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Expanding Opportunities, Expanding Opportunities, Relationships, Relevancy, Relationships, Relevancy,
and Resources throughand Resources throughSchool/Business PartnershipsSchool/Business Partnerships
Strengthening Transition
PartnershipsJay T. Engeln
National Association of Secondary School Principals
No country, however rich, can afford the
waste of its human resources.
President Franklin Roosevelt
Educational reform is a central issue both
politically and for our economic future.
Education quality impacts America’s
economic competitiveness and long-term success.
Business Education NetworkFirst Annual Report, 2006
U. S. Chamber of Commerce
How do you unite people that care deeply about the issues and people that want to improve present practice?
Connect and
Succeed
The education pipeline loses young people at many points along the path.
For every 10 who start H.S.
Fewer than 7 will get a diploma in 4 years
4 will enroll in college the fall semester after graduation
Fewer than 2 will complete a 2 or 4 year degree within 150% of the required time.
What is your vision for…
In the context of strengthening transition partnerships and the
successful transition of youth with disabilities into the world of work…
…how schools and TA Centers will connect to students, staff, community and the world?
Communication…
What is your vision for…
…how schools and TA Centers will enable all students to work with each other, their teachers,
their community and their world?
Collaboration…
…the kind of academic rigor, information, resources and experiences all students will need to be successful?
Content…
What is your vision for…
What is your vision for…
…how assessment can personalize learning and
facilitate the preparation of all students for meeting the
challenges of the future?
Assessment / Evaluation…
What is your vision for…
…how schools and TA Centers can work together to be centers for exploration and innovation
that benefit all students?
Creativity…
RigorRelevancy
Relationships
Ensuring a range of options and programs for all students.
The challenge is before you, and you have the
opportunity to shape the future…
…working together to strengthen transition
partnerships to enhance opportunites for youth
with disabilities.
Partnerships between business and schools can enhance the quality of education we can
provide.Senator Lamar Alexander
Successful school/business partnerships can:Promote improved student achievementCreate better school environmentsBuild strong communities
Business Partnership TrendsCommitted to supporting public
educationMutual benefits will define most new
partnershipsAccountability is expectedIncreased involvement in school
reform/redesign initiatives
Guiding Principles for Business and
School Partnerships
A How-To Guide for
School-Business Partnerships
A How-To Guide for School/Business Partnerships
Preliminary PlanningLaying the FoundationImplementationSustaining Partnership Over TimeEvaluation
www.corpschoolpartners.org
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Contact Infromation
Jay Engeln [email protected]
A How-To Guide for School/Business Partnerships
www.corpschoolpartners.org
