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In order to build education and workforce systems that work for everyone, we need diverse representation in our leadership. Advance CTE continued our commitment to expanding and diversifying Career Technical Education leadership pipelines by: • Announcing a third cohort of our Postsecondary State CTE Fellowship • Launching a state-level fellowship initiative with New York as our pilot state • Releasing a postsecondary fellowship alumni directory to highlight the connections and skills of our accomplished Fellows

As part of our series highlighting the accomplishments of LeadingAge PA in 2024, today we are sharing our achievements in professional development and workforce initiatives: 🌟 Hosted our annual conferences and introduced the inaugural Women’s Executive Retreat to empower leaders. 🎓 Awarded professional development scholarships and internship grants to strengthen workforce initiatives. 🤝 Partnered with new education organizations to expand resources for members. 🏆 Honored another graduating class of Fellows in Leadership, building the next generation of changemakers. We’re proud of these accomplishments and can’t wait to share more about our advocacy work and partnerships in the coming days. Stay tuned! Learn more: Blog: https://ow.ly/pzlU50Ur0v9 Full Report: https://ow.ly/B8Tj50Uq8b6

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Interested in finding out more about becoming a Fellow (FACHE)? Check out our upcoming webinar to learn more about advancing your career and personal growth with ACHE of North Texas #fache #achentx #fellow #lifelonglearner

It is the opposite of doom and gloom for #students who will be entering into the #labor market amid huge demographic shifts and #workforce shortages. Opportunities abound, including in the #skilledtrades, via career and technical #education: "#CTE in some of the most in-demand and well-paying areas of work – #informationtechnology, #healthcare, #manufacturing, #engineering, #logistics and key business roles – will give students a competitive edge and help businesses and regions address #laborgaps. The opportunities for students enabled by the partnership between Connections Academy and the National Technical Honor Society are timely, as they align with the increasing demand for skilled professionals in these high-growth industries." #Skills #HighSchool #MiddleSchool #EarlyCareer #Jobs #Careers #CareerPaths #LearningWithPearson

This month's Alumni Spotlight is Henry Decoo from Entech! HOMETOWN: Bronx, NY TITLE: Director of Sales COMPANY: Entech LEADERSHIP YEAR: 2020 How do you stay connected with area professionals? "I stay connected with area professionals by utilizing a mix of networking events, online platforms like LinkedIn, and my participation on the Leadership Sarasota Council and Leadership Alumni Committee. I also engage in industry-specific associations, attend professional development programs, and foster relationships through informal meetings and community involvement to build a strong network of connections." What was the most impactful part about the Leadership Sarasota program? "The most impactful part of the program was getting to go behind the scenes and learning about how all of the different segments of the business community come together to advance the Sarasota community. This helped me to get a better understanding of how I can help to contribute to our community’s growth and prosperity by getting more involved." What’s the best piece of professional advice you have been given? "Solve a problem or go away. We are either helping people achieve their goals or solve their problems. That’s the mentality we need to have when we are conducting business."

This happened this week to my kids when meeting with teachers! #KnowBetter #DoBetter The Misunderstandings of Monolingual Approaches: A Call for Change For too long, many educators have advised bilingual parents to prioritize English at home, believing that it would help their children succeed academically. While often well-intentioned, this advice is not only outdated but can also harm students and families. Research shows that encouraging bilingualism benefits cognitive development, academic achievement, and emotional well-being. When parents are told to focus solely on English, it dismisses the importance of their home language and culture. This not only puts unnecessary pressure on families but also risks alienating children from their linguistic heritage. Bilingualism is an asset, not a barrier, and students who maintain their home language alongside English often outperform their monolingual peers in the long run. Instead of urging parents to prioritize English over their native language, educators should promote additive bilingualism—encouraging students to become fluent in both languages. Building literacy in the home language strengthens English acquisition, fosters confidence, and creates a bridge between school and family life. It’s time to move away from the harmful misconception that English proficiency must come at the expense of other languages. We must empower families to nurture multilingualism and embrace the richness it brings to classrooms and communities. Educators can make the most impact by shifting from a deficit mindset to one that celebrates the diverse linguistic assets students bring to the table.

Unlocking Success: How Black men can break through barriers and build powerful networks. Here’s how to build meaningful connections: ➝ Prioritize value add relationships. ➝ Extend reciprocal relationships beyond your immediate network. ➝ Create connections that offer reciprocal opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. Your next senior leadership opportunity is within the hidden job market. The first step begins with your extended network. P.S. Get your newsletter to learn more about the hidden job market ➝ bit.ly/3uwfAvm