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Dec 19, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/19

In today's ever-changing world of education and workforce development, technology is increasingly shaping the opportunities available to students, schools, and employers. From online talent marketplaces and cutting-edge edtech tools to personalized support systems and updated regulations, these changes reflect a shared effort to make education more transparent, results-focused, and centered around the learner.

Dec 16, 2025

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Mantra Health

Mantra Health CEO and Co-Founder, Matt Kennedy named to Slice of Healthcare's "50 Under 50" list

CEO and Co-founder Matt Kennedy has been named to Slice of Healthcare’s “50 Under 50” list, which recognizes 50 dynamic and influential leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare. Matt is a visionary leader committed to innovation and has an unwavering passion for improving student mental health across higher education. Under his guidance, Mantra has reached over 150 campuses and is now actively serving more than 1.3 million students. Read the original story in full here . #MantraHealth

Dec 12, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/12

In today's rapidly evolving workforce Industry, traditional pathways into employment are facing unprecedented challenges, from eroding entry-level opportunities to shifting perceptions of higher education's value. As AI continues to transform skill requirements and job roles, innovative approaches (such as portfolio-based work-based learning, skills-first strategies, and streamlined educational systems) are emerging as vital solutions to bridge gaps and foster economic mobility.

Dec 10, 2025

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Orijin

Monroe County Sheriff's Office Partners with Tech Educator Orijin for Inmate Workforce Development Program in Tennessee

In a recent social media announcement, Monroe County Sheriff's Office shared its inclusion in a workforce development initiative with tech education provider Orijin, supported by the State of Tennessee. Sheriff Tommy Jones made the revelation, stating that the Monroe County Sheriff's Office Detention Facility will serve as the site for this pilot initiative, set to kick off on January 1, 2026, according to a post on their Facebook page. The program will introduce inmates to the Interplay...

Dec 10, 2025

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Acceleration Academies

Gwinnett County students to graduate after given second chance with non-traditional, free program, Acceleration Academies

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Traditional high school wasn’t all that smooth for Cobi Dawson. He discovered the Gwinnett County Acceleration Academies program. “Traditional school wasn’t really for me,” Dawson said. “Like people, everybody wants to be alike. They act like people they’re not; they hang around other people they do the wrong things.” The program caters to students who felt traditional high school wasn’t working out. It’s primarily an online program, that also requires them...

Dec 5, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/05

In this week's News Roundup, the articles featured highlight how the traditional pathways from education to career are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From the widening gap between high school graduation and workforce readiness to the diminishing returns of a college degree, stakeholders across the education and employment sectors are rethinking how we prepare young people for success.

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After Launching Massive Camp Giveaway for NYC Families Affected by “Summer Rising” Crisis, Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) Extends Initiative to SF Bay Area Families

  • Writer: Cat Burchmore
    Cat Burchmore
  • May 18, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Nov 20, 2024

The inclusivity-focused STEM and sports educator has expanded its vision for affordable, yet premium summer enrichment, hoping other camps will follow suit.


San Francisco, CA – May 18 – After tens of thousands of NYC children were turned away from “Summer Rising,” New York City’s popular, free summer enrichment program, Brains & Motion launched a campaign offering camps at NYU for a small fraction of the up-to-$1400 per week price it typically costs to attend a program on a prestigious university campus.

Now, BAM! is extending a similar offer to parents and kids in the San Francisco Bay Area: The first 100 families to enroll for a week of BAM! camp at UC Berkeley will pay only $299. This initiative reflects the company’s dedication to serving the communities in which it operates, opening doors for students who may not otherwise have access to cutting-edge tech courses, expert mentorship, joyful outdoor movement, or opportunities to bond with like-minded friends.

“After seeing parents’ incredible response to our NYU camp initiative, we knew we needed to expand our efforts and reach more students coast-to-coast in need of quality enrichment,” said Brains & Motion’s CMO Christina Yu. “Every child deserves an encouraging space to learn new skills, explore careers, and make friends while getting plenty of exercise. We’re absolutely thrilled to have the resources to make this possible for families who may not otherwise be able to afford camp tuition at a location like UC Berkeley. It’s the ideal way to celebrate our inaugural season on university campuses.”

BAM! summer camps reflect the company’s research-backed approach to providing kids with educational experiences that mesh healthy amounts of play and sports with hands-on learning about engineering, animation, game design, creative writing, digital arts, coding, and much more. Simply put, kids who get more exercise learn better and retain more.

Parents and fellow educators nationwide trust BAM! to deliver life-changing learning experiences, both during the school year and over the summer. Camps held on university campuses like UC Berkeley have myriad benefits for elementary and middle schoolers, both in the short and long-term. In addition to diving into fun STEM projects in the labs or shooting hoops on the campus courts, kids get a glimpse of what it’s like to attend college.

Interested families can click here to register for Brains & Motion summer camps held at UC Berkeley for the discounted price of $299 a week until the 100 slots are filled.

Brains & Motion very much hopes that other prestigious summer camp providers will follow suit. “Coast-to-coast, how many families can we help between us all? I’d love to see all kids have a summer in which they have fun learning and create unforgettable memories in the process,” said Yu.

Read full story here.


 
 
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