Defined in New York
Defined connects classrooms to careers through deeper learning. Our vision is to transform learning environments where every student discovers their potential through authentic learning experiences that bridge education and future success. Explore how the Defined ecosystem aligns with and supports career-connected deeper learning in New York!
Alignment with New York
Defined’s content aligns with the New York State Learning Standards by helping bridge classroom content with authentic career applications, enabling students to develop and transfer knowledge while building essential future-ready skills.
Our ecosystem of career-connected deeper learning resources supports New York’s Next Generation Learning Standards, the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Learning Standards, and the state’s emphasis on Portrait of a Graduate attributes. We provide schools and districts with high-quality content and an integrated assessment system that helps set and measure Portrait of a Graduate goals ensuring students are prepared for success in postsecondary education, careers, and civic life.
Career-Connected Learning
Defined’s comprehensive career-connected learning platform supports the implementation of New York’s CDOS Learning Standards, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program Areas, and the state’s broader vision for college, career, and civic readiness. Our ecosystem empowers schools and districts to deepen career exploration, foster student engagement, and align instruction with New York’s priority industry sectors and workforce needs.
Defined features hands-on, minds-on projects that span all CTE program areas and career clusters, immersing students in authentic industry scenarios that build real-world skills and foster deeper learning. Students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills while gaining exposure to career opportunities empowering them to make informed choices about college, career, and life after high school.
In alignment with New York’s Perkins V State Plan, the CDOS Commencement Credential, and the Multiple Pathways to Graduation initiative, Defined provides students with opportunities to explore career pathways and postsecondary options, ensuring equitable access to meaningful, future-ready experiences. Our resources help students demonstrate the knowledge and competencies required to meet CDOS standards and graduation requirements.
Additionally, Defined enhances Work-Based Learning (WBL) opportunities across the state by connecting classroom learning to authentic workplace experiences. By supporting New York’s Work-Based Learning Continuum, our platform strengthens district efforts to expand internships, job shadowing, and project-based simulations that reinforce employability skills. These experiences directly support the College, Career, and Civic Readiness Index (CCCRI), preparing all learners to enter the workforce with confidence, adaptability, and the skills demanded by New York’s evolving economy.
Computer Science & STEM
From artificial intelligence to sustainable technologies, New York’s rapidly evolving economy demands strong computer science and STEM skills. Defined helps educators prepare K–12 students for these high-demand, high-growth fields through career-connected deeper learning experiences that bridge academic concepts with real-world applications.
Defined’s engaging projects support the implementation of the New York State Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards and align with the state’s STEM Strategic Goals, which emphasize access, equity, and excellence in STEM education at all grade levels. Our content engages students in meaningful exploration of computer science and STEM disciplines—including computing, engineering, scientific practices, and data analysis—while empowering them to think critically, solve complex problems, and envision their place in New York’s future workforce.
By integrating career awareness with technical skill development, Defined helps schools and districts advance state priorities such as equitable access to high-quality STEM education, expansion of career pathways, and preparation for postsecondary opportunities in New York’s priority industry sectors. This alignment ensures that all students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in college, careers, and civic life.
Partnerships in New York
Computer Programmer: App Designer
Backpack Designer
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Veterinary Assistant
Wildlife Biologist: Bats
Students step into the role of a wildlife biologist studying bats. Acting as an expert, students explore the important role bats play in the environment while working to dispel common myths about these fascinating and beneficial creatures. Students will also explain how bats use echolocation to navigate and survive. Their ultimate goal: to get the public excited about welcoming bats into the neighborhood!
Biomedical Engineers
Food Truck Entrepreneur
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Game Designer
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