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School + Business Partnership

Critical Thinking Partnerships

Real problems. Real learning. Real impact.

Local businesses and community organizations partner with teachers to give students authentic problems to solve.

Participants in Critical Thinking Partnerships

How it works

  • Match
  • Define
  • Investigate
  • Solution
  • Present

Why it matters

  • Students solve meaningful, real-world problems
  • Builds critical thinking and teamwork skills
  • Strengthens school–business connections
  • Prepares students for future success
Why it matters

Our students loved tackling a real challenge from a local business. The experience was eye-opening for them and valuable for our community partner.

— Teacher Participant
A participant in Critical Thinking Partnerships
  • Educators
  • Community Partners