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Wayfinders: Meeting Young People Where They Are

Back to school feels both familiar and unfamiliar this year. We all recognize the energy young people bring to a new school year, excited to be…

We Refuse to Lose: Case Studies

What is the resource? Since 2019, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has supported five communities — Buffalo, NY; Chattanooga, TN; Dallas, TX,…

Centering Youth Voices: BMore Me Case Study

At a Glance In 2019, Baltimore City Public Schools piloted an ambitious new social studies curriculum, BMore Me. Developed for grades 6-11, the…

Change The Story

Language matters Equitable Futures is focused on building more equitable pathways for young people by listening to them and reflecting how they see themselves and…

Centering Youth Voices: Student Ambassador Fellowship Case Study

At a Glance Young people are frequently underestimated by the education system, policy makers, and society at large. Their opinions are often ignored and sidelined.

Dual Enrollment and Regional Collaboration

“Knowing that I’ll be getting my AA degree when I graduate high school helped me realize that this is my time…

Who You Know Matters Playbook

What is the resource? The Christensen Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to improving the world by disrupting systems with new…

Centering Youth Voices: Power On! Case Study

At a Glance Power On!: A Graphic Novel of Digital Empowerment, scheduled for release in 2022 by MIT Press, tells the story of…

Transform Systems

Integrated and collaborative pathways Transforming systems is about re-designing education and employment systems and institutions so more equitable pathways are accessible to a greater number…