PODCAST EPISODE #34

Building the Future Workforce: A Conversation with Greenville County’s Charlotte McDavid

In this episode, we explore the future of education from both a student and talent lens with Charlotte McDavid, Assistant Superintendent for Transformation at Greenville County Schools. We dive into her insights on:

* Growing Our Future Leaders and how to cultivate talent within classrooms to address workforce needs.

* Understanding the heightened awareness and priorities of today’s students.

* Motivating educators through the importance of purpose and impact.

* Emerging trends in student (future workforce) interests, including a focus on technology, diversity, equity & inclusion, work-life balance, and a desire for regular feedback.

 

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on preparing students to thrive in the ever-changing world of work and what Greenville County Schools is doing about it. Learn more here: https://www.greenville.k12.sc.us

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