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The Network introduces profession based learning and the educational model developed by the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) to educators and entrepreneurs. We explore the 5 CAPS Core Values through conversations with stakeholders, partners and community members.

12/10/2025

Episode 104 - Wildfire

In this episode of The Network, we sit down with Deonne Christensen, CEO of Mazuma Credit Union, to explore how a spark of partnership can grow into something much bigger. Deonne and Corey share the story of Mazuma’s long-standing relationship with CAPS programs across the Kansas City metro—and how that collaboration has become a true wildfire of opportunity for students, educators, and industry partners alike. In Mazuma’s robust internship experiences students jump into meaningful projects, build real confidence, and get a firsthand look at what a supportive, people-centered workplace can look like. Deonne also talks about why durable skills like communication, adaptability, collaboration, problem-solving are not just “nice to have,” but absolutely essential in today’s workforce. The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

40 min
11/26/2025

Episode 103 - Continuous Failure Pedogogy

In this episode, we talk with Jeremy Smith, founder of Pega6, a new alternative to traditional higher education for students pursuing software development and product management careers. Built on experiential learning—much like the CAPS model—Pega6 skips the lectures and accelerates students into real-world work. Jeremy shares how Blue Valley CAPS became the proving ground for Pega6, with students helping beta test and shape the curriculum. He also dives into the new era of hands-on, tech-driven learning means for young people. Find out more about Pega6: https://www.pega6.com/ Connect with Jeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyasmith/ The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

45 min
11/12/2025

Episode 102 - Keep Banging the Drum

The message could not be clearer, according to Jean Eddy: young people must be given the chance to know themselves deeply and to explore widely in order to find their place in the world. Eddy, Executive Chair and Advisory to the Board of Directors at American Student Assistance (ASA), shares her story and call to action in this episode. Read Eddy's Book: Crisis-Proofing Today’s Learners: Reimagining Career Education to Prepare Kids for Tomorrow’s World The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

45 min
10/29/2025

Episode 101 - Where Everybody Knows Your Name

"The barrier to innovation is ourselves." Dr. Gillian Chapman joins Corey to talk about Dr. Chapman's career journey and the challenges facing innovative education today. Dr. Chapman is the new Superintendent of Blue Valley School District in Overland Park, KS. Listen in as Dr. Chapman shares her excitement about deeper engagement not only in her district but across all districts. The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

52 min
10/15/2025

Episode 100 - History

The Network podcast is 100 episodes old!! To celebrate the 100th episode of our podcast about all things entrepreneurial, innovative and education we bring you a conversation with Dr. Tom Trigg. Dr. Trigg is the person who started it all. Through his vision and leadership the concept of CAPS was born! In this episode, Dr. Trigg shares stories Corey didn't even know about the early years of the original CAPS program. Look how far we've come! And look how far we get to go next. The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

53 min
09/30/2025

Episode 99 - Transparent, Authentic and Real

Meet Kate Parsons, the newest member of the CAPS Network team! In this conversation, Kate shares her journey from teacher to principal at Da Vinci Schools to nonprofit founder of Portal Learning. Now serving as Chief Strategy Officer, she brings a passion for authentic, career-connected learning experiences and a pragmatic approach to sustainable growth. Kate and Corey discuss the challenges of scaling while maintaining the human-centered culture that makes CAPS special, the power of employer ecosystems, and why students need experiences that are real—not simulated. The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

38 min
09/17/2025

Episode 98 - Camp I.M.P.A.C.T.

The Network is back with another packed season! We're kicking off this season talking with our good friends at Oconomowoc CAPS in Oconomowoc, WI: Danielle Bukal and Michael Krill. You've heard about their incredible efforts to get their student deeply engaged in Pro-BL. In this episode Mike and Danielle share their implementation of Camp I.M.P.A.C.T. in which CAPS students experience a professional onboarding that prepares them for life. The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

43 min
05/08/2025

Episode 97 - Turn Uncertainty Into Clarity

Corey is chatting with Daniel Gray from Uplift Education about helping students find their path. Gray shares how Uplift's Texas charter schools are flipping the script on traditional education by connecting 23,000+ students with real-world experiences. Their standout healthcare high school partnership with Baylor Scott & White has kids wearing scrubs, working in simulation labs, and getting hands-on with professionals. The conversation digs into why those "what am I doing with my life?" moments in high school and college are so tough, and how giving students earlier career exposure makes learning more fun and futures more clear. It's all about turning those question marks into confidence! The Network is all about discovering the CAPS Model. The CAPS Network is a 501(c)3 supporting over 130 programs, in 20+ states and 4 countries. CAPS reimagines education to be a learner centered, profession based experience that catapults young people into passion and purpose. CAPS is going where students lead. Find us! Twitter: @capsnet LinkedIn: CAPS Network Facebook: CAPS Network Instagram: @capsnetwork

37 min

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The Network introduces profession based learning and the educational model developed by the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) to educators and entrepreneurs. We explore the 5 CAPS Core Values through conversations with stakeholders, partners and community members.

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The CAPS Network
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2019 - 2025
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107
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