Building Pathways:
Connecting Classroom to Industry
Bringing together local leaders in education, industry and community for honest dialogue around ways we are supporting and preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s challenges.
Bridging the gap between Classroom and Industry
Leveraging the power of district relationships and corporate partnerships, Discovery Education and Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) are hosting a series of working events to bridge conversations between today’s leaders in education and current employers. The focus of these events will be to foster collaboration amongst today’s leaders that ultimately supports workforce readiness at the local and national level.
Our Goals
To create better connections between industry leaders and education leaders in the area
To facilitate honest dialogue about what is working for today’s students and where there is room for improvement
Creative solutioning for bridging conversations between working world needs and classroom practices
Upcoming 2025 Events
Join us at a Building Pathways event in a city near you!
“It’s important to continue the communication between education and industry.”
– Susie Hedalen, State Superintendent, Montana Office of Public Instruction
“The conversations around a skills gap starts with a vision gap. We need students to see themselves in a variety of industries, and pathways need to be clear.”
– Commissioner Russell Johnston, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
“We need to protect our children, but give them exposure and hands-on experience.”
– Jennifer Nelson, VP & General Counsel, Honeywell Aerospace
Did You Know?
of educators believe external partnerships with corporations and community organizations are key to bridging the gap between classrooms and careers.
of students want more exposure to different career paths.
Education is not evolving to meet future workplace needs.
of students agree.
of educators agree.
