CAREER READINESS
At The EdVenture Group, we believe every student deserves the tools and opportunities to dream big and achieve even bigger. Our career readiness programs bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, empowering K-12 students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build their future.
Through hands-on experiences and partnerships with industry leaders, we equip students to explore their passions, set ambitious goals, and step into the workforce prepared to thrive. From career exploration to mentorship and practical skill development, we’re lighting the path to a brighter tomorrow—starting today. Together, we’re shaping a generation of dreamers, doers, and leaders.
WV CAREERS is a collaborative effort to advance career readiness and workforce development for rural students by piloting a comprehensive, evidence-based strategy that creates pathways in high-growth, high-need industries like advanced manufacturing, education, entrepreneurship and innovation, hospitality and tourism, and social services, beginning as early as eighth grade.
WV CAREERS offers a multitude of unique learning opportunities for students, educators, and broader community to engage with and advance career readiness efforts across the state of West Virginia. Check out our current project portfolio below and sign up for our CAREERS mailing list for regular updates on newly launching initiatives and resources.

ELEVATE CTE is a dynamic virtual community of practice that brings together West Virginia educators to reimagine and advance Career and Technical Education (CTE) and career readiness across the state.

The CLEAR Community of Practice (CoP) is designed to deepen middle school educators’ understanding of the importance of providing career readiness learning opportunities before high school, in addition to the critical role transferable skills play in preparing students for future success.

The Student Innovators Initiative is a statewide leadership and engagement program designed to amplify student voice and strengthen the relevance of career education across West Virginia.