In 2024, the Illinois Education and Career Success Network supported Leadership Communities, launched innovative data tools, and advanced equitable education and career pathways for Illinois students. Explore more key highlights in this year in review.
The Policy Committee meeting on December 11, 2024, included presentations on labor market information for use in college and career pathways, Illinois Report Card data, and career exploration for middle school students.
In October, SI NOW’s education and workforce task force partnered with the Success Network to host an education and workforce asset mapping meeting focused on the Southern
Rockford Public Schools plans to renovate the home of Rock Valley College’s automotive and collision repair classes near Jefferson High School to serve as a hub for career-centered
District 214’s College and Career Ready! Night drew nearly 700 attendees! This event showcased the many career pathway opportunities available in District 214, including specialized
District 211 high school students are getting a unique opportunity to learn the trades firsthand by building houses in a new subdivision in Schaumburg. ABC7
As part of its efforts to expand its agriculture program and strengthen community partnerships, Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) recently completed the construction of a
The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce (SVACC) completed two sessions of the Certificate of Employability this fall with two local high schools. Twenty students
The GP CareerSpark Expo, held on October 1–2, 2024, at the Peoria Civic Center, generated more excitement than ever before. With approximately 4,000 students from
At our first convening of the 2024–25 school year, the Student Advisory Council (SAC) members participated in small group workshops focused on college and career
