The NAF Network

NAF encircles students with a network of support. The NAF Network links the interests and assets of people with direct impact on career-based learning opportunities.

• Students: Over 50,000 students are served each year-some who are already focused on their futures, others who are seeking direction and guidance toward a career.
• Board of Directors: NAF's success linking business, education and government leaders is largely due to efforts of an active, dedicated Board of Directors.  NAF's board provides major financial support, guidance on strategic development and program expansion.
• Academy program directors and teachers: Responsible for the day-to-day management of Academies.
• School administrators: District superintendents, high school principals and guidance counselors play a critical part in institutionalizing the program within the community.
• Business and government partners: Provide financial contributions and paid student internships, while mentoring students and teachers and sharing industry expertise.
• Alumni: NAF graduates remain actively involved with alumni associations, and serve as mentors, internship supervisors and guest speakers for current Academy students.
• National staff: Provides ongoing support for program quality nationwide. Regional Consultants supplement NAF's core leadership by assisting local Academies.

Annual conferences, regional meetings and online resources from the NAF Network support teacher professionalism and help educators become proficient in the NAF curriculum.

NAF bridges the worlds of business and academia, providing learning opportunities for teachers in the workplace and for business people in the classroom, while forging a national network of supportive peers.