Steve Regur (EdD) is the founder and CEO of Educators Cooperative, where he leads the development and certification of Career Connected Schools. With more than 25 years in education and organizational transformation, Steve partners with districts to create career-curious cultures that empower teachers and expand opportunities for students. You can connect with him at connectthework.com. | Ed Hidalgo is a master trainer and consultant with Educators Cooperative, where he partners with teachers to embed career-connected learning into everyday classroom practice. His journey has taken him from high-tech recruiting and workforce development to K–12 innovation, including designing Qualcomm’s Thinkabit Lab™ and serving as Chief Innovation Officer at the Cajon Valley Union School District. Ed is dedicated to helping students discover their strengths, interests and values — and you can learn more at connectthework.com.
For decades, career development leaders have pointed out that students thrive when career learning is woven into their daily lives – not bolted on. The OECD (2020) confirms that even...
