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Together, we're building the next generation of ou Together, we're building the next generation of outstanding teachers. Interested in joining? Connect with Kristin Luft at kluft@edu-nation.org to learn more. #TeachWhereItMatters #AmeriCorps #TeacherApprenticeship #TeacherPipeline #FutureTeachers #GrowYourOwn
What happens when a district commits to creating o What happens when a district commits to creating opportunities for every student? Seagraves ISD shared their journey at the Rural Empowerment Conference, highlighting how CEN helped turn ambitious goals into thriving CCR pathways that are preparing students for college, careers, and the future. #REC2026 #RuralEmpowermentConference #PTECH #SchoolTransformation #RuralEd #RuralWorkforce #WorkforceDevelopment #CENDistrict
The next generation of educators deserves the wisd The next generation of educators deserves the wisdom of those who've led the way. 🍎 Through Teach Where it Matters, an AmeriCorps-supported Registered Teacher Apprenticeship, aspiring educators receive hands-on experience while learning alongside accomplished education leaders with years of classroom and administrative experience. This isn't just observation—it's real mentorship that helps future teachers build the confidence, skills, and support they need to succeed while strengthening the educator pipeline for our schools. Interested in becoming a future educator? Connect with Kristin Luft at kluft@edu-nation.org to learn more. #TeachWhereItMatters #AmeriCorps #TeacherApprenticeship #TeacherPipeline #GrowYourOwn #FutureTeachers #RuralEducation
What if your next career changed a student's futur What if your next career changed a student's future? Teach Where it Matters is an AmeriCorps-supported Registered Teacher Apprenticeship that helps aspiring educators gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and a pathway to teacher certification. Interested? Connect with Kristin Luft to learn more. Email: kluft@edu-nation.org #TeachWhereItMatters #AmeriCorps #TeacherApprenticeship #GrowYourOwn #FutureTeachers #RuralEducation
🚨 A transformational investment in rural Texas. 🚨 🚨 A transformational investment in rural Texas. 🚨 More than $20.3 million has been awarded through The Moody Foundation's M-Pact Fund to support 13 rural Texas initiatives that will expand college and career pathways, strengthen workforce readiness, and create lasting economic opportunity across the state. As the intermediary supporting this work, Collegiate Edu-Nation is honored to partner with these visionary schools and organizations as they launch innovative initiatives that will expand access to dual credit, industry-recognized credentials, apprenticeships, work-based learning, STEM education, and other high-impact opportunities for students and adult learners. This investment is about more than funding—it's about empowering rural communities, strengthening local talent pipelines, and creating brighter futures for generations to come. Congratulations to all 13 recipients. We can't wait to see the impact this work will have across rural Texas. 🔗 Read the full announcement: https://url.edu-nation.org/9 Join the movement. Become a Rural Champion. https://edu-nation.org/ruralchampions/ #RuralTexas #RuralEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #StudentSuccess #EconomicDevelopment #CareerPathways #MoodyFoundation #CollegiateEduNation #FutureReady
One of the highlights of #REC2026! This engaging p One of the highlights of #REC2026! This engaging panel featured leaders who understand how artificial intelligence is reshaping education, workforce development, and industry—and why collaboration across all three is essential for preparing learners and strengthening rural communities. The conversation set the tone for an inspiring conference filled with bold ideas, meaningful collaboration, and practical insights into navigating the future of learning and work. Thank you to our panelists for sharing your expertise and helping make REC 2026 such a memorable experience. #REC2026 #AIinEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureOfWork #EducationInnovation #Leadership #EconomicDevelopment
🌟 Big opportunities are coming to Far West Texas—a 🌟 Big opportunities are coming to Far West Texas—and we need YOU at the table. Join us for EPIC: Far West Texas Digital Workforce Convening, where education, industry, workforce development, and community leaders come together to shape the future of our region. 🔹 AI & Data Centers 🔹 Workforce Training 🔹 Apprenticeships 🔹 Infrastructure Planning 🔹 Policy & Funding 📅 August 27, 2026 📍 Ft. Stockton Convention Center ⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM Scan the QR code and register today! #EPIC #EmpoweringPeopleInspiringCommunities #FarWestTexas #FutureOfWork #EconomicGrowth #DigitalInfrastructure #CEN #EduREACH
Ready to make a difference in the classroom? Your Ready to make a difference in the classroom? Your teaching journey can start today. Teach Where it Matters is an AmeriCorps-supported Registered Teacher Apprenticeship designed to help future educators earn while they learn, receive mentorship, and build a meaningful career serving students in rural communities. We're currently accepting applications! 📩 Interested? Connect with Kristin Luft (kluft@edu-nation.org) to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a certified teacher. #TeachWhereItMatters #AmeriCorps #TeacherApprenticeship #RegisteredApprenticeship #GrowYourOwn #FutureTeachers #TeacherPipeline #RuralEducation #EducationCareers #CollegiateEduNation

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