Career-Connected Learning
Career-Connected Learning (CCL) stems from House Bill 2158 and seeks to ensure that all Washington students have multiple pathways toward employment and economic self-sufficiency. By connecting and creating partnerships, our districts, industry, government, and institutions of higher education can build opportunities that expose K–12 students and young adults to a variety of careers and real-world experiences.
CCL is supported by a statewide network that seeks to provide data-informed technical assistance while building equitable student access and improving student outcomes.
Learning Framework
Capital Region STEAM Network
Washington's highest-demand careers require strong science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) skills. ESD 113 and Washington STEM created the Capital Region STEAM Network to connect students with these career pathways and close credential gaps.
The network brings together business leaders and educators to link Washington students with STEAM careers. We focus on supporting students of color, young women, rural and remote youth, and students from low-income families to become STEAM professionals across our region.