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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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Apangea Awarded Prestigious FOCUS AWARD; Outstanding Results and Service Turns into Long-Term Partnership for Garland ISD and Apangea

  • NewMarketsVP
  • Apr 29, 2011
  • 2 min read

Updated: Nov 21, 2024

Apangea Learning announced today that the Garland Independent School District (ISD), one of the largest districts in Texas, has honored the company with its prestigious FOCUS award. The award commends Apangea Learning for its extraordinary service in implementing and supporting the district.


“Apangea Learning has provided Garland ISD with a superb math intervention program along with a caring and supportive partnership,” stated Dr. Theresa Williams, Garland’s Director of Special Programs. “Company representatives, Christine Riviello and Jayson Cox have been dedicated and committed to the success of our students and teachers by providing us with hands-on training and support from the administrative level down to the classroom and actual students. Apangea Learning not only cares about student success, but also the success of the teacher.”


Apangea’s partnership with Garland ISD began in 2008 when the district was searching for a multi-lingual supplemental program to support English language learners with critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Apangea was so successful that Garland ISD expanded the online program to students in grades 5-12 for four additional years.


“We are honored to receive Garland’s FOCUS award. We are committed to providing excellent support which ensures that Apangea is implemented effectively so that it maximizes learning outcomes,” stated Jeremy Trabucco, Vice President of Operations and Account Services. “We are thrilled to have a long-term partnership with Garland-it allows us to become more effective each year in empowering their students with the skills and confidence they need for academic success.”


About Apangea Learning Apangea Learning (www.apangealearning.com) is the most experienced differentiated distance learning company. Among other innovations, Apangea pioneered integrating live, certified U.S. teachers with its distance learning to accelerate learning outcomes. School districts purchase subscriptions to provide their students access during school and after hours from home. Based on one of the world’s largest bodies of longitudinal research on cognition originally conducted by the U.S. military, Apangea has proven effective in over 3,000 schools. The privately-owned company is based in Pittsburgh, PA.


 
 
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