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Forty percent of full-time undergraduates work, with the majority working 20-34 hours a week. First-generation college students are much more likely than other students to work longer hours and much less likely to secure career-boosting internships. Vote for our SXSW EDU session in PanelPicker this week, “Learning While Earning: Rethinking Student Employment” with @Ping Shi, Principal, Growth & Strategy at @Intuit, Louie Rodriguez, J.D., Vice Provost for Professional Development, Engagement, and Strategic Initiatives for the @University of Texas at El Paso, former Massachusetts Gov. Jane Swift, President of Education at Work, and me to explore new models of student work and employment that are disrupting the broken economics of working while in college—and creating meaningful work experience for today’s increasingly diverse college students. https://lnkd.in/efEvDsYr

Four out of 10 full-time undergraduate students work—and most are clocking 20-34 hours a week. First-generation college students are much more likely to work longer hours and much less likely to secure career-boosting internships. These are BIG challenges. And the world needs to know about them. 👉 What you can do: Vote for our SXSW EDU session “Learning While Earning: Rethinking Student Employment” here: https://lnkd.in/efEvDsYr I’ll be joining Ping Shi, Principal, Growth & Strategy at Intuit, Louie Rodriguez, J.D., Vice Provost for Professional Development, Engagement, and Strategic Initiatives for The University of Texas at El Paso, and former Massachusetts Gov. Jane Swift, President of Education at Work to discuss this critical issue. We’ll explore some exciting new models of student work and employment. Because let’s face it: The economics of working while in college are broken. But we have a chance now to recreate meaningful work experience for today’s college students.

I always look forward to attending SXSW EDU. It’s a great opportunity to meet the changemakers who are developing the learning platforms and programs that will help more people discover, develop, and deploy their unique aptitudes.    This year, our team at CKF has been included in three session ideas that SXSW Edu will consider for its agenda. These panels will help employers, school districts, postsecondary educators, and individual families tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing the country when it comes to education and learning.    The SXSW PanelPicker® allows you to vote on what you want to hear. Please consider supporting these session ideas featuring CKF and our partners: Scaling Teacher Apprenticeships: 4 Years of Data And Learning. For the last four years, Reach University has been helping K-12 schools districts tackle their recruiting and retention challenges. As the country’s first teacher apprenticeship program, how did the organization do it? Reach University leaders and their funding partners at CKF will share four years of inputs, outputs, and learnings about how to scale teacher apprenticeship programs. Innovative Skills Training Financing To Unlock Potential. For millions of Americans stuck in low-wage jobs, sector-specific accelerated skills training is a proven path to economic mobility. Yet the opportunity costs can make even tuition-free training inaccessible. This panel, led by Per Scholas, will examine how creative partnerships can forge new solutions, with an in-depth look at one innovative approach: an optional, outcomes-based, interest-free loan to cover living expenses. Join us to explore how efforts like this can drive economic development and create enduring pathways to prosperity. Building Human Capital And Reducing Inequality In An AI World. The OECD predicts that, within 15 years, automation will eliminate 14% of all jobs and change another third. Still, workers should not fear this change. By showcasing programs that are achieving results for business and for people, panelists will explore how the technology revolution can be harnessed to create opportunity and reduce inequality.    Vote here:

Better Youth is dedicated to building communities that foster creativity and equip young people with professional development in media arts and technology. By providing support for housing, wellness resources, and paid internships, Better Youth is committed to transforming lives. Their programs are designed to develop and sharpen life and social skills, ensuring that foster and system-impacted youth, ages 16-24, have access, equity, and support in their journey towards success. Through media arts programming and mentoring, Better Youth helps bridge the digital divide and boost creative confidence in young individuals. Better Youth maintains a strong focus on early career preparation. Better Youth has a 90% program retention rate, and 80% of youth members pursue internships to gain further experience and build skills. Remarkably, 91% of these youths graduate high school, enroll in college, or secure employment. Every young individual engages with digital media and technology platforms, highlighting the organization’s commitment to digital inclusivity. By offering pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship career pathways in digital storytelling, Better Youth continues to uplift the next generation of creative minds. 🌟 Discover more about Better Youth on their website: https://lnkd.in/g6XgxRCv #BetterYouth #YouthEmpowerment #MediaArts

Hi Fam, As parents and educators, we constantly seek ways to inspire our children and prepare them for the future. In a world increasingly driven by technology, it's essential to equip our young minds with the skills they need to thrive. The summer holiday period, often seen as a break from formal education, presents a unique opportunity to engage children in tech capacity building in a fun and innovative way. At TECH DAD, we believe in the power of early tech education to shape the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. Our Summer Tech Camp is designed to harness the curiosity and creativity of boys aged 6 to 15, turning their summer break into a journey of discovery and achievement. just about using technology—understanding how it works and being able to create with it is what truly empowers our children. Tech education fosters critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity, providing a strong foundation for future careers. Stay tuned for more updates as we gear up for an unforgettable summer of learning and fun. Together, we can make a difference in our children's futures. Read More, click the link below ... #TECHDAD #SummerTechCamp #TechEducation #FutureLeaders #DreamAchieveDiscover

Research suggests that students who regularly attend high-quality summer learning opportunities can reap both academic and social benefits. Planning for such high-quality programs often takes place at least a year in advance. See how programs in Akron, OH, and Woodward, OK, approach program planning and operations–and catch a few tips for next year. Happy Summer Learning Week! https://bit.ly/467BvaI

🌟 Our first day at the Single Vue Academy STREAM Camp was truly inspiring! The "Design an HBCU" mobile app project powered by MAD-learn had our Black and Brown scholars deeply engaged in computational thinking while celebrating the rich culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Here's a glimpse of the incredible experience: 1️⃣ Exploring HBCU History: Scholars delved into the rich history and significance of HBCUs, learning about their profound impact on Black culture and education. This foundation set the stage for our project, instilling pride and purpose. 2️⃣ Brainstorming App Ideas: Students collaborated to brainstorm unique features that reflect HBCU culture, such as virtual campus tours showcasing historical landmarks and student life. This creative process ignited their passion for design thinking. 3️⃣ Planning the App: Scholars mapped out their ideas, outlining the app's key components and functionalities. This phase fostered critical thinking and teamwork, essential skills in computational thinking. ✨ Witnessing our students embrace technology and heritage simultaneously was a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. We are nurturing the next generation of tech innovators who are rooted in their cultural identity. 🚀 Parents and educators, let’s keep this momentum going! Share your thoughts and ideas on how we can continue to support and inspire our Black and Brown scholars in STEM. Drop a comment below and let’s spark a meaningful conversation! #CodingWithCulture #HBCUPride #STEMEducation #BlackExcellence #MADLearn #TechForGood #SVAacademy

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Looking forward to this conversation about the representation of the first-gen experience in films.

You've heard about the "DRF Mafia". Want a little taste of what we're up to Dorm Room Fund? Scope our summer programming at DRF-- and a **sneaky** early drop of our student investment partner application. 👀 Applications for our 2024 Summer Tracks are open! Using my somm skills here-- these pair nicely with a summer internship or full time building (not instead of). https://lnkd.in/eze6RKn6 This year, we're bringing back the hits: 🦾 Women’s Investor Track (WIT): A 6-week investor training program for students who identify as women. 💸 Women’s Founder Track (WFT): An 8-week curriculum for builders who identify as women. 💎 Blueprint Investor Track (BIT): Also spanning 6 weeks, this investor track is crafted for students who identify as Black, Latine, or Indigenous. 🌈 PRISM: A 6-week journey into investment for students who identify as LGBTQIA+. 🤓 PhD Track: Specifically designed for PhD students who are building companies and want a leg up with commercialization. These programs have three key pillars: a weekly speaker series (past speakers include Union Square Ventures' Rebecca Kaden, Floodgate's Ann Miura-Ko, OpenAI's Sam Altman…need we say more), a 1to1 mentor match, and a like-minded cohort of other students on the journey with you. And the cherry on top: you get to know the DRF Fam before fall recruitment kicks off in August. You can read more about them here. https://lnkd.in/eDfYXxxq Interested in DRF but can’t swing this summer? Apps for the investment partnership are open early. https://lnkd.in/enceku5c 👈 Last thing - if you’re an investor friend who wants to give back and help shape the next generation of investors and founders, please shout; we’d love to have you speak or be a mentor for one of our Summer Tracks. Caroline Toch can send you in the right direction.