K – 16 Education Initiatives

Quality education leads to a skilled workforce, and a skilled workforce improves quality of life.

The Fox Cities Chamber supports collaboration and connection between business and industry, our regional school districts, and higher education institutions. We are committed to helping develop the relationships and opportunities for connection that will attract, develop, and retain the talent needed to promote the economic growth and prosperity of employers and the Fox Cities region well into the future. 

Among the ways the Fox Cities Chamber partners to promote and strengthen education are:

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Innovate for Tomorrow: Education & Business Partnership Series

Innovate for Tomorrow is a new initiative led by the Fox Cities Chamber’s Emerging Talent Alliance: Education Taskforce, designed to strengthen connections between schools and businesses while shaping the future of our regional workforce.

2025 Program

November 10, 2025 – Work-Based Learning

Our first session will focus on Work-Based Learning, a proven strategy to keep talent local by engaging students directly with employers. The session will highlight opportunities for collaboration, spark new ideas, and set the stage for ongoing conversations between educators and employers.

Attendees will hear from GPS Ed, Appleton Area School District, AZCO, and Miron and will:

  • Explore what’s possible when schools and businesses partner on internships, job shadowing, and real-world projects.
  • Hear success stories from students, educators, and employers who are already making it work.
  • Gain practical insight into how work-based learning benefits both young people and local industries.

February 9 – Supporting Educators: How businesses can help teachers with resources, expertise, and partnerships.

May 11 – Building a Connected Community: A workshop on how schools can partner with families and local organizations to create programs that strengthen community ties and support student success. 

Sign up to receive updates about Emerging Talent Alliance programs, events, and initiatives!

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For questions on K - 16 Education Initiatives, email Aimee Herrick