STUDENT-CENTERED DESIGN
The Library serves as a vital hub for 606byDesign, a student-centered design model supporting Teach For America Appalachia. 606byDesign empowers 'near-miss' Appalachian students – those whose identities are underrepresented in local high-demand careers – through a collective impact approach that deeply engages the community.
Foster early career and academic exploration. Strengthen K-12 and higher education advising partnerships to co-create personalized college and career pathways for seamless student transitions.
Develop clear and efficient pathways connecting KDE curriculum to relevant college majors and careers, and effectively communicate these pathways to students.
Provide holistic student support encompassing academic assistance, career guidance, addressing non-academic barriers, and promoting mental health and wellness.
Equip students with the knowledge, essential skills, and academic preparedness necessary to achieve their educational and career aspirations.
Identifying areas for growth, implementing strategies to address those areas, and systematically evaluating the effectiveness of those strategies to inform future improvements.