Rio Salado College’s Post

We’re honored to be named a 2026 Bellwether Award finalist, recognized nationally for our innovative work in building workforce pathways for adult learners. Our “Building Workforce Pathways for Adult Learners Through Strategic Partnerships” initiative was selected as a top 10 finalist in Workforce Development, highlighting the impact of our Integrated Education and Training (IET) model. This work connects adult learners to high-demand careers through education, workforce training, and wraparound support — strengthening both individual lives and our community. A huge congratulations to our dedicated faculty, staff, and partners who make this mission possible. 💙 Learn more about this national recognition and Rio’s innovative approach to workforce development ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/g-7pg7az Bellwether College Consortium, Strada Education Foundation, ALAMO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, CAEL, Arizona Department of Education, Maricopa Community Colleges #WorkforceDevelopment #AdultEducation #BellwetherAwards #IET #CommunityColleges #InnovationInEducation #RioSaladoCollege #MaricopaCommunityColleges