Connections Academy

Did you know the semiconductor industry is projected to grow to need nearly 460,000 workers by 2030 in the United States? That's why we're excited to announce we're partnering with the SEMI Foundation to help students, families, and educators in Connections Academy schools prepare for the next generation of careers in the semiconductor industry. Learn more about this partnership: https://lnkd.in/eTH7daPR

Did you know that nearly eight out of 10 students are aware they need the right skills to be employable, but 42 percent share they don’t know where to start? That’s why we’re excited to share today that we’re entering a strategic partnership with Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA) to give middle and high school students real-world experiences exploring diverse careers in business and information technology (IT), providing school-to-work pathways and a head start on their professional journeys. See how this partnership provides students insight into growing fields and opportunities, as well as connections to FBLA’s 22 collegiate and 62 industry partners: https://lnkd.in/eU7sKGFi

Drumroll, please! 🥁 Connections Academy at Springs, a new tuition-free online public charter school program, will begin operating for the 2024-2025 school year in partnership with Springs Charter Schools! The online program will be open to students in grades K-10 living in Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego counties. Connections Academy at Springs is now enrolling for its inaugural academic year. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/euNNs5Gu

We're excited to announce three new Connections Academy public school programs in Pennsylvania, California, and Missouri for the 2024-25 school year! https://lnkd.in/eKMqYbia

Parents and students are prioritizing skills that lead to improved career opportunities AND a fulfilling life. Lorin Thomas-Tavel, managing director for Pearson’s Virtual Schools division, shared with NBC News Daily her list of 10 things she felt are important for her kids to learn before they reach college that can ladder up to the durable skills attractive to employers.

School leaders are in the perfect position to help employers understand how to attract the next generation to their workforce. Casey Welch, vice president for career, explains how.

Did you know that 30% of Connections Academy students begin thinking about their careers between 6th and 8th grade? We’re excited to partner with HOSA-Future Health Professionals to bring immersive experiences in healthcare occupations to students to meet them when they begin thinking about their career. Students participating in HOSA will benefit from connections to industry partners, including Fortune 100 healthcare companies, management consulting firms, top tier medical schools and more. See what this partnership means for middle and high school students. https://lnkd.in/ezVkhs77

Did you know that the U.S. construction industry has to fill over 700,000 jobs each year? 🤯 To help build the next generation of trade professionals, we're excited to announce Connections Academy's partnership with The Home Depot's Path to Pro program! This program will: 🔧 Introduce students to rewarding trade careers 🧰 Deliver valuable training and education 🪜 Connect them to those looking to hire early talent For more on the partnership: http://spr.ly/6048uM08E #TradeJobs #CareerReady #SkilledTrades

We are so excited to continue helping students with new, expanded programs to prepare them to thrive in their future careers!