Launched in the spring of 1997, this project benefits both teachers and businesses. Key partners include the Chamber of Commerce and Lincoln Regional Hospital. Teachers who are interested in summer employment are given applications which are then shared with employers interested in hiring temporary summer help. Teachers gain an understanding of employer needs which they can share with their students to better prepare them for the work force.
Employers have an opportunity to provide input into the curriculum in the public schools.
Additionally, teachers earn extra income and businesses have access to a qualified pool of temporary employees. Approximately twelve teachers participated in the pilot year of 1997. Double that number have indicated interest for the summer of 1998. Employers are very interested in the project.