Big Thought

Grades K–5 Grades 6–8 Grades 9–10 Grades 11–12 Postsecondary

BT engages youth especially in under-resourced communities-in creative, hands-on learning that builds future ready skills. Through partnerships and realworld projects, students gain exposure to careers in the arts, technology, and design while developing problem solving and collaboration abilities.

ORGANIZATION TYPE

Non-Profit Operator

STUDENTS SERVED

1000+

GEOGRAPHIC REACH

National

STATE(S) COVERED

Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma

LOCALE(S) SERVED

Urban, Rural, Suburban

WBL SERVICE MODELS

Career Fair / Career Day, Career Counseling / Assessments, Mentorship, Internship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Youth Apprenticeship, Service Learning

DELIVERY MODALITY

Community-based

TYPICAL DURATION

Short-term

SCHOOL-BASED TIMING

After-school

COMPENSATION TYPE

Stipend, Unpaid, Credential, Other Incentives/ Benefits

STAKEHOLDERS SERVED

Students, Families, Educators, Employers, State Education Agency, Professional, Technical Assistance For Schools/Districts, Basic Career Exploration Tools, Navigational Resources For Families/Caregivers

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

English Only

TARGETED POPULATIONS

Other

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

CAREER CLUSTERS ALIGNMENT

Arts, Entertainment, & Design

FUNDING MODEL

Grants, Philanthropy, Earned Revenue

SIMILAR PROVIDERS

Tarrant To & Through Partnership

Regional

The Tarrant To & Through Partnership aims to ensure more Tarrant County students have the training and skills they need to thrive in today's workforce.

Available in: TX

grades 6–8 grades 9–10 grades 11–12 postsecondary

Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation

Regional

The Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation is a 501 non-profit organization dedicated to training and developing future professionals in the metalworking and manufacturing industry in southwestern Pennsylvania. Its work includes a four-year registered apprenticeship program combining classroom instruction and on-the-job learning, as well as youth initiatives like robotics and STEM programs that build pathways into advanced manufacturing.

Available in: PA

grades 6–8 grades 9–10 grades 11–12 postsecondary grades k–5

ImBlaze by Big Picture Learning

Nationwide

National

ImBlaze is the leading WBL management tool. Through our web and mobile solution, schools and other orgs an manage their "Rolodex" of opportunities, track student attendance, and keep track of compliance paperwork. ImBlaze enables programs to grow social capital for young people and provide outside of school opportunities.

Available in: Nationwide

grades 9–10 grades 11–12