What is Learning with Leaders?
Learning with Leaders is an event series that connects students with in-demand career pathways by providing exploration that focuses on kinesthetic learning experiences. Students get real-time, tactile training, such as the chance to operate equipment under the guidance of experts, take part in virtual simulations, and engage their potential through touch and movement. Every event includes career workshops featuring different trades within the advanced manufacturing/construction, healthcare, and information technology fields, as well as support services workshops such as financial aid help, college speed-dating, and resume-building. Students will leave events with a better understanding of different career pathway opportunities and how they can get there.
The goals of this program are to place students in career pathways that align with their gifts and strengths, feature career pathways that will earn them high wages, help students build social capital, and to increase student hope. Learning with Leaders is designed to be inclusive and empowering for all types of learners, and most importantly, is infused with the power of hope.
Upcoming Events
Spring Event - May 21, 2024 at Bellingham Technical College
Open to all high school students, grades 9-12, in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. Registration on a first come first serve basis.
Interested in Being a Part of a Learning With Leaders Event?
Past Events
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Post-Event Student Resources
The resources below are meant as follow-up resources for students, teachers, and counselors that attend the Learning with Leaders events. After learning about and experiencing different careers, here are the programs and pathways to get there.
Advanced Manufacturing/Construction Local College Programs →
Construction Apprenticeships →
FuturesNW is proud to have been selected as a Career Connect Washington Intermediary. Career Connect Intermediaries like us are focused on building and scaling specific programs for students at every level: Career Explore, Career Prep, and Career Launch. The expansion of the Learning with Leaders program is made possible by Career Connect Washington. Learn more about Career Connect Washington here.