The classroom creates an authentic business and retail environment. Students learn to work independently and collaboratively to analyze and solve problems. Field trips and guest speakers provide additional program enhancements. Team players Problem solvers Organized Respectful Professional A mathematics credit and English credit are embedded into the program and second-year apprenticeships in banking and finance are available to students who demonstrate advanced skills and initiative. In addition, ten-key skills, resume writing, interviewing techniques, and developing and presenting a business plan prepare students to productively contribute and eventually manage a business or organization.
Students manage and staff the school store.
This includes operation of an electronic cash register, inventory control and management, and store promotions. An in-school financial institution, such as a bank or credit union that would serve students, faculty and others, is proposed for the Fall of 2000. Students, with guidance from instructors, generate and implement community service projects. Career Academy Opportunity and Rewards The Center for Technology and the Burlington Technical Center are jointly offering a business career academy. Students participating in the academy attend classes once a week at Trinity College and learn with a college mentor.