Date & Time: Wednesday, November 19th聽at 2 p.m. ET
More than 80% of high school students say they want more opportunities to explore careers and build practical skills while in school. How can districts meet that demand while still delivering rigorous, college-level learning?
In this 30-minute Ed Talk, district leaders from Onslow County School District in North Carolina will share how they are answering that challenge with a completely new type of AP course available to offer in the 2026鈥27 school year. They鈥檒l discuss how these courses build professional career skills, give students the opportunity to earn college credit and an employer-endorsed credential, and invite a broader range of students into advanced coursework.
Key Takeaways聽
- CTE Relevance:聽Discover student demand for career-connected learning and why it matters
- AP Equity:聽How districts are expanding access to advanced course work
- Scheduling Excellence:聽Ways to fit these courses into existing schedules鈥攁s a stand-alone or within CTE pathways
- Alignment Strategies:聽Insights from early adopters on how to ensure these courses align with district goals
- Real-World Engagement:聽How students are engaging with real-world scenarios and measurable outcomes
- College and Career Success:聽Learn how schools are realizing their vision of preparing more students for success in both college and career
Speakers
Michael Elder, Ed.D., Director of Career and College Readiness, Onslow County Schools (NC)
William Laine, Executive Director of Secondary Education, Onslow County Schools
Edward Biedermann, Executive Director of AP Outreach, College Board (non-profit)
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