Ford Next Generation Learning
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Ford Next Generation Learning
@fordngl.bsky.social
Ford NGL mobilizes educators, employers, and community leaders to prepare young people for college, careers, and life—to apply their passion and skills to improve and contribute to their communities and to succeed in a life defined by them.
Free webinar Oct 15! Ford NGL + NAF present Getting to Know KnoPro—real industry challenges (AI, Startups, Aerospace + more) turned into career-building opportunities for ALL students.

See how it works + preview Fall 2025 challenges. Prizes up to $500!

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October 1, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Industry associations + workforce intermediaries = powerful connectors between schools & employers. Join Associations as the Bridge: Unlocking Partnerships that Last to learn the how-tos. Learn more and register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
September 29, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Education reform isn’t boring or impossible. It’s hard—and it takes courage. In 36 mins, we unpack the Ford NGL Community Connected Academy Model and how it changes the game for students, educators & communities. Listen in here: player.captivate.fm/episode/6bdb...
September 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
@cherylcarrier.bsky.social joins the Swimming Upstream podcast to share the power of the Ford NGL Community Connected Academy Model—a movement transforming education & communities nationwide. Don’t miss it on the 25th! www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
September 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Our fall newsletter has dropped, and it’s filled with stories and updates to explore as the new season unfolds. Featuring highlights from across the network, this is one that you won't want to miss. Read here: fordngl.activehosted.com/social/2a79e...
September 3, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Moved listening to Batesville, IN Sup on the @pltworg.bsky.social podcast. He captured it perfectly: “moving beyond four walls and into their zip code.” That’s what real career-connected learning looks like—students preparing for their futures while strengthening community ties.
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August 29, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Akron in Action: A Ford NGL Community Experience is already over 50% sold!

Only a month left to lock in the early bird rate, now’s the time to register and be part of this powerful experience. Don’t miss your chance to see transformation in action!

Learn more and register here: lnkd.in/gCk9uXyM
June 2, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Our latest newsletter highlights...

✅ A former academy student who returns as a mentor
✅ Second graders connecting learning to the real world
✅ Global leaders reimagining what's next
+ MORE

Read here: bit.ly/3YWAqjP

#FordNGL #CareerConnectedLearning #FutureOfEducation
May 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Registration is OPEN for Akron in Action: A Ford NGL Community Experience, Nov 12–14! Only 150 seats and over 40% gone! Hands-on site visits, insider strategies, real connections. Don’t miss out-secure your spot now: fordngl.com/akron-in-act...
May 16, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Cheers to the graduates across the #FordNGL network! 🎓
This isn’t just the end of a school year, it’s the beginning of a new journey, shaped by everything you've learned through powerful, community-connected experiences. We're proud of you and can’t wait to see what you do next. 💙
May 14, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Navigating the Future Together: 10 Career Exploration Questions and Tips for Families is a free, upcoming webinar with Hans Meeder. Learn how families can support career exploration—and win a copy of his new book.
Details + registration: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
April 29, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Grab your headphones 🎧 Justin Tucker, Assistant Principal at Batesville Middle School in IN, joins a podcast to discuss Batesville’s Ford NGL journey and how aligning K–12 with a Portrait of a Graduate is driving real student success. Listen here: bit.ly/3EfCNHe
April 9, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Ford NGL is at the #ASUGSVSummit! If you're here too, let us know. We believe real change in education happens through deep collaboration. We’re proud to align with the event's mission to build a future where every student has access to opportunity. Let's chat!
April 7, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Gen Alpha is the most digitally native, socially conscious generation yet. Are you ready to engage and prepare them?

Join us on April 10 at 11 AM ET for a free webinar on how education & business can adapt.

🔗 Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

#GenAlpha #FutureOfWork #Education #FordNGL
April 1, 2025 at 4:48 PM
See you next week at NAEF's ImpactED '25! Ford NGL is on the agenda w/our friends, Knox County Schools & the Knox Education Foundation. Learn more about, Creating Community-Based Systems to Scale Business-Education Partnerships That Impact All Students: www.educationfoundations.org/ImpactED-25-...
March 18, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Get to know Ford NGL via our network news. fordngl.activehosted.com/social/5ef05...
March 17, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Full circle moments like this are why we do what we do!
We met Alex, CEM in 2016 as a FNGL Student Ambassador. Now, this JCPS & @univeristyoflou.bsky.social Speed School alum is an engineer at GE Appliances. A testament to the power of the Ford NGL network. Stay tuned for more on his story!
March 7, 2025 at 8:09 PM
At Ford NGL, #teamwork drives our success—whether we're cracking codes in an escape room or gearing up for a big game! Just like in sports, it’s all about strategy, collaboration, and working together. So, who’s your pick? #Eagles or #Chiefs?
February 7, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Discover how communities across the U.S. and UK are transforming #ED & workforce dev! Check out our latest newsletter for inspiring stories of #Collaboration #Innovation
& #StudentSuccess. Read more: bit.ly/4gVnuSl

#CommunityConnected #EducationInnovation #FordNGL
#CareerReady
January 16, 2025 at 5:23 PM