potential to expand skilled-trades opportunities.
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October 4, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Ray Steffensen unveiled a vision for Monroe’s economic future, outlining a strategic partnership to enhance countywide development and ensure local voices are heard.

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Economic Alliance urges Monroe to help shape countywide 'Forward Snohomish' plan
Ray Steffensen, president and CEO of the Economic Alliance Snohomish County, briefed Monroe council on county ADO work, recent investment wins and a proposed standardized municipal MOU to align services and representation across Snohomish County.
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October 3, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Hot Springs is buzzing with new opportunities, bringing in 1,325 potential jobs and a massive $700 million in investment as site work kicks off on the former Buddy Beam property!

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Metro Partnership reports eight AEDC leads, site work underway on former Buddy Beam site
Cole McCaskill told the board the Hot Springs Metro Partnership has eight new manufacturing leads from AEDC totaling roughly 1,325 potential jobs and significant capital interest; he also said site work began on the former Buddy Beam property after a $2,123,000 AEDC grant.
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October 4, 2026 at 9:34 AM
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High school students in Jackson Madison County can earn a Certified Nursing Assistant credential, potentially making $20 an hour before they even graduate!

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JMCSS says high-school CNA credential can lead to pay and early workforce entry
Chief Farmer described how JMCSS students can earn nationally recognized CNA credentials beginning in junior year, do senior-year work‑based learning, and "make as much as $20 an hour"—a concrete example of how CTE leads to early earnings and employment options.
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September 30, 2026 at 12:26 AM
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Santa Clara County's new Child Care Blueprint reveals alarming barriers faced by families and proposes urgent solutions to tackle high costs and accessibility issues.

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County adopts Child Care Blueprint calling for subsidy expansion, workforce supports and facility investment
The Board received and accepted a Child Care Blueprint built from 12 family focus groups and a multi‑stakeholder advisory committee. The plan highlights a shortage of infant/toddler slots, low educator wages and barriers faced by 'cliff' families; staff will convene an action committee to pursue funding and implementation.
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September 22, 2026 at 12:30 AM