Hello NAF Network! Welcome our educators that are getting back to school this month! It was a pleasure to see those who were able to join us in Orlando for NAF Next 2024. Click here to access our NAF Next Photos! We look forward to seeing you in Denver for NAF Next 2025.
Though the Quality Process officially launches September 13 with the opening of data collection, please take an early look at our updated resources regarding the Quality Center process. These include the following:
What’s new in the Academy Assessment
Key Dates
Sample Academy Assessment
To access the homepage, click here
NAFTrack Students is all new for SY 24-25!
We have redesigned it from the ground up. The new design is built around NAF’s approach to Outcomes-Drive Work-Based Learning. We have intentionally designed the system to help students develop in their pursuit of skills, aspirations and connections.
Teachers – be on the lookout for our NAFTrack lesson plan – it can be used for full class periods or be broken into mutiple smaller class activities. This will introduce your students to the new system as well as give them opportunity to build their profile, identify career aspirations and begin to identify their professional network. We will announce it on the ASH homepage with a direct link once it is posted.
We have also created a number of resources for educators. You can find those in the ASH Support Library here - https://ash.naf.org/public/learning-center.academy-practices
If you have any questions, please reach out to NAF Support at support@naf.org
In an increased effort to better protect your data, NAF will now require multi-factor authentication (MFA) to reduce your risk. MFA is an identity and access management security method that requires multiple forms of identification to access data. Linked below is a step by step tutorial of how to set up MFA within your NAF Account.
Multi-Factor Authentication Tutorial
WBL “To Do” Items for August
If you haven’t already done so, add the information in NAFTrack Educators under “Manage Internships” for students completing an internship, mentored industry project, clinical experience, or apprenticeship/youth apprenticeship this summer. If you had students in NAF’s National Partner Internship Program (NPIP), a NAF staff member will enter that information.
Finalize your WBL activities for this fall semester (and ideally, have your spring semester activities mapped out). You can begin entering anything you have planned into the WBL Participation Tracker.
WBL Participation Tracker has reset for 2024-25
When you visit the landing page for the WBL Participation Tracker, you’ll notice that all your dashboards will now say “0” for activities and students. This is because the 2023-24 year has officially closed for data entry and has shifted to 2024-25. You can always go back and look at previous years’ data by clicking on the button for a particular year.
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is offering a special discount for NAF Academy teachers and administrators who would like to attend the PLTW Summit 2024. The conference occurs Oct. 3-5, 2024 in San Diego, CA or virtually from wherever you’re most comfortable. With inspiring keynotes, interactive breakout sessions, and opportunities to network and learn, it’s a can’t-miss conference for STEM educators looking for professional growth. Use code NAF when registering to receive a $100 discount for NAF members!
Discover incredible career opportunities with leading industry partners! NAF is proud to collaborate with leading industry leading companies which may include RTX, Lenovo, KPMG, Verizon, World Wide Technology, Delta Dental, Marriott International, UnitedHealth Group, Infosys, Verizon, and the Fund II Foundation to offer our alumni access to prestigious college internships, leadership programs, and scholarships. We invite you to join our upcoming webinar on August 22nd to hear from our partners directly and how you can leverage your unique position as a NAF alum to secure these exciting opportunities. Select partners may also offer guidance on navigating their online portals, resume reviews, and mock interviews. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to build meaningful connections with some of the most prominent organizations in the country.
To join, please click here to register
Need technical support? Get that support in one of three ways:
Email support@naf.org for assistance with technical issues. For quick resolutions, please include Academy ID. Screenshots are also helpful for reference when experiencing a technical issue.
Find the ? button on the bottom right screen of any Academy Support Hub (ASH) page and submit a ticket for help or to schedule office hours for training and extended support.
In Academy Support Hub (ASH), click on Learning Center, then on Academy Support. Search "Support Library” articles for help on your issue.
