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How Chicago Pathways Are Bridging Passion and Possibility

What happens when the ingenuity of the artist meets the drive of the entrepreneur? How do we ensure every learner can access pathways that blend creativity, agency and passion? From Expression to Enterpriseย on October 6-7, 2026, is designed to answer these questions by illuminating a connected learning ecosystem.ย We will explore how the creative process and expressive mindsetโ€”shared by artists and foundersโ€”are the essential vehicle for growth and adaptable skills in the age of AI.ย This is an invitation to fully immerse yourself in the Chicago ecosystem, showcasing how innovative, co-designed pathways are bridging the gap between education and emerging workforce demands, fostering inclusivity and forward-thinking strategies.

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Logistics

Venue:

  • Oct 6: Welcome + Networking Event at Bar Tabu | 401 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60642
  • Oct 7: School Visits + Sessions based out of mHub | 1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612

Hotel: We will be booking a room block at a nearby hotel. Please standby.

Agenda

Tuesday, October 6


4:30-5:00pm Arrival + Check-In

5:00-6:00pm Welcome

6:00-7:30pm Dinner + Drinks / Networking

Wednesday, October 7


8:00-8:30am Coffee / Pastries + Check-In

8:30-9:15am Opening Session

  • Including school visit overview + look-fors

9:15am-12:00pm School Site Visits

  • 9:15-10:00am Load shuttles and travel to sites
  • 10:00-11:15am Site visits
  • 11:15am-12:00pm Load shuttles and travel back to venue

12:00-12:45pm Lunch

1:00-2:45 pm Breakout Sessions

1:00-1:45pm (15 min panel, 30 min workshop)

2:00-2:45pm (15 min panel, 30 min workshop)

3:00-3:20pm Closing Session


Who Should Attend?

  1. K-12 and postsecondary educator leaders who wish to share and learn
  2. School counselors, advisors and student support staff who wish to better connect students to pathways, credentials and community-based opportunities.
  3. Local and regional business and industry leaders who wish to explore opportunities for partnerships
  4. Service and impact organizations looking to expand their reach or better understand how to support schools and districts

We especially welcome those not yet engaged in pathways / unbundled systems work and interested in exploring whatโ€™s possible!


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