Initiate programs together - partnerships, Cooperative Work Experience, internships, mentoring, Job Shadowing, etc. Showcase your current programs to industry. Have students present activities. Share your success and frustrations with industry. Apply for grants.
Business can no longer afford to ignore the educational system.
Partnerships must be formed today for Long Island's economic survival. It is with their help that we can best prepare our students with the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for the 21st century. Survey your staff to identify in which school districts they reside. Develop a plan of action on how your corporation can reach out to those school districts. Make a list of resources you can share with the schools.