Questa Education Foundation

?? Empowering Students to Stay, Work, and Thrive ?? The High School Working Group?is committed to helping students see the value of staying in northeast Indiana after graduation. The Advancing Postsecondary Education and Training Study shows that too many students don’t see a clear career path locally. This group is working to change that by: ?? Partnering with businesses to create real-world learning experiences ?? Providing mentorship and career exploration opportunities ?? Helping students understand the long-term benefits of staying in Indiana We believe education should lead to opportunity—and we’re making sure those opportunities exist right here. ?? ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpkDxw_h #CAPET #FutureLeaders #TalentPipeline #DonWoodFoundation #EducationToCareer #QuestaEducationFoundation Questa Education Foundation

Questa is proud to partner with?the #K21HealthFoundation?to support Kosciusko County students pursuing careers in healthcare!?This initiative strengthens our regional healthcare workforce by providing financial aid to future healthcare professionals. Like other Questa programs, K21 funding offers forgivable loans—rewarding students who stay and work in?#northeastindiana?after graduation. Learn more??? ?https://lnkd.in/gpeUx7i7 #healthcareheroes?#education?#healthcare?#KosciuskoCounty?#college #financialliteracy #financialfreedom?#financialaid?See less

?? Beyond the Binary Education isn’t just college vs. trades—it’s about lifelong learning! The APETS study reframes education as a career journey with flexible pathways. Let’s create more opportunities for success at every stage! Details here: questafoundation.org/apets #LifelongLearning #FlexibleEducation #CareerGrowth Don Wood Foundation

Thanks to our friends at 3Rivers Federal Credit Union for sharing more about Questa programs to support local students! Applications for our Traditional Scholars for graduating high school seniors are open through March 15th, and most other programs are open year-round. https://lnkd.in/gUjDsUut

The Coalition for Advancing Postsecondary Education & Training (#CAPET) is tackling key challenges for adult learners. Learn more??questafoundation.org/apets

We want to hear from you! What’s the best way to encourage employees to engage in professional development opportunities? Share your thoughts below! Let’s spark a conversation—what works best in your workplace? ?? #lifelonglearning #EmployeeGrowth #workplacetraining Don Wood Foundation

How can we help students navigate certifications, skilled trades, or college? We come together as a community and take action through #CAPET! Learn more: questafoundation.org/apets

?? Cost as a Barrier Did you know 84% of Hoosiers believe college is too expensive? Cost and financial aid confusion are major challenges preventing many from pursuing further education. APETS aims to demystify and expand aid access. Find solutions: questafoundation.org/apets #educationforall #lifelonglearning #CAPET Don Wood Foundation

#CAPET Working Groups are kicking off and we can't wait to see what happens next! Learn more and get involved in this impactful work at https://lnkd.in/g6ZYiSvz. Thanks for hosting, Don Wood Foundation!

?? Barriers to Entry ?? Cost remains the biggest hurdle to postsecondary education, even with 97% of students eligible for aid. Let’s simplify access to financial resources and drive enrollment. Learn how: questafoundation.org/apets #FinancialAid #EducationForAll Questa Education Foundation #DonWoodFoundation