The Colorado Education Initiative
Katie Kraft, M.Ed, currently serves as the Assistant Director of Career-Connected Learning at The Colorado Education Initiative since July 2022. Prior experience includes a supervisory role at Denver Public Schools, where Katie led the ACEConnect program aimed at preparing students with disabilities for workforce readiness through various community and work-based learning initiatives. Katie's background also features roles as an Education & Workforce Navigator with the Denver Opportunity Youth Initiative, and an Impact & Programs Specialist at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado, focusing on developing after-school programming and case management. Earlier career contributions include positions at Chicago Public Schools as a Culture & Climate Director and Counselor, along with academic support roles at DePaul University and Kaplan Online University. Education credentials include a Master’s degree in School and Community Counseling from DePaul University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Sociology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
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The Colorado Education Initiative
Your Partners in Possibility About Us: At Colorado Education Initiative (CEI), we are more than an organization; we are a catalyst for change in Colorado's K-12 public education landscape. Our mission is to champion, empower, and ignite Colorado leaders to deliver on the promise of public education, nurturing thriving young people and flourishing communities. Partners in Possibility: We believe in the power of partnerships. We collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including educators, administrators, policymakers, and community members, to cultivate systems improvement, innovation, and change in Colorado’s public education system. Join Our Network: If you share our passion for transforming education and creating thriving communities, we invite you to connect with us. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the future of Colorado education. (link to webpage) Stay Informed: Stay updated on our initiatives, success stories, and educational insights by subscribing to our newsletter. https://www.coloradoedinitiative.org/subscribe/