State Board Meeting - August
State Board of Education Meeting Aug. 19-20: View Agenda | Watch LIVE
Create Conditions for Success
Pathways and Supports
Deliberate planning for the conditions that support program growth lays a strong foundation for program implementation.
Partnerships that include strong working relationships, clear vision and goals, defined roles and responsibilities, ongoing communication and coordinated data collection are essential for program growth.
New America’s Key Partners handout is a great way to start thinking about partnerships.
Take Action
Steps 5-11 of the GYO Starter Kit will be helpful to you in this phase!
Learn more about the variety of pathways that can be created for a GYO initiative:
Data tools to guide your planning:
Access & Opportunity Check
Are financial barriers addressed through scholarships, paid apprenticeships, stipends, tuition assistance, or childcare supports?
Do candidates have access to mentoring from educators with diverse backgrounds and experiences?
Are program schedules flexible for working adults and caregivers?
Are coursework, clinical experiences, and assessments culturally responsive and accessible?
Are candidates experiencing a sense of belonging and psychological safety within the program?
Questions?
Need a thought partner? Contact the Educator Career Navigation Team!