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Social and Emotional Learning: a guide for educators
Social and emotional learning is a framework educators can adopt that takes a holistic approach to personal development and helps strengthen communities.
Expand K12
programming with ease
We run summer, afterschool
and WBL programs that break barriers.
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We work with districts all over the nation to run expanded learning programs that propel students forward
We use our experience to solve traditional afterschool problems
Work ED builds and operates tailored summer and afterschool programs, in person and at scale for elementary and middle schools. Our programs are built to unlock the potential in communities across the nation, providing future-proof career skills to every student.
In person and fully staffed
We make it simple for districts by providing 100% staffing and operations in any number of locations. We offer flexible scheduling and scalable student-centric solutions to improve outcomes and engagement.
One platform for all your administrative needs
No more chasing files, calendars and emails. We offer a platform for running expanded learning programs in one place, including registration, logistics, communication and attendance.
Focused on real-world success
Our programs are built to bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world. We create discovery programs for elementary to high school students to foster a growth mindset, exposing students to the skills and experience they need to succeed in high-income tech careers.
All you need is a classroom,
the rest is on us.
Guaranteed to meet funding mandates and make sure you're making the most of the funding available.
Accessible and fit for all students regardless of socioeconomic status or background.
Ready to fully operate from end-to-end, any number of programs in any number of locations. Whatever your needs and vision, we'll make it happen.
Afterschool Programs
By combining fun and engaging activities with career-focused lessons students can continue learning beyond the whiteboard.
Read moreIntersession Programs
Seasonal breaks don't have to contribute to learning loss. We make it easy for students to get ahead on their time off.
Read moreStaffing Solutions
Fully-trained and passionate staff who prioritize building community and making connections.
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Real Challenges, Real Learning
Tackle problems faced by industry professionals and understand the reality of that career
Discover Your Hidden Potential
Learn your strengths and areas of focus to create your own roadmap to success.
Work together to make something great
Show people what you can do
Future Proof Your Skill Set
Build foundational skills that will help you no matter where you end up working.
Test Drive a Career, Find Your Passion
Find a role that excites you by discovering new opportunities
Don’t take our word for it
We gather student feedback at the end of every program
92%
of students would recommend to a friend
84%
of students felt more confident after their program
81%
of parents/guardians would enroll their child in another Work ED program
86%
of parents/guardians noticed their child is more confident and social after the program
About Work ED
Using a combination of work-based and problem-based learning, we give students of all ages the skills they need to break into high-earning, future-proof career pathways so that they can take control of their lives. We use our own highly trained staff and proprietary technology to make afterschool more accessible for all stakeholders, including school districts, students, parents, and business partners
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11 Years
of experience creating innovative programs for youth all over the nation
20,000
students from Elementary to High School have graduated from our programs
91%
success rating from students, parents, and educators.
Stories to inspire
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How educators can help fix the U.S. skills gap and give youth opportunities to thriveWhat can educators and industry professionals do to fix the U.S. skills gap—and give opportunities to youth across the nation.
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How to use ESSER for afterschool programsA guide for how to use ESSER funding to address learning loss through afterschool and enrichment programs.
Case Studies: Playbook to Success
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Fresno Unified School District Summer Career ExternshipsFresno Unified School Districts CTE team wanted to provide additional work-based-learning opportunities during the Summer with industry partners preparing students for the workforce.
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New York Cyber DiscoveryWork ED developed a regional Cyber Externship during Spring Break of 2021, joining together districts and industry partners from New York City.
