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Cheryl shares a personal reflection sparked by a recent experience in her hometown — one that
reminded her how powerful it is when people simply choose to show up for one another. Her story offers a hopeful lens for the new year, highlighting why connection, belonging, and shared purpose matter so much for our network. It’s a reminder that the work we do together is strengthening the very fabric of community. Read here.
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Raytown Quality Schools has officially joined the Ford Next Generation Learning network, marking a
major milestone in their community’s work to transform the school experience for all students. With the launch of their Freshman Academy and the upcoming rollout of career-themed academies, Raytown is charting a bold path forward—learn more about Raytown here.
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Our Akron in Action 2025 recap offers a clear look at how Community Connected Transformation comes
alive across a full PK–12 system. Take a moment to explore what this community is achieving and the insights it’s offering the entire Ford NGL network. Get the scoop here.
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Dr. Kimberly Carter has been named Michigan’s 2026 Superintendent of the Year,
recognizing her transformative leadership in Battle Creek Public Schools. Read on here to see how her bold vision is reshaping opportunities for students in this Ford NGL community.
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Cheryl Carrier, President of Ford NGL, has been appointed by Governor Whitmer as
Michigan’s member-at-large to the Education Commission of the States. Cheryl brings decades of experience strengthening education–industry partnerships across Michigan and beyond. Read the press release here.
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Check out what's new on the ‘U’. Designed with your community in mind, the ‘U’ offers curated courses, quick-hit webinars, collaborative Circles, and insightful reports to help sustain your transformation journey. From onboarding new staff to building strong systems, the ‘U’ is packed with tools to help you Go Further.
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Our newest webinar, Your Portrait of a Graduate: The North Star for Community Connected
Transformation, is going live just in time for 2026. It is the first of two webinars focused on the north start for Community Connected Transformation - the Portrait of the Graduate! Learn more here.
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Our Circles continue to bring leaders together for meaningful conversations that deepen practice and
fuel transformation. Here, you’ll find highlights from recent sessions that showcase the ideas, strategies, and connections emerging across the network. Read the latest update here.
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Akron Public Schools is showing what real transformation looks like when a
community rallies around its students. By embracing a Community Connected approach and building powerful partnerships across the city, Akron has turned its high schools into engines of readiness—delivering one of the strongest jumps in Ohio’s report card results. With dramatic gains in college and career readiness and a renewed culture of real-world learning, Akron’s story is proof that when a community leads, data follows.
Read more here to explore the metrics that moved, the academy structures that make it possible, and the community partnerships that turned Akron’s model into measurable success.
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Read how one Ford NGL community is strengthening community connected branding and communication to fuel meaningful transformation. Catch the highlights and resources from our ABCs of Academy Branding and Communication session.
Learn more and watch the recording here.
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The SAE Scholarship application window is now open to Ford NGL students, providing meaningful support for those preparing to pursue engineering and related STEM fields. Learn more and apply here.
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Explore the ACTE Career Academy section to discover new tools, resources, and insights to strengthen your academy work. When you sign up now through December 12, you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a ticket
to ACTE VISION 2026! Get to know the section here.
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