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ConnectED Polk outlines countywide business–school partnerships, cites $2.55 million invested
Summary
Dr. Melody Bridal told the Polk County School Board ConnectED Polk is an intermediary that has invested $2,552,000, expanded from two pilot schools to 17, and plans 167+ events and virtual field‑trip pilots to expose students to careers across Polk County.
Dr. Melody Bridal, founder of nonprofit ConnectED Polk, told the Polk County School Board on Aug. 23 that the organization serves as an intermediary between businesses and schools to expand students’ exposure to careers. "We are the first of our kind in Polk County," Bridal said, describing ConnectED Polk as a bridge that works behind the scenes to align business resources with school needs.
Bridal said the organization has invested $2,552,000 in school programming…
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