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When I was younger, I often second-guessed myself—I think I’m good at this, but how would that fit into a career? or I love doing that, but can I really make a job out of it? Now I’m an actor, a student building my career path, and I’m passionate about making the world better. I’m excited to work with The DeBruce Foundation on their resources like Agilities Kids, a series of animated videos designed to help kids discover their own strengths in a fun and engaging way!
The Agilities help kids put words to their skills, build confidence, and see what’s possible for their future. These videos work in tandem with new resources created for K-12 classrooms. Imagine a kid coming home from school and saying, “Today was awesome! We had a group project and my teacher told me I’m great at Managing, which made me feel really good.” That’s the kind of impact we’re making: empowering kids to know their strengths and explore the possibilities ahead!
I’m so proud to be part of this project. Check out Agilities Kids on YouTube and help the next generation dream big!
Agilities© Kids: Developing Others
In this month’s Agilities© character highlight, meet one of our new Agilities characters – Developing Others!
Developing Others helps you support and encourage others by mentoring, coaching, or teaching. People with this Agility like giving their friends a chance to learn or enjoy cheering them on. Developing Others could be as simple as helping a teammate or showing a grandparent how to use their phone. Watch the video for an overview of Developing Others, how this Agility can help at school, home, or a future job, and how to practice using this Agility.
February is Career & Technical Education Month
At The DeBruce Foundation, we value all K-12 teachers who prepare their students for bright futures. This month we want to give a shout-out specifically to Career & Technical Education (CTE) educators!
The DeBruce Foundation’s K-12 resources are designed to advance this important work by helping students connect their current skills and interests to future opportunities in high-demand careers.
CTE educators can visit our K-12 Career Literacy page to gain access to these free resources!
The DeBruce Foundation tools drive 99% completion in EvolveMe for teens nationwide
In 2024, activities from The DeBruce Foundation featured in American Student Assistance’s EvolveMe achieved a 99 percent completion rate, highlighting the value of career navigation tools like the Agile Work Profiler© and more. The EvolveMe platform offers teens over 180 career exploration tasks that nearly 2 million teens have interacted with.
“We’re grateful to partner with ASA and youth across the nation to expand career pathways for all,” said Dr. Leigh Anne Taylor Knight, Executive Director and COO of The DeBruce Foundation. Learn more about EvolveMe from ASA’s latest press release.
Board member spotlight: Dave Frantze’s dedication to expanding cancer care
Dave Frantze, a member of The DeBruce Foundation’s Board of Directors, was recently recognized by the KC Business Journal as one of the community’s biggest advocates in expanding cancer treatments.
His commitment, first motivated by a diagnosis in his family, even led to the treatment that would aid in his own survival against cancer years later.
We’re grateful for the many ways Dave makes our community better! Read the article to learn more about Dave’s impact.
Driving impact: The DeBruce Foundation leaders selected for premier leadership challenge
The DeBruce Foundation is proud to celebrate Jennifer Alvarez, Senior Director, and Kristie Larson, Strategic Relationship Manager, on their selection for the 2025 Greater Missouri Leadership Challenge!
As part of this distinguished program, Kristie and Jennifer will engage in leadership development, statewide symposiums, and critical discussions on Missouri’s economic and social landscape. We look forward to the insights they will gain and the impact they will bring back to our community.
From DeBruce Career Corps to Superbowl broadcasting
Former DeBruce Career Corps member Caroline Muth worked her third Super Bowl this February with TICO Productions, delivering high-quality Spanish sports broadcasting! She continues to make a name for herself in the sports media industry while advocating for more women to step into the roles they aspire to, reminding them that they belong in sports media.
Discover how high school and college students can develop professional, teamwork, and leadership skills to prepare for their future careers with Debruce Career Corps.
Positovely impacting others by using Agilities
In this month’s blog, Jenae Lee, DeBruce Career Corps member, reflects on the importance of Agilities in her role as a Certified Nurse Assistant. She discusses how using Agilities like Judging and Estimating and Serving and Caring allows her to better understand and empathize with nursing home residents.
“Despite the challenges that come with caregiving, it is incredibly rewarding. I cherish the connections I build with residents and the opportunity to make them feel heard and cared for.”
The DeBruce Foundation is hiring Strategic Communications Interns
The DeBruce Foundation is hiring its next class of Strategic Communications Interns for 2025! If you’re looking for mission-based work and want to represent a national nonprofit, this opportunity is for you.
Starting this summer, interns will gain meaningful experience in media relations, event coordination, public affairs, and more.
Use your voice to tell The DeBruce Foundation’s story—apply today!
Join us for a training
Are you looking for resources to build career pathways in your classroom, curriculum, or organization? Register now to explore our career tools and join us in expanding career opportunities!
3/4 Agilities Tour
3/4-5 Agilities Coach Training (Indiana)
3/11 Introduction to Agilities: Resources for Educators
3/18 Agilities Tour
3/21-22 Agilities Coach Training (KC)
4/1 Agilities Tour
