More than 1,000 youth leaders came together for the 4th Annual JAG National Career Development Conference in Indianapolis. They explored careers, built connections, and embraced their potential through workshops and challenges. Watch the video:

What Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ Gets Wrong — and Right — About ‘Kids These Days’ Roehlkepartain: The majority of students feel supported by their families and other adults and safe at school. We shouldn’t accept a deficit mindset.

In a new op-ed for The 74, Eugene Roehlkepartain from our partners at Search Institute unpacks the cultural messages behind @netflix.com’s Adolescence—and urges us not to fall into deficit thinking about today’s teens.
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“Ask yourself—Who is my audience, and what do I want them to know when they engage with our content? And always remember: Humans are always first." Amy Drew Bartner from the Lumina Foundation shared critical insights into communications that drive impact in politicized times at #EWA25.

We're here at the @edwriters.bsky.social National Seminar! We're excited to connect with dedicated education reporters, editors, and mission-driven organizations that uplift the voices of students, teachers, and families from communities across the country.

The 31st Annual Communicator Awards from the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts honors creative excellence in marketing and communications. Collaborative is proud to be recognized for our work with @parentsasteachers.bsky.social and Search Institute!

We hit the gas in Indy, supporting JAG’s National Career Development Conference with over 1,000 students from across the country. Skills, networking, leadership—and a pit stop at the Indy Motor Speedway Museum.

Engaging Local Leaders Is Key to Helping Young Children and Their Families Thrive - Early Learning Nation Since November, advocates and experts have sounded the alarm over what the Trump administration’s executive orders and directives could mean for America’s

In a recent interview, Sheri Brady from Children’s Defense Fund emphasizes the importance of partnerships. The Early Learning Nation Collective empowers local leaders, parents, and caregivers to influence change. Read more in Early Learning Nation:

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Parents as Teachers receives $15 million, allowing expansion of services Over the next six years, the organization will get a total of $15 million

Proud to support @parentsasteachers.bsky.social as they expand their reach with a $15M investment from Enterprise Mobility. This Spectrum News piece shows the true power of home visiting during #NationalHomeVisitingWeek. 💙
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From the beginning, Collaborative aimed to be different by prioritizing our clients' goals over profit. Today, we celebrate our 25th anniversary. We are proud of our clients' achievements and look forward to what we’ll do together next.
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Power Up! With Generative AI and Events By Terri Ferinde, Ed.D., Partner   The ability to supercharge your work with tools that accelerate your creativity and efficiency has never been more accessible. At Collaborative, we’ve plugged into t...

On AI Literacy Day, we’re exploring how AI enhances productivity & creativity! At Collaborative, we used GenAI to streamline event planning, from brainstorming to session evaluations. Learn how in this blog by Partner @tferinde.bsky.social: collaborativecommunications.com/power-up-wit...

Is your event prepared for the unexpected?
Weather emergencies, tech failures, last-minute changes—crisis-proof your events with real-world strategies & expert insights in our free, 30-minute webinar!

March 19: 1:00 pm ET
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Be Ready! Emergency Preparedness for Event Planners By Carolyn Dorf, CMP As event planners, we’re tasked with meticulously preparing every detail of a conference. But how do you plan for the unpredictable?  When a tornado struck St. Louis during our ev...

Planning an event? Don’t forget about emergency preparedness! In our latest blog, Carolyn Doff shares essential tips on creating an effective emergency plan to ensure the safety of your attendees.

Read more to learn how to handle the unexpected: collaborativecommunications.com/be-ready-eme...

Saddle up, everyone! 🌟🤠

The @sxswedu.com session moderated by our own @shutupsafy.bsky.social Stevenson: "Community Power: Elevating Youth Through Learning Ecosystems" is eligible for continuing professional education (CPE) credit!

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Join our new events series exploring the latest in communications and events!✨

Join us for Event Alchemy: Turning Your Vision into an Unforgettable Experience

Learn:
✅ Why events matter
✅ Planning essentials
✅ How event pros save time & reduce stress

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Transforming Teaching in Ohio’s Largest School District Columbus City Schools innovates education with real-world problem-solving, transforming teaching roles and enhancing student engagement post-pandemic.

We love to see transformation at scale like this.

We recently kicked off work with Korda Institute for Teaching, which was featured in Getting Smart for its fellowship program with Columbus City Schools - another Collaborative partner!

Give it a read:
www.gettingsmart.com/2025/01/16/t...

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