What’s New
Seniors Share How Internships Change Trajectory of Life After High School
Partnering with Northern Kane County Region 110 and Elgin Community College, Alignment hosted its first Internship Recognition Breakfast for all organizations hosting summer interns in 2024. More than 100 guests attended the event at ECC with 41 organizations honored for hosting the 146 students that participated in the program during 2024
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Alignment Welcomes New Elgin Neighborhood Network Facilitator
Alignment Collaborative for Education is pleased to announce the addition of Parker Thompson as the Elgin Neighborhood Network (ENN) facilitator as it expands the ENN focus to include additional community needs such as public health, food and nutrition, housing, transportation, and education, as well as continuation of future workforce development initiatives.
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Happy Holidays to our business, community and school partners!
Your time and talents are critical to the success of Alignment’s work as we launch programs throughout school districts U-46, 300, and 301.
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Robert (Bob) Malm recognized by the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce
The Alignment Collaborative for Education (Alignment) nominated Bob Malm as one of the Elgin Area Chamber’s Volunteer of the Year at the annual Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce Thanksgiving recognition held on November 26, 2024 at Elgin Community College. Bob and his wife Carolyn have been role models of the community for over a decade.
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Giving Thanks for Our Partners
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support and partnership. Your continued commitment has made a significant impact, and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
Wishing you a joyous and peaceful Thanksgiving filled with warmth and happiness!
Zurich Hosts Second Annual Tour for U-46 Students
Approximately 80 students from Bartlett, Larkin, and Streamwood high schools spent the day at Zurich touring the company’s headquarters and learning about its apprenticeship programs. Previous U-46 graduates currently working for Zurich served as tour guides for the event, along with JA and Zurich employees leading workshops in “It’s My Future”.
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