Connecting Leaders. Inspiring Student Success.

The Partners in Education Lunch brings together business, education, and community leaders who believe strong schools build strong communities.

Through literacy initiatives, STEM and life skills experiences, educator support, and student recognition programs, CCEF helps fill critical gaps impacting students and classrooms across Cabarrus County.

Join us for an inspiring lunch celebrating the power of partnership and the impact we can make together.

Cindy Moss Returns to Continue the Conversation

Cindy Moss energized our Partners in Education Lunch audience last year—and people are still talking about her powerful message. This year, she returns to take the conversation one step further.

Cindy will explore how education and industry can work together through STEM to connect classroom learning with real-world careers, local opportunities, and the skills students need for the future.

Her message will bring to life the next chapter of CCEF’s work through STEM CONNECT and emerging industry pathways—creating opportunities for students to solve authentic challenges, learn alongside professionals, explore careers, and discover where their education can take them.

Don’t miss Part Two of this important conversation.

Last year, she inspired us.
This year, she’ll challenge us to turn inspiration into action.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Celebrating Excellence in Education

Each year during the Partners in Education Lunch, CCEF presents the Grace Mynatt Award of Excellence to recognize an educator whose passion, innovation, and dedication are creating meaningful impact for students and schools across Cabarrus County.

Named in honor of CCEF founder Grace Mynatt, this award celebrates educators who inspire student success and strengthen our community.

Organizations interested in supporting this special recognition opportunity are encouraged to contact CCEF for additional information.