Edu-REACH
Rural Education Achievement for Community Hope
Years 13-20
About Edu-REACH
Our Mission:
To empower rural communities by providing innovative educational pathways and career training that enhance workforce development and career opportunities for underserved adult learners.
Our Purpose:
The Edu-REACH coaching model is designed to guide, support, and empower adult learners and P-TECH 13/14 students in rural areas. Through weekly sessions, our coaches provide both academic and life skills to help learners overcome challenges, stay on track with their educational goals, and build competencies essential for successful careers and meaningful community contributions.
Our Vision:
A future where every individual in rural areas has access to transformative education and employment opportunities, fostering community resilience and economic prosperity.
As a P-20 System Model, CEN is committed to supporting students from Pre-K through Year 20. The Edu-REACH program recognizes the critical importance of nurturing talent within rural communities. By offering local, adult students the opportunity to pursue degrees and certifications without the burden of relocation, Edu-REACH seeks to bridge the educational gap that many rural communities encounter. The project bolsters local economies by ensuring that students can access relevant post-secondary education and apprenticeships in their respective communities.
Through the Edu-REACH initiative, we envision a future where non-traditional, rural students have the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their local communities. Adults of rural Texas interested in attending a post-secondary institution for the first time, those returning, and/or joining a Registered Apprenticeship Program can contact Brittany Williams at bwilliams@edu-nation.org.
REAL STORIES, REAL IMPACT
REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Apprenticeships
A combination of On-the-Job Training (OJT) and Related Technical Instruction (RTI) in which the apprentice learns the practice, theoretical aspects and concepts of the occupation. This program offers an accelerated path into the industry individuals desire to build a career with. You will gain access to a mentor & wage increases as skills are mastered. CEN, as the program sponsor, serves to connect employers to apprentices.
Teach Where it Matters
Teacher Apprenticeships
Funded by AmeriCorps, and in collaboration with West Texas A&M, addresses the teacher shortage in rural Texas by recruiting local talent and offering comprehensive training for certification. The program includes work-based internships, mentor teacher training, and college advising, creating a flexible path to certification and fostering a sustainable future for rural education.
CEN Partnered with:
Big Country Rural Healthcare Hub
Healthcare Apprenticeships
#EPIC
Empowering People, Inspiring Communities
The #EPIC Project drives collaboration across
rural regions to enhance economic mobility,
education, infrastructure, and quality of life. By
connecting civic leaders, businesses, and
educational institutions, we aim to create
sustainable solutions that strengthen workforce
readiness and empower local communities.
Through initiatives like housing development,
education-to-workforce pathways, and public-
private partnerships, the #EPIC Project is a catalyst
for long-term rural revitalization.
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