The Longwood School-Business Partnership is an alliance among businesses, educators, parents, community members, and students for the purpose of developing career awareness and preparedness to meet the demands of the 21st century.
The School-Business Partnership meets several times during the school year. In addition to its general meetings, it is a sponsor of Career Day and Shadow Day. The School-Business Partnership is always looking for new members and ideas to bring information about careers to the students of Longwood.
The members of the Partnership develop projects that will help students see a connection between what they are learning in school and how it is used in the workplace. Some of these projects include:
Who is involved in the longwood school-business partnership?
The Partnership consists of:
Students, parents, and educators
Technology and computer firms
Financial institutions
Local merchants
Community and regional newspapers
Governmental offices
Insurance companies
Many more!
Why should I become involved?
Direct link to potential employees
Input as to the skills needed in the workplace
Motivation of staff
Community name recognition
Enhanced corporate image
Direct line of communication to parents, students, and community members
Eligibility to become a member of the Workforce Builders Honor Roll (link if there’s a page on LI Works site??)
If you are interested in learning more about becoming a member of the School-Business Partnership, please contact the School-to-Career Coordinator at (631) 345-9294.
We hope you can join us at one of our meetings this year!