Preparing for life after high school requires more than a single plan. It requires thoughtful steps and skill development in four key areas that prepare learners for both college and a career. A strong career today depends on how well you develop academic, life, employability, and technical skills. These skills work together to help you earn a living, create a future, and discover what success actually looks like.

Early college credit opportunities enable students to complete college-level coursework while still in high school and potentially save on tuition fees. This pathway allows students to enter the workforce earlier with a competitive edge and real-world momentum, saving thousands in tuition. But not all paths to early credit are created equal.

The future demands more from us as educators. We must do more than teach standards. We must prepare students to navigate a changing world with confidence, competence, and a sense of purpose. It begins with a bold reimagining of what education should accomplish. It begins with relevance. Read the Manifesto to learn more.

It is an offering to all who carry the mantle of “father” - in body, in spirit, by title, or in role. May it speak to your story, your strength, and your sacred place in the lives of others.

Recognizing the urgency for transformation, we established Catapult—a movement dedicated to making education relevant. Our approach transcends traditional professional development by integrating dynamic masterclasses, interactive Playbooks, live coaching sessions, and a supportive virtual community. Catapult is a catalyst for change, empowering educators to become disruptors while challenging outdated norms and fostering institutional change.

Our educational landscape transforms rapidly, demanding a fresh perspective on measuring and validating learning.

The traditional narrative about education requires immediate transformation.

Paxton/Patterson LLC (“Paxton Patterson”) is pleased to announce that Kevin J Fleming, Ph.D., has joined the Board of Directors.

In the swiftly evolving job market, traditional pathways to career success are being fundamentally reimagined.

This was the year we proved that transforming education isn't just a dream, it's a movement gathering unstoppable momentum.

“How can I make the biggest difference?"

Our story must become everyone's story - the world's story. It is time they see inside our classrooms and inside our hearts.

We have a tendency to procrastinate, stick to routines and habits even when they are no longer beneficial or necessary . . .

"In education, we have a system that mostly pays attention to the score and not the game." We must reimagine the way we gauge success . . .

10 best practices to maximize the impact of (animation) video dissemination to help communicate our shared message broadly and effectively.

Learn more about the transformative "Educational Truths" poster and mindset.

Like athletes before a big game, I prepared for months (arguably years) to step onto the coveted, round, red TEDx carpet.

It is said that everything in life is a tradeoff. Every time you say ‘yes’ to something, you say ‘no’ to dozens of other things.

The number of units and credits is not the same everywhere, but the formula is routinely and universally applied.

Whether it's opening packages or fixing small items, it is invaluable to complete a wide variety of tasks...