Kuder, Inc. Partners with Montgomery County Public Schools to Advance Work-Based Learning Initiatives

Kuder, Inc. Partners with Montgomery County Public Schools

Kuder, Inc., a leader in career readiness solutions, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). This collaboration will enhance work-based learning opportunities for students, their families, and the wider business community. The goal of this initiative is to align students with suitable career paths and prepare them for future job markets.

Kuder's innovative Work-Based Learning (WBL) platform aims to support MCPS's initiatives in promoting career awareness, exploration, preparation, and advancement. This comprehensive approach includes a suite of tools and evidence-based methodologies designed to facilitate employer engagement and enrich student experiences.

A Transformative Experience

The partnership comes in response to the need for a structured framework that can integrate work-based learning into the educational process. Shawn Krasa, the Work-Based Learning Supervisor at MCPS, expressed excitement about the potential that Kuder's platform brings: "We were thrilled to learn about all of the innovative capabilities Kuder could offer our district. Their research-based career interest assessments stood out to our team as a fundamental element for our program."

Kuder’s WBL solution is particularly notable for its scalability, making it suitable for school districts of varied sizes. The technology is designed not just to meet immediate needs but to foster long-term relationships between students and employers, thus enhancing overall career preparedness. Connor Harrington, CEO of Kuder, stated, "We are honored to partner with MCPS to help meet their work-based learning goals and make an impact on the students, families, and staff."

Real-World Impact

As MCPS began implementing this new platform at the start of the 2024-25 school year, Kuder's team has been actively involved in training staff and ensuring that everyone is prepared to make the best use of this innovative solution. Gwen Filipiak, an Instructional Specialist for College and Career Readiness at MCPS, remarked, "Kuder’s team has been amazing to work with as we ramp up and transition our programming model to their platform."

This partnership is particularly timely as MCPS secures funding through a Maryland Works grant from the Maryland State Department of Education. This grant will enable the school district to build and expand its apprenticeship program, thus delivering even more value to its students.

About Kuder

Kuder, Inc. brings over 85 years of experience in career readiness and educational technology. With a strong commitment to supporting individuals of all ages, their solutions focus on college and career readiness, work-based learning integration, and workforce management programs. Millions of individuals globally have relied on Kuder for its high-quality services and products backed by extensive research and development.

This partnership not only reflects Kuder’s commitment to enhancing education but also highlights Montgomery County’s dedication to preparing its student population for the dynamic workforce ahead. As they step into this new phase, both organizations are set on a path to success that prioritizes student growth and career readiness.