Education’s MVP: Public-Private Partnerships | U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation [Video]

From Friday night lights to college lecture halls, my journey as a student from rural Texas to the education team at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has shown me the incredible potential of collaboration with business to improve our education system. The private sector can partner with school districts to improve student academic achievement, build essential social-emotional skills, and help students gain industry-specific skills and knowledge needed in the local community before they graduate. A properly prepared workforce starts with well-rounded students, and public-private partnerships have been an essential tool to prepare students for the workforce of tomorrow. 

Communities from Chattanooga to Coachella Valley are already scoring big with innovative partnerships, but the majority have not bridged the public-private gap. These partnerships present an exciting opportunity for communities across the U.S. to join the game. 

School districts across the country need a Hail Mary. According to the 2022 PISA results, the U.S., …