Eliza Strum, a senior at Ticonderoga Central School in rural upstate NY, is one of five finalists in the Vermont Pitch Challenge, a new entrepreneurial competition that gives high school students from around the world the opportunity to develop and pitch innovative and impactful … [Read more...] about Rural Student Wins Entrepreneurial Award
Education
CFES Leader Rick Dalton Briefs Congress on Rural Schools
CFES Brilliant Pathways President and CEO Rick Dalton spoke at a congressional briefing in Washington this month in support of The Success for Rural Students and Communities Act of 2023 that helps rural students achieve their college and career goals. “This changes the … [Read more...] about CFES Leader Rick Dalton Briefs Congress on Rural Schools
North Country School to Welcome Ashley Waldorf as New Director of School
Waldorf to Bring Skills in Experiential, Place-Based Learning to School’s Adirondack Campus North Country School—a junior boarding and day school for students in grades 4-9—is thrilled to announce Ashley Waldorf as its new Director of School. Waldorf will officially begin her … [Read more...] about North Country School to Welcome Ashley Waldorf as New Director of School
Depot Theatre Announces Performance Opportunity for Experienced Student Artists
The Depot Theatre is pleased to announce a new main stage performance opportunity for experienced student artists. The Depot Theatre Academy outreach and education program will open the theatre’s main stage season with a production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING … [Read more...] about Depot Theatre Announces Performance Opportunity for Experienced Student Artists
Five North Country GEAR UP Schools Earn CFES ‘School of Distinction’ Honors
For their work in preparing students for post-secondary education, five North Country GEAR UP schools have been recognized as Schools of Distinction by CFES Brilliant Pathways, a nonprofit that helps underserved young people realize college and career opportunities. “This is a … [Read more...] about Five North Country GEAR UP Schools Earn CFES ‘School of Distinction’ Honors