It is important for youth to develop, master and be exposed and/or equipped with skills that employers find valuable when entering the workforce. This includes cognitive skills, such as academic proficiencies and non-cognitive skills, such as cultural awareness.
Resources
The Means to Grow Up: The Role of Apprenticeship in Preparing All Youth for College and Career Success
OverviewThis AYPF forum reflected the growing national dialogue about how to ensure that youth receive the skills and experiences they need to be productive, s…
Redefining College Readiness: Efforts from Leading States
Overview This forum is the first in a series of three events entitled “Laying the Groundwork for a College-Going and Career-Ready Culture” focused on efforts t…
Tribal Youth Program: Empowering Youth in Indian Country
OverviewThe Tribal Youth Program is a prevention program supported by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) at the U.S. Department …
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Turning Around Low-Performing Schools
OverviewAYPF partnered with the National Governors Association (NGA) Center for Best Practices to provide a field trip to New Orleans for the four states (Colo…