The number one thing we hear from entrepreneurs and artists and creatives when we ask them about their education is about how irrelevant it was to their story. Sure, some folks had wonderful educational experiences, but for many their experiences left them feeling ill prepared for life and their careers. So, we wanted to create a space for folks to share their experiences and ideas for how we can improve our educational system.
Etienne Salborn
To prepare students for a more fulfilling life and career, the education system needs a significant transformation. At SINA (Social Innovation Academy), we believe that education should be more than just a pathway to employment—it should be a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and purpose. Traditional education often emphasizes rote learning and standardized tests, which can stifle creativity and limit the development of critical life skills. Read more>>
M H
From my perspective the educational system is dated, in public schools they are not preparing the youth for the world. Schools do not teach about building or maintaining credit, how to build corporations, or just the basics with finance and money management skills… Schools are basically preparing the youth to get a minimum wage job and struggle… To survive your wisdom and drive has to be very strong in order to succeed nowadays Read more>>
Torree Pederson
Today’s education system works for some, but not all students. We must offer students and families multiple solutions to ensure their ability to thrive. For many students, the opportunities in front of them don’t offer much hope or success. Our work at Aligned tries to ensure that all students can see what they can be outside of their immediate world. I remember wanting to go into the medical field with my best friend in high school. I was fortunate enough to have the guidance of my family who recommended that I go volunteer at the hospital. Read more>>
Deeta Saravanan
Something that I would (and am planning to) change about the education system is the lack of productive financial literacy resources for children. While financial literacy is arguably one of the most essential life skills, there is a noticeable lack of materials catered to youth that get them engaged and excited to learn. When I founded Project YouthFinLit (PYFL), I originally had a mission to make financial literacy accessible and engaging for youth so that they would be more exposed to important financial concepts at an early age. Read more>>
Stephanie Vermaas
In the traditional educational system, particularly fashion universities and higher education, the focus has been on preparing students to thrive in the industry by working for someone else. This approach often neglects to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to build their own dreams and empires. In today’s world, where technology has made education more accessible than ever, I am committed to reshaping how we educate aspiring fashion entrepreneurs and making that knowledge accessible. Read more>>