Revisit the incredible story and call to action made by Adam Fichman! Corey Mohn, executive director of CAPS Network, brings Episode 38 - Legitimacy of Failure out of the archives. Corey and Adam reminds us what it means to truly embrace the entrepreneurial mindset, embracing ambiguity, messy work and ultimately the power of learning through failure.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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Why wait to celebrate?! We often wait until "it" is over to celebrate. Not this year!

Welcome to season 8 of The Network, the podcast all about profession-based learning and going Where Students Lead (c)!  Season 8 is all about celebrating the incredible people, stories, innovations and work that has gone into nearly two decades of CAPS. This season will feature new voices with fresh takes on conversations held in the first seven seasons.

Alisa Morse, K12 Director and podcast producer at CAPS, opens season 8 celebrating beginnings. In this episode you'll hear from a few voices you might not recognize: Jessica Imel, Director Bentonville Ignite, and McKenzie Lueders, Teacher Education Instructor at Blue Valley CAPS. Listen in as these two share the powerful way they immerse their students in the culture of Profession-Based Learning starting on day one.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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 the season 7 closer, Eddie Rodriguez and Jeanne Russell from CAST Schools in San Antonio, TX join Corey. The story of the impact CAST schools has on students throughout the San Antonio metro is filled with partnership, innovation and, most importantly, human centered design. This episode is the perfect example of how profession-based learning can be baked into a school culture from the beginning.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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CAPS Network favorite, Rich Sheridan, is back on the pod! Rich joins Corey to talk about the power of building a culture that embraces experimentation and ambiguity. There are so many great nuggets of wisdom about entrepreneurship, leadership and life packed into this episode. 

Rich Sheridan is the co-founder and CEO of Menlo Innovations based in Ann Arbor, MI. Rich shares his message of joyful leadership with audiences across the world on stage and page. You can find more about Rich and his books here. 

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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Life updates from CAPS Alumni are the best! In this episode of The Network, Corey catches up with Miriam Yunus an Elmbrook LAUNCH (CAPS affiliate) alumna. Miriam, nearing her college graduation, reflects on the impact profession-based learning has had on her higher-education experience. Corey and Miriam chat about the tangible things: interview experience, resumes, comfortability with public speaking. The real highlight is that Miriam is confident in herself and her future because of the self-discovery and exploration experiences she has had. Join us as we cheer Miriam on to her next journey.

Read these posts featuring Miriam:

Beyond the Classroom: How High School LAUNCHed My Path in College (2025)

A Successful LAUNCH: Students Talk About Working with a National Company (2021)

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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Jenny Anderson builds the foundation for how we better serve young people today. Anderson joins Corey on this episode of The Network to talk about the different ways teens are showing up in the world today. This conversation is all about how adults - parents, teachers and community members alike - can create space for teenagers to reengage in deeper, more meaningful ways.

Corey and Jenny talk about her book "The Disengaged Teen," a research backed treasure trove of wisdom for engaging today's teenagers. To learn more about the book check out Jenny's website: jennywestanderson.org

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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Many of us can relate to Katie Bruels, Chief Nursing Executive at HCA Midwest Health: we've created careers and networks by simply landing there, not necessarily by design. In this episode of The Network, Katie shares her backstory. You'll hear how she got started in nursing and how she has developed that early start into a leadership role at one of the nation's largest healthcare providers. 

Katie's story has prompted her to care deeply about the exposure and early pathways to career exploration for young people. She and Corey talk about the exciting partnership between the CAPS Network and HCA Midwest Health that will increase the opportunities learners have to explore the healthcare professions with hands-on, profession-based learning.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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Your mouth will be watering for this bonus February episode! Eric Dell, President and CEO of American Bakers Association and CAPS team member, Nate Clayberg, jump on the podcast to share the incredible partnership they have been forming on behalf of the commercial baking industry and the CAPS Network. Did you know that the commercial baking industry needs just about every job sector: business managers, engineers, computer specialists, marketers and yes even health care and science professionals? The baking industry has something for everyone!

Check out bakingworks.org for more ways to connect to this exciting industry!

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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 already feel the energy of innovation and experimentation in this episode? We can! This week CAPS Executive Director, Corey Mohn, welcomes Kristy Volesky, Founder and Principal of Volesky Consulting and these two start dreaming BIG about the future of education. Tune in to hear Volesky's take on some of the barriers preventing the American education system from total transformation. This episode is filled with great commentary, thought and calls to action!

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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What do you get when you mix friends, professional passions and a podcast? You get Lisa Dughi, CEO of NAF, back on The Network! Lisa starts by sharing the important work the NAF network of schools is doing across the country. The conversation really gets going as Corey and Lisa talk about what it takes to build and support a movement that changes policy and the culture of education.

The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ 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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