Nurturing Future Talent: School and Nonprofit Collaboration to Provide Work-Based Learning Opportunities for High School Students
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
About this Event
Join the Illinois Education and Career Success Network on March 19, 10–11 a.m. for a free webinar.
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, it is crucial to equip high school students with the skills and experiences they need to succeed in their future careers. Work-based learning programs and internships have emerged as effective strategies to bridge the gap between classroom education and real-world work environments. At the same time, schools are juggling many priorities, and it can be challenging to engage external partners effectively to offer these services. During this session, participants will gain valuable insights into how two nonprofits partner with their school partners to provide career exploration experiences, internships, and virtual opportunities to engage with industry mentors. You will hear from Genesys Works and Junior Achievement of Central Illinois, along with their high school partners, about how they collaborate to design and implement inclusive and equitable experiences for students. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with practical strategies and resources on how to create strong partnerships to empower students to thrive in the workforce.
Presenters
- Maribel Moreno, Program Director Genesys Works – Chicago
- Nathan Binns, Cooperative Education/Work-Study Citywide Program Manager for Chicago Public Schools
- Angie Houck, Program Director, Junior Achievement of Central Illinois
- Mary Pille, President, Junior Achievement of Central Illinois
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