Skill Development refers to the mastery of academic and technical content youth need in order to develop a range of non-academic, social and emotional, and employability skills. These skills are sometimes referred to as ‘soft skills’ and are seen as essential in order for youth to be successful in college, career, and beyond.
Resources
- April 27, 2015
The Forgotten Half – Who Are they Now?
Betsy Brand, Executive DirectorThe importance of getting some education or training after high school has become widely accepted. Now, almost all high school …
Study Tour (Chicago, IL) The Use of Student and Teacher Surveys for School Improvement
This study tour examined the use of student and teacher school climate surveys in the continuous improvement of teaching and learning.
Coordinated Financing For Afterschool And Summer Learning
This convening focused on coordinated financing efforts for afterschool and summer learning programs.
- April 21, 2015
AYPF and IEL Team Up to Honor Efrem Ayalew for 2015 Halperin Youth Award
On April 20, 2015, AYPF and IEL honored Efrem Ayalew, whose dedication to these ideas embodies Halperin’s work and life.