Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Courtney Fauss
Fauss, Courtney
Senior Director of Programs and Engagement
Fresh off earning her bachelor's degree from Arizona State University (go Sun Devils!), Courtney Fauss kicked off her career in higher education at Northern Arizona University, where she cultivated a passion for college attainment and student success as a Senior Academic Advisor. Courtney's journey with Earn to Learn began in October 2019 when she joined as a Success Coach, leveraging her enthusiasm for the program to develop expertise in enrolling and supporting new students pursuing higher education. Driven by an unyielding thirst for knowledge, Courtney ascended through the ranks at Earn to Learn, now holding the role of Senior Director of Programs and Engagement. In this capacity, she feels empowered to steer Earn to Learn toward its full growth potential by amplifying its message and securing new resources for students. Courtney serves as the catalyst for numerous community partnerships and consistently endeavors to expand Earn to Learn's affiliations to better serve students. One significant evolution under her guidance is the program's expansion into 2-year degrees, certificates, and short-term credentials, reflecting Courtney's belief in the value of diverse post-secondary paths and their collective contribution to the broader community. As Earn to Learn's resident employee in Flagstaff, Courtney revels in the beauty of the outdoors and embraces the rarity of experiencing all four seasons in Arizona. Her cherished moments are spent with her husband and two wonderful sons, creating a balance between professional passion and personal joy.
Sessions:
5502: CTE & Financial Literacy: Building Career & Postsecondary Success
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Interdisciplinary
- School Counseling
Career readiness isn’t just about knowing where you want to go—it’s about being prepared to get there. This session showcases how embedding financial literacy and the Earn to Learn model into CTE programs can boost student engagement, confidence, and long-term success. Participants will explore digital tools, advising frameworks, and partnership strategies that elevate career literacy while fostering responsible savings behaviors and informed decision-making. We will share examples of how Arizona schools and partners are leveraging matched savings, scholarship alignment, and early financial education to help students access postsecondary pathways with reduced debt and more clarity about their future.
