Beyond the Transcript: Building Future Ready Skills for College, Career, and Lasting Success

Brandon Bakke, Director of Secondary Education, CharacterStrong
Colton Moore, Junior Curriculum Specialist, CharacterStrong

Topic: CharacterStrong Solution

Grade Band: 9-12

Audience: Classroom Educators, Building Leadership, District Leadership

Tier: Tier 1

Room: Ballroom D, Session 3

Employers across every industry consistently report that the most in-demand skills are human-centered: communication, collaboration, self-advocacy, adaptability, and leadership. This session explores how CharacterStrong’s NEW High School Future Ready resources integrate character education with practical, workplace-relevant skills that help young people not only get the job—but keep it, grow in it, and find meaning in their work. You’ll leave with practical strategies to help align college and career readiness efforts with character education, supporting stronger student outcomes and meeting key district or state goals.

Resources: Slide Deck