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<title><![CDATA[Michael Herrera]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>I lead education systems that connect learning to real careers by aligning education, industry, and policy with workforce demand. As Executive Director of Upper Bucks County Technical School and ACTE Region I Vice President and Board Member, I work at the intersection of career-connected learning, workforce alignment, and education innovation to strengthen talent pipelines and expand opportunity.</p>
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<p>My work spans local implementation and national governance, ensuring policy, practice, and outcomes remain aligned.</p>
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<p>My leadership focuses on: – Designing career-connected education systems aligned to regional and national labor market needs – Expanding access to industry-recognized credentials and postsecondary pathways – Advancing workforce-aligned curriculum grounded in Universal Design for Learning – Building partnerships with employers, higher education, and policymakers to scale impact.</p>
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<p>I have testified before legislative bodies, chaired regional and national convenings, and led initiatives recognized as best practices for preparing learners—across backgrounds—for meaningful careers and long-term economic mobility.</p>
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<p>My goal is simple: ensuring every learner graduates with purpose, opportunity, and a clear connection between education and the world of work.</p>
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