Beyond the Diploma: How Getting Smart is Transforming Education with Shawnee Caruthers

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In this episode of TransformED with StepUp, we are joined by Shawnee Caruthers, the Vice President of Advocacy at Getting Smart, an organization committed to reimagining learning through innovative and human-centered approaches. With a rich background in advertising, journalism, and education, Shawnee brings a unique perspective to the conversation on how to engage students and educators in meaningful, real-world learning.

Together, we explore Shawnee’s journey and her advocacy work at Getting Smart, focusing on how they’re driving educational equity across the country. Shawnee shares insights into her mission to shift societal norms—from emphasizing life after high school to embedding essential life skills in students’ everyday learning. She highlights the importance of adapting and learning from younger generations, equipping students to apply durable skills to real-world challenges, and fostering lifelong learning that transcends any one career path.

Tune in to discover how Getting Smart’s work is reshaping education to better prepare students for the world around them.

Resources:

Getting Smart

Getting Smart Podcast

Getting Smart Townhalls

Student Success Ready Network