A Question of Bridges

Tom Vander Ark, one of Strive's Board of Directors, was asked to provide an expert response to an article in the National Journal on Thursday. Vander Ark eloquently explains the need for programs like Strive and describes why Strive's approach is so effective.

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Tom Vander Ark
Partner, Revolution Learning


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