Grantee Spotlight: Wes-Del Community Schools Expands Pathways for In-Demand Technical Careers
Technology is transforming the way we work, live, and solve problems. In response, Wes-Del Community Schools is redefining what career preparation looks like in a rural district. As employers across East Central Indiana are on the hunt to find skilled technical talent, Wes-Del has built a system where students graduate with a diploma, hands-on experience, industry certifications, and a clear sense of where they want to go next.
The Future of Work: How Muncie organizations are preparing for advancements in technology, changes to the workforce
The future of work is changing. Soon—perhaps by the time the next generation of employees enter the workforce—nearly every job will have been impacted by technology, automation, advanced cloud computing or artificial intelligence, said Corey Sharp, director of Purdue Polytechnic Institute Anderson.
Muncie Community Schools Announces Two New Career and Technical Education Programs
Earlier this week, Muncie Community Schools announced the creation of two new career and technical education programs which will be delivered in partnership with Ivy Tech, Purdue, and local manufacturers.
Over $250,000 in Grants Awarded to Support the “Future of Work” at Downtown Muncie’s MadJax
Four local organizations were recently awarded Ball Brothers Foundation grants to build-out spaces and programming that inspires innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration inside MadJax, an 80,000+ square foot maker space in downtown Muncie.
BBF Announces Targeted Funding Opportunity for Workforce Development
Ball Brothers Foundation has invited four local organizations to apply for funding in 2019 to address current and anticipated community workforce development needs. The “Future of Work” funding opportunity comes as local manufacturers, K-12 school representatives, and higher education institutions have been seeking opportunities to better collaborate.