Tyler education leaders emphasize workforce preparation, partnerships across East Texas

Education leaders from across Tyler discussed workforce development, career preparation and the changing demands facing schools and colleges during the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce‘s State of Education luncheon Thursday. The discussion brought together Tyler ISD Superintendent Dr. Marty Crawford, Texas College President Dr. SherRhonda Gibbs, University of Texas at Tyler President Dr. Julie Philley, and Tyler Junior College President and CEO Dr. Juan Mejia. The leaders addressed a range of issues affecting education in East Texas, including partnerships between school districts and colleges, preparing students for local workforce needs, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and the importance of financial literacy and civic engagement. BUILDING A WORKFORCE FOR EAST TEXAS Texas College is pursuing efforts to connect students with career opportunities through its THRIVE initiative.

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