Calling all music lovers, Huddle goers and CAPS enthusiasts! This incredible episode features R-Son The Voice of Reason, Rench and Sleevs, three of the creatives involved in the innovative music group Gangstagrass.

Corey, R-Son, Rench and Sleevs weave in conversations about music, the entertainment industry, the power of students as voices for change and more!

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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For the first time ever the entire CAPS Network team is on the podcast at the same time! This episode is full of updates and insights into what motivates us to serve you. If you've ever wondered what makes CAPS different, we talk about that too! As always we share some of the innovations that are capturing our attention and ways we see them benefiting you. Plus, you also get a glimpse behind the door of our "Family Feud" dynamic! 

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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Can you believe we are back for our 6th season of The Network?! Today Corey is setting the stage for all the great work happening around the CAPS Network. This episode provides you with some updates and a few exciting previews of the work ahead. This season we are excited to bring you another round of conversations with students, collaborators and innovators. We're so excited in fact that we'll be kicking this season off with two episodes! Be ready for our first full length episode of the season on Wednesday. 

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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We're ending season #5 of The Network with a bang! In our final episode, we feature a conversation with Kaleb, an audio-engineering student, about his CAPS experience at the impressive Davis Catalyst Center in Kaysville, Utah. Recorded in a professional sound studio, Corey and Kaleb discuss the value of having access to state-of-the-art equipment combined with dedicated instructors. At just 16 years old, Kaleb is already mastering audio for bands, doing live event sound work, and even building customized microphones for clients. Kaleb also mastered and edited this episode for us!

Season #6 of The Network will launch in Fall 2024! Stay tuned.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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In this episode, Joel Vargas, a friend of CAPS Network, joins us for a broad discussion on the state of career-connected learning. Serving as the Vice President of Education at Jobs for the Future (JFF), Vargas has diligently worked to enhance pathways for students within the American education systems. He delves into the origins and present status of 'The Big Blur',  a term made popular across the ecosystem by his team at JFF. At the core of the conversation lies the recognition that the enduring disconnect between high school, higher education, and our workforce systems is the biggest structural barrier to increasing college completion rates and career success.

Episode Resources: 

• The Big Blur
• Horizons 2024 in Washington D.C.
• Summer Huddle in Kansas City

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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This episode features conversations with Lauren M. and Mikayla O. about their experiences in an innovative virtual cohort with students across the country, known as the CAPS Network Student Media Agency. As associates of the Student Media Agency, they have created a content engine for social media and marketing content for the organization. Though Lauren and Mikayla may come from different parts of the country, you can hear how similarly they describe the impact CAPS has had on them and their attitude towards growth.

CAPS Network launched the Student Media Agency in the Fall of 2023. As a result, a stream of incredible student-created content is flowing through the @CAPSNetwork social media channels. Be sure to follow along on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and soon to be on TikTok!

Mikayla's podcast Spartan Music Mondays.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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Prepare to have your perspectives on education transformed! Through our latest podcast episode, we're bringing you groundbreaking insights and lively discussions from the ASU+GSV Summit and LAUNCH in Brookfield, WI. Tag along with hosts Allison Koelzer Nelson, Nate Clayberg, and Alisa Morse, as we delve into the revolution of student-centered learning. Discover how AI is not the foe but the ally of educators, with Allison advocating for an informed adoption in classrooms. Feel the ground shift beneath your feet as Nate redefines assessment, aligning it seamlessly with our hands-on learning ethos. We're not just talking about the next steps in education; we're walking them, right alongside the passionate CAPS education pioneers at the forefront of this exciting journey.

Get ready to be inspired by the students from LAUNCH. These brilliant young minds are showcasing the undeniable advantages of early career exploration, proving that it's not just about textbook knowledge but real-world skills that shape their futures. As we discuss the potential of internships and company-student partnerships, it becomes clear that these initiatives are more than just resume builders—they're life changers. 

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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Twitter: @capsnet
LinkedIn: CAPS Network
Facebook: CAPS Network
Instagram: @capsnetwork

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

Find us!
Twitter: @capsnet
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Facebook: CAPS Network
Instagram: @capsnetwork

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

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LinkedIn: CAPS Network
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Instagram: @capsnetwork

Tune in for an engaging conversation with our friend, Instructor Alisa Cornelison, as she shares captivating stories of her students from GO CAPS in Branson, Missouri. Her student associates, similar to those in many of our programs, utilize LinkedIn to expand their networks and hone their professional writing skills. Discover firsthand the significant impact a platform like LinkedIn can have, as she recounts an incredible story of a student securing a scholarship through a well-crafted and thoughtful LinkedIn post.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 100 programs, in 21 states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead.

Find us!
Twitter: @capsnet
LinkedIn: CAPS Network
Facebook: CAPS Network
Instagram: @capsnetwork