David Young
@davidbyoung.bsky.social
CEO of @participatelearning.com, soccer and Elon U dad, daily Gracie walker, world traveler
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Today’s students need a strong foundation in content knowledge—and the skills to use it in meaningful ways. 🎓
Through action-driven learning, students bridge academic standards with real challenges. They sharpen their critical thinking, work together to solve problems, and take initiative. #EduSky
Through action-driven learning, students bridge academic standards with real challenges. They sharpen their critical thinking, work together to solve problems, and take initiative. #EduSky
August 12, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Today’s students need a strong foundation in content knowledge—and the skills to use it in meaningful ways. 🎓
Through action-driven learning, students bridge academic standards with real challenges. They sharpen their critical thinking, work together to solve problems, and take initiative. #EduSky
Through action-driven learning, students bridge academic standards with real challenges. They sharpen their critical thinking, work together to solve problems, and take initiative. #EduSky
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When teachers lead, everyone benefits—and at
Heritage Middle School, that leadership is shared, celebrated, and sustained.
Through the #GlobalLeaders framework, educators and students alike are stepping into roles that shape the culture and strengthen connections across the school. #EduSky
Heritage Middle School, that leadership is shared, celebrated, and sustained.
Through the #GlobalLeaders framework, educators and students alike are stepping into roles that shape the culture and strengthen connections across the school. #EduSky
August 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
When teachers lead, everyone benefits—and at
Heritage Middle School, that leadership is shared, celebrated, and sustained.
Through the #GlobalLeaders framework, educators and students alike are stepping into roles that shape the culture and strengthen connections across the school. #EduSky
Heritage Middle School, that leadership is shared, celebrated, and sustained.
Through the #GlobalLeaders framework, educators and students alike are stepping into roles that shape the culture and strengthen connections across the school. #EduSky
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It’s a collaborative effort that’s building momentum and making a lasting impact. 💙🌎
Get the full story in this new white paper: bit.ly/4kIHKbs
#EduSky
Get the full story in this new white paper: bit.ly/4kIHKbs
#EduSky
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August 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
It’s a collaborative effort that’s building momentum and making a lasting impact. 💙🌎
Get the full story in this new white paper: bit.ly/4kIHKbs
#EduSky
Get the full story in this new white paper: bit.ly/4kIHKbs
#EduSky
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We welcomed part of the #AmbassadorTeacher Class of 2030 to the U.S. this week—and what a week it was! 🇺🇸
This short recap offers a glimpse into Arrival Orientation—classroom training, insight into American culture, new friendships, and the support they need to start strong. [1 of 2] #EduSky
This short recap offers a glimpse into Arrival Orientation—classroom training, insight into American culture, new friendships, and the support they need to start strong. [1 of 2] #EduSky
July 18, 2025 at 3:59 PM
We welcomed part of the #AmbassadorTeacher Class of 2030 to the U.S. this week—and what a week it was! 🇺🇸
This short recap offers a glimpse into Arrival Orientation—classroom training, insight into American culture, new friendships, and the support they need to start strong. [1 of 2] #EduSky
This short recap offers a glimpse into Arrival Orientation—classroom training, insight into American culture, new friendships, and the support they need to start strong. [1 of 2] #EduSky
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Our latest LinkedIn newsletter is live! 🚨
This edition breaks down what makes #DualLanguage programs truly sustainable—and the tools schools need to build lasting success.
Read now + subscribe to get future issues straight to your feed:
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#CareerReadiness #EduSky
This edition breaks down what makes #DualLanguage programs truly sustainable—and the tools schools need to build lasting success.
Read now + subscribe to get future issues straight to your feed:
🔗 bit.ly/4kDCg12
#CareerReadiness #EduSky
The Hidden Architecture of Dual Language Success
What makes a dual language program succeed isn’t always what you see. It’s what holds it up.
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July 15, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Our latest LinkedIn newsletter is live! 🚨
This edition breaks down what makes #DualLanguage programs truly sustainable—and the tools schools need to build lasting success.
Read now + subscribe to get future issues straight to your feed:
🔗 bit.ly/4kDCg12
#CareerReadiness #EduSky
This edition breaks down what makes #DualLanguage programs truly sustainable—and the tools schools need to build lasting success.
Read now + subscribe to get future issues straight to your feed:
🔗 bit.ly/4kDCg12
#CareerReadiness #EduSky
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By 2030, nearly 25% of jobs will have changed. As students build a foundation in academic content, they’ll also need chances to think critically, collaborate, and lead.
This blog highlights five workforce trends—and how schools can prepare students for what’s next: bit.ly/4lIjkz7
#EduSky
This blog highlights five workforce trends—and how schools can prepare students for what’s next: bit.ly/4lIjkz7
#EduSky
July 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
By 2030, nearly 25% of jobs will have changed. As students build a foundation in academic content, they’ll also need chances to think critically, collaborate, and lead.
This blog highlights five workforce trends—and how schools can prepare students for what’s next: bit.ly/4lIjkz7
#EduSky
This blog highlights five workforce trends—and how schools can prepare students for what’s next: bit.ly/4lIjkz7
#EduSky
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When students connect learning to the real world, their confidence—and their impact—grow! 🌎✨
At Roosevelt Middle School’s Global Showcase, students are showcasing the skills that matter most: creativity, communication, empathy, and purpose-driven action: bit.ly/44g5BJW #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
At Roosevelt Middle School’s Global Showcase, students are showcasing the skills that matter most: creativity, communication, empathy, and purpose-driven action: bit.ly/44g5BJW #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
July 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM
When students connect learning to the real world, their confidence—and their impact—grow! 🌎✨
At Roosevelt Middle School’s Global Showcase, students are showcasing the skills that matter most: creativity, communication, empathy, and purpose-driven action: bit.ly/44g5BJW #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
At Roosevelt Middle School’s Global Showcase, students are showcasing the skills that matter most: creativity, communication, empathy, and purpose-driven action: bit.ly/44g5BJW #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
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What if students could grow academically and prepare for future careers—by making an impact in their communities right now? 🌍 That’s the power of action-driven learning. 🎓
🎬 Watch how it works in our latest video: bit.ly/3I6yn7f #EduSky
🎬 Watch how it works in our latest video: bit.ly/3I6yn7f #EduSky
July 7, 2025 at 2:54 PM
What if students could grow academically and prepare for future careers—by making an impact in their communities right now? 🌍 That’s the power of action-driven learning. 🎓
🎬 Watch how it works in our latest video: bit.ly/3I6yn7f #EduSky
🎬 Watch how it works in our latest video: bit.ly/3I6yn7f #EduSky
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One bottle cap at a time, #GlobalLeaders at Heritage Middle are building something bigger than a mural. They’re building habits of leadership, care, and collaboration, and a recent feature article shows exactly how that momentum keeps growing.
Check out the spotlight here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ #EduSky
Check out the spotlight here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ #EduSky
July 2, 2025 at 1:19 PM
One bottle cap at a time, #GlobalLeaders at Heritage Middle are building something bigger than a mural. They’re building habits of leadership, care, and collaboration, and a recent feature article shows exactly how that momentum keeps growing.
Check out the spotlight here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ #EduSky
Check out the spotlight here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ #EduSky
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June brought it all—
🌎 A new white paper on enrollment resilience
🌎 A geography challenge that might stump you
🌎 Ambassador Teacher Arrival Orientation for the Class of 2030
Plus, even more stories, updates, and reasons to celebrate!
Catch it all here: bit.ly/4l6SyAy
#GlobalLeaders #EduSky
🌎 A new white paper on enrollment resilience
🌎 A geography challenge that might stump you
🌎 Ambassador Teacher Arrival Orientation for the Class of 2030
Plus, even more stories, updates, and reasons to celebrate!
Catch it all here: bit.ly/4l6SyAy
#GlobalLeaders #EduSky
July 2, 2025 at 1:37 PM
June brought it all—
🌎 A new white paper on enrollment resilience
🌎 A geography challenge that might stump you
🌎 Ambassador Teacher Arrival Orientation for the Class of 2030
Plus, even more stories, updates, and reasons to celebrate!
Catch it all here: bit.ly/4l6SyAy
#GlobalLeaders #EduSky
🌎 A new white paper on enrollment resilience
🌎 A geography challenge that might stump you
🌎 Ambassador Teacher Arrival Orientation for the Class of 2030
Plus, even more stories, updates, and reasons to celebrate!
Catch it all here: bit.ly/4l6SyAy
#GlobalLeaders #EduSky
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From powerful lyrics about responsibility to a student-led food drive, the #GlobalLeaders at South Graham Elementary turned learning into leadership. 💪🎶
This is #CareerReadiness in action—building empathy, initiative, and real-world impact one lesson at a time!
➡️ bit.ly/43n6S1s #EduSky
This is #CareerReadiness in action—building empathy, initiative, and real-world impact one lesson at a time!
➡️ bit.ly/43n6S1s #EduSky
Local Is Global: How South Graham Elementary Is Taking Action Against Hunger - Participate Learning
Students at South Graham Elementary explored solutions to global hunger in their community—an inspiring example of global learning in action.
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June 17, 2025 at 12:43 PM
From powerful lyrics about responsibility to a student-led food drive, the #GlobalLeaders at South Graham Elementary turned learning into leadership. 💪🎶
This is #CareerReadiness in action—building empathy, initiative, and real-world impact one lesson at a time!
➡️ bit.ly/43n6S1s #EduSky
This is #CareerReadiness in action—building empathy, initiative, and real-world impact one lesson at a time!
➡️ bit.ly/43n6S1s #EduSky
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Another milestone moment from Heritage Middle School—this time featured in @educationnc.bsky.social!
Their #GlobalLeaders students are leading sustainability and service projects while building skills they’ll carry into future careers.
See the full story here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ
#CareerReady #EduSky
Their #GlobalLeaders students are leading sustainability and service projects while building skills they’ll carry into future careers.
See the full story here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ
#CareerReady #EduSky
June 17, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Another milestone moment from Heritage Middle School—this time featured in @educationnc.bsky.social!
Their #GlobalLeaders students are leading sustainability and service projects while building skills they’ll carry into future careers.
See the full story here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ
#CareerReady #EduSky
Their #GlobalLeaders students are leading sustainability and service projects while building skills they’ll carry into future careers.
See the full story here: bit.ly/4kJtzTJ
#CareerReady #EduSky
Perspective | Growing global: Year two of purposeful partnerships at Heritage Middle www.ednc.org/perspective-...
Perspective | Growing global: Year two of purposeful partnerships at Heritage Middle
The culture of global learning at Heritage continues to grow through inspired teacher leadership and fresh innovation.
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June 12, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Perspective | Growing global: Year two of purposeful partnerships at Heritage Middle www.ednc.org/perspective-...
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At Heritage Middle, students aren’t just learning about the world, they’re finding their place in it!
Catch their session June 11 at 2:30 p.m. (RCOE 127) and see how these #GlobalLeaders partners help students connect, think, and lead.
Get a glimpse inside their story ➡️ bit.ly/4hOKhil #EduSky
Catch their session June 11 at 2:30 p.m. (RCOE 127) and see how these #GlobalLeaders partners help students connect, think, and lead.
Get a glimpse inside their story ➡️ bit.ly/4hOKhil #EduSky
June 6, 2025 at 3:47 PM
At Heritage Middle, students aren’t just learning about the world, they’re finding their place in it!
Catch their session June 11 at 2:30 p.m. (RCOE 127) and see how these #GlobalLeaders partners help students connect, think, and lead.
Get a glimpse inside their story ➡️ bit.ly/4hOKhil #EduSky
Catch their session June 11 at 2:30 p.m. (RCOE 127) and see how these #GlobalLeaders partners help students connect, think, and lead.
Get a glimpse inside their story ➡️ bit.ly/4hOKhil #EduSky
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Student voice. Teacher leadership. Big wins.
May delivered—and our newsletter has the proof!
📥 Want to see what made this month so powerful?
Open From Classroom to Career (and hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next edition): bit.ly/43CrAcl
#CareerReadiness #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
May delivered—and our newsletter has the proof!
📥 Want to see what made this month so powerful?
Open From Classroom to Career (and hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next edition): bit.ly/43CrAcl
#CareerReadiness #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
June 4, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Student voice. Teacher leadership. Big wins.
May delivered—and our newsletter has the proof!
📥 Want to see what made this month so powerful?
Open From Classroom to Career (and hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next edition): bit.ly/43CrAcl
#CareerReadiness #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
May delivered—and our newsletter has the proof!
📥 Want to see what made this month so powerful?
Open From Classroom to Career (and hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next edition): bit.ly/43CrAcl
#CareerReadiness #GlobalLeaders #EduSky
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From day one to year five, the Class of 2025 inspired curiosity, connection, and #CareerReadiness in U.S. classrooms. 💙🎓
Now, they return home as Ambassador Teacher alumni—ready to continue making a difference in their own countries and communities.
🌍: bit.ly/44ZkdhE
#AmbassadorTeachers #EduSky
Now, they return home as Ambassador Teacher alumni—ready to continue making a difference in their own countries and communities.
🌍: bit.ly/44ZkdhE
#AmbassadorTeachers #EduSky
June 3, 2025 at 2:20 PM
From day one to year five, the Class of 2025 inspired curiosity, connection, and #CareerReadiness in U.S. classrooms. 💙🎓
Now, they return home as Ambassador Teacher alumni—ready to continue making a difference in their own countries and communities.
🌍: bit.ly/44ZkdhE
#AmbassadorTeachers #EduSky
Now, they return home as Ambassador Teacher alumni—ready to continue making a difference in their own countries and communities.
🌍: bit.ly/44ZkdhE
#AmbassadorTeachers #EduSky
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From bottle caps to a bold message of strength! 💪
The #GlobalLeaders at Heritage Middle School created a lasting tribute to Western North Carolina’s resilience after Hurricane Helene—one that will inspire future acts of unity and strength. 🌍🎨 #EduSky
The #GlobalLeaders at Heritage Middle School created a lasting tribute to Western North Carolina’s resilience after Hurricane Helene—one that will inspire future acts of unity and strength. 🌍🎨 #EduSky
The #GlobalLeaders at Heritage MS unveiled their bottle cap mural today. They created a lasting art piece to pay tribute to the strength of Western NC after Hurricane Helene.
June 3, 2025 at 7:46 PM
From bottle caps to a bold message of strength! 💪
The #GlobalLeaders at Heritage Middle School created a lasting tribute to Western North Carolina’s resilience after Hurricane Helene—one that will inspire future acts of unity and strength. 🌍🎨 #EduSky
The #GlobalLeaders at Heritage Middle School created a lasting tribute to Western North Carolina’s resilience after Hurricane Helene—one that will inspire future acts of unity and strength. 🌍🎨 #EduSky
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Teaching What AI Can’t: Why AI Literacy Must Include Human Intelligence Skills - Participate Learning
AI literacy starts with human skills. Teach students to lead, adapt, and think critically—skills that will set them apart in an AI-shaped job market.
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May 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Teachers don’t just want a seat at the table—they want to help set the direction.
At Heritage Middle, Erik saw how the #GlobalLeaders framework invited teachers into bigger conversations and lasting impact. That kind of leadership? It’s fueling stronger teacher retention: bit.ly/44vL2tC 💙🌎 #EduSky
At Heritage Middle, Erik saw how the #GlobalLeaders framework invited teachers into bigger conversations and lasting impact. That kind of leadership? It’s fueling stronger teacher retention: bit.ly/44vL2tC 💙🌎 #EduSky
May 19, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Teachers don’t just want a seat at the table—they want to help set the direction.
At Heritage Middle, Erik saw how the #GlobalLeaders framework invited teachers into bigger conversations and lasting impact. That kind of leadership? It’s fueling stronger teacher retention: bit.ly/44vL2tC 💙🌎 #EduSky
At Heritage Middle, Erik saw how the #GlobalLeaders framework invited teachers into bigger conversations and lasting impact. That kind of leadership? It’s fueling stronger teacher retention: bit.ly/44vL2tC 💙🌎 #EduSky
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What if student retention wasn’t just a problem to fix, but a story to rewrite?
From peer mentorships to career-connected learning, this blog offers powerful, people-first ideas that work.
Give it a read—you’ll walk away with some real inspiration! 🌍 bit.ly/44XSZaY #CareerReadiness #EduSky
From peer mentorships to career-connected learning, this blog offers powerful, people-first ideas that work.
Give it a read—you’ll walk away with some real inspiration! 🌍 bit.ly/44XSZaY #CareerReadiness #EduSky
May 16, 2025 at 1:21 PM
What if student retention wasn’t just a problem to fix, but a story to rewrite?
From peer mentorships to career-connected learning, this blog offers powerful, people-first ideas that work.
Give it a read—you’ll walk away with some real inspiration! 🌍 bit.ly/44XSZaY #CareerReadiness #EduSky
From peer mentorships to career-connected learning, this blog offers powerful, people-first ideas that work.
Give it a read—you’ll walk away with some real inspiration! 🌍 bit.ly/44XSZaY #CareerReadiness #EduSky
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"When I grow up, I want to be..." 🧑🎨🧑🚀🧑🔬
We love hearing students dream big. But are we helping them get there? Our latest From Classroom to Career newsletter is all about turning those dreams into direction, with skills that really matter.
Give it a read and subscribe today: bit.ly/4j3Xep3 #EduSky
We love hearing students dream big. But are we helping them get there? Our latest From Classroom to Career newsletter is all about turning those dreams into direction, with skills that really matter.
Give it a read and subscribe today: bit.ly/4j3Xep3 #EduSky
May 15, 2025 at 5:09 PM
"When I grow up, I want to be..." 🧑🎨🧑🚀🧑🔬
We love hearing students dream big. But are we helping them get there? Our latest From Classroom to Career newsletter is all about turning those dreams into direction, with skills that really matter.
Give it a read and subscribe today: bit.ly/4j3Xep3 #EduSky
We love hearing students dream big. But are we helping them get there? Our latest From Classroom to Career newsletter is all about turning those dreams into direction, with skills that really matter.
Give it a read and subscribe today: bit.ly/4j3Xep3 #EduSky
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They turn ideas into visual magic! Huge congrats to our amazing design team—our From Classroom to Career eBook won First Place: Award of Excellence, and our Nashville map brochure earned Second Place: Award of Distinction from Communicator Awards! 👏 See the eBook for yourself: bit.ly/3GGaQZZ #EduSky
May 13, 2025 at 6:50 PM
They turn ideas into visual magic! Huge congrats to our amazing design team—our From Classroom to Career eBook won First Place: Award of Excellence, and our Nashville map brochure earned Second Place: Award of Distinction from Communicator Awards! 👏 See the eBook for yourself: bit.ly/3GGaQZZ #EduSky
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We turned 38 yesterday—but since it fell on Mother’s Day, we waited to celebrate and give the moms and mother figures in our lives the love and spotlight they deserve! 💐
Today, we’re marking this milestone with a look back at our journey, from VIF to Participate Learning.
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Today, we’re marking this milestone with a look back at our journey, from VIF to Participate Learning.
[1 of 2]
May 12, 2025 at 2:44 PM
We turned 38 yesterday—but since it fell on Mother’s Day, we waited to celebrate and give the moms and mother figures in our lives the love and spotlight they deserve! 💐
Today, we’re marking this milestone with a look back at our journey, from VIF to Participate Learning.
[1 of 2]
Today, we’re marking this milestone with a look back at our journey, from VIF to Participate Learning.
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Big changes are coming to the job market (we’re talking 1 in 4 jobs shifting by 2030 👀). What’s a school to do? 🤔🏫
Start by helping kids build curiosity, empathy, language skills, and beyond.
Educators, get a practical guide here:
bit.ly/42kamkU #GlobalEd #EduSky
Start by helping kids build curiosity, empathy, language skills, and beyond.
Educators, get a practical guide here:
bit.ly/42kamkU #GlobalEd #EduSky
April 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Big changes are coming to the job market (we’re talking 1 in 4 jobs shifting by 2030 👀). What’s a school to do? 🤔🏫
Start by helping kids build curiosity, empathy, language skills, and beyond.
Educators, get a practical guide here:
bit.ly/42kamkU #GlobalEd #EduSky
Start by helping kids build curiosity, empathy, language skills, and beyond.
Educators, get a practical guide here:
bit.ly/42kamkU #GlobalEd #EduSky