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     A business partnership with schools can have a long and lasting benefit on the success of the community and the school system. Businesses that include work-based learning programs or partner with schools can help build their businesses and meet long term employment goals. There are many ways a business can support local schools and partner with them including the creation of work based apprenticeship programs or donations to drive school development. Let’s dive into how businesses can make this connection and how exactly this can benefit them long term.

     How Can Business Support Local Schools

     The first great option for how businesses can support local schools is through donations. Donating to school efforts help drive development of their programs and help them get supplies they may need. Donations to local schools and partnership programs like GPSEd allow businesses to see the impact firsthand, and they often return the favor and make it a point to support high schools is to begin an alliance that will help students in their career development.

     Many schools have students that are looking for a way to get work experience during their education or pursuance of their career interest. Businesses often offer manufacturing apprenticeships and internships to get these students in the door. Not only is this great or exciting for these students, the business can also benefit. This is a great way to support schools in their goal to help every student succeed.

     How Does Businesses Benefit?

     So, what’s in it for the business you may ask? Although this is a great opportunity for schools to help their students, businesses can also reap the benefits of the partnership. Involvement in the local community is already a benefit for businesses to spread awareness of their services and brand name. With schools in particular, businesses can gain long term, knowledgeable employees. Overall, businesses can benefit from partnership with schools by filling various positions, creating a great impression on your community and gain awareness for the business.