District C

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the incredible impact District C has made since 2017. Through Teamship, we’ve prepared students for the future of work by equipping them with modern mindsets and actionable tools for solving real-world problems. Here’s what we’ve accomplished: ✨ 7,090 students gaining teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving skills ✨ 354 educators certified as Teamship coaches ✨ In-person programs active in 7 states and reaching students across 16 states virtually ✨ 113 schools and institutions integrating Teamship into their curricula ✨ 575 businesses partnering to provide real-world challenges All of this great work was possible thanks to your amazing employees, coaches, school district leaders and educators an business partners. Thank you for working with us to bring this vision to life! We’re proud of the lives we’ve touched and the partnerships we’ve built.

As automation transforms industries, the demand for a new kind of talent is growing—those who excel in the distinctly human skills of collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving within diverse teams. At District C, we believe preparing students for the future of work means equipping them with these skills through hands-on, real-world experiences. At the core of Teamship is teamwork—an essential skill for navigating the evolving workforce. By fostering the ability to work in diverse teams to solve complex problems, we prepare students for the uniquely human challenges that automation can’t solve. We’re grateful to our business partners, like Wolfspeed for making this transformative experience possible for students. Together, we’re shaping the workforce of the future. #FutureOfWork #Teamwork #Automation #EducationInnovation #DistrictC #DurableSkills

Talk about taking a leap of faith! Meet Scott Miller, a Lead Coach and Programs Specialist at District C. Scott’s journey didn’t follow the traditional path. Originally planning to become an English teacher, life took a thrilling turn when he discovered a passion for skydiving. After spending 15 years as a certified skydiving instructor, Scott joined the District C team last year. So, what do skydiving and preparing students for the #futureofwork have in common? Plenty! As Scott puts it, “I love helping people accomplish things they’re not sure they’re capable of doing. District C gives us the opportunity to do that on a regular basis.” Whether it’s teaching someone to leap out of a plane or excel in their District C coaching certification, Scott brings the same energy, dedication, and enthusiasm to every challenge. We’re grateful for Scott’s commitment and the incredible impact he makes on students, educators, and partners alike! Swipe ⏩️ to learn more about Scott

🚀The team had a great time at the ACTE #Vision24 conference last week! Karen Cho, Laura Quarin and Virginia Pitler hosted a fantastic panel on team problem-solving, and we collaborated with Kirsten E. Kirby from NAF to discuss the future of #workbasedlearning We had a wonderful time in San Antonio, and we’re already looking forward to next year 🙌🙌🙌 #CTE

🎉 Empowering Students to Solve Real-World Problems with Duquesne City 🎉 Shoutout to Duquesne City School District and Superintendent Dr. Sue Mariani for their incredible partnership in launching District C’s Teamship program for 7th- and 8th-grade students! 🙌 This year, students in the District C elective class are collaborating with Duquesne City to reimagine Polish Hill Park. Through our Teamship process—diversity, launch, solve, and pitch—students are honing critical skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation. 🚀 “It prepares them for a real-world experience as they develop skills to help them with their careers,” says Adam Ryan, the program’s ELA teacher. What makes this project so special? It’s deeply personal. Students are tackling a challenge that directly impacts their community, working to deliver solutions that matter. Whether it’s designing a water park or improving accessibility, students are applying real-world skills across disciplines like math, science, and graphic design to craft meaningful pitches. We’re so inspired by the creativity and dedication of these students and grateful to Duquesne City School District for helping make this possible. 💡 📖 Read the full story here: [https://lnkd.in/gkSHvFWU] #Teamship #WorkBasedLearning #CTE #FutureOfWork #EducationInnovation

We love to support our partners in all sorts of ways! Thank you, SparkNC, for your continued partnership and for connecting students to high-tech careers! #CTE #SparkNC #Teamship

🚀 We are so excited to be partnering with NAF for a learning session later this afternoon at ACTE #VisionCTE24! Join our Program Manager Karen Cho and NAF’s Director of Work-Based Learning Kirsten E. Kirby, for their learning session: "Not Their Parents’ Internship: Innovative, Scalable, Career Preparation Activities for Students" 🌟 Are you navigating the ever-evolving landscape of career preparation for students? In this session, we will explore multiple formats and strategies to create impactful career preparation activities so that all students can have these in-depth experiences. This is a fantastic opportunity for educators, career counselors, and industry professionals to share insights and learn about cutting-edge strategies that equip students for the modern workforce. #Teamship #CareerPreparation #InternshipInnovation

Are you at ACTE #VISIONCTE24? Then don’t miss our panel “Team Problem Solving: The Work Robots Can’t Do?” On Thursday, December 5 at 4 PM CST, join District C’s program team, Karen Cho, Laura Quarin, and Virginia Pitler, in room 214D at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center for a discussion on preparing students for the human skills of the modern economy demands. In a world where machines excel at repetitive tasks, employers increasingly need employees who can work in diverse teams to solve complex, novel problems. This session will introduce an innovative approach to delivering team-oriented, work-based learning experiences in your classroom. Learn how to empower students to become exceptional problem solvers while connecting them with real-world industry partners. Mark your calendar and discover how to equip students with the skills robots can’t replicate! #Teamship #CareerPreparation #futureofwork #durableskills #StudentSuccess #Education #CareerDevelopment

We’re touching down in San Antonio this week for ACTE’s CareerTech Vision 2024! There will be hundreds of sessions on just about every topic in CTE, including our panel session, “Team Problem Solving: The Work Robots Can’t Do,” on Thursday, December 5th - 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm CT in Room 214D. Come visit us at our booth 408 in the exhibit hall. We can't wait to learn, connect and grow with some of the best and brightest minds in CTE. #Visioncte24 #CTE 

Having worked with the dynamic team at SparkNC for a long time, we can say, without a doubt, that their innovative, agile, industry-specific, learning-center approach IS the way of the future for students. Dana Brinson, SparkNC’s Sr. Director of Strategic Programs and Development, shared insights and learnings from their first year implementing the program across 17 North Carolina public school districts for Getting Smart. Kudos to the Spark team for their hard work and commitment to the students of North Carolina! We look forward to having more students go through Spark Teamship this year! We look forward to having more students go through Spark Teamship this year! Follow the link to read the story: https://hubs.la/Q02Z6CJR0