Some schools are just starting to build the systems that connect classrooms to careers. Others already have strong CTE programs and are asking sharper questions: Where’s the next connection point? Which students are falling through gaps, where the data hasn’t shown yet? How does this scale what's working across more grade levels?
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The Workforce Education Accelerator meets your school where it is. It provides something that can be difficult to find during the school year: dedicated time to step away from daily demands, examine your data and systems, and identify opportunities to strengthen students’ pathways from kindergarten through graduation and into the workforce.
You or your team will:
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Pause and reflect on your current systems and student outcomes
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Analyze data to better understand student pathways and identify gaps
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Design actionable strategies aligned with workforce needs and opportunities
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Collaborate with peers across Colorado who are tackling similar challenges
Grounded in Colorado
MindSpark has partnered with the Anschutz Foundation to bring a Workforce Education Accelerator to a select group of Colorado school leaders at no cost. This professional learning experience is grounded in Governor Polis' priorities around talent development, career-connected learning, and economic mobility.
Who It's For
Designed for Colorado K–12 leaders, educators, and decision-makers, including principals, assistant principals, district leaders, and BOCES leaders serving every grade band, from elementary through high school.​
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Whether your school is early in this work or already has strong systems in place, there's a track for you.
How it Works
Commitment: Four sessions, low lift, high impact
Format: Virtual sessions, held after school
Schedule: 4:30–6:30pm MT
September 8 · October 13 · November 10 · December 8
(Every 2nd Tuesday)
Coaching: Optional coaching sessions flexible to meet your needs.
