(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Educators and business leaders in Southern Colorado are collaborating to enhance the school-to-career pipeline, addressing staffing shortages in critical fields.
The meeting, held at Vista Ridge High School in Colorado Springs, brought together industry leaders and educators from 15 school districts to develop strategies for preparing students for future careers.
“We’re really preparing students to be the best individuals as we’re preparing them to be graduates within our community and productive citizens,” said Emily Sherwood, a post-secondary workforce specialist.
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center is actively involved in creating pathways for students to explore their career interests early on, helping them prepare for the workforce.
Amber Sweet from Colorado Springs Utilities emphasized the importance of students completing their resumes early to get a head start in their careers.
Bob Gemignani from the Pikes Peak Education and Alliance highlighted the need to fill gaps in fields like cybersecurity, nursing, and IT, which have been experiencing staffing shortages.
The event included advisory boards from various sectors, such as health sciences, advanced manufacturing, IT, and the arts, to ensure that educational programs align with industry needs.
By fostering direct connections between educators and industry leaders, Southern Colorado aims to equip students with the skills needed to succeed in the workforce, addressing critical staffing shortages in the region.
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