More and
more businesses are thinking “out of the box” and partnering
with their local school districts to reach an untapped marketing
audience….students, teachers, staff, parents, and community
members. Such is the case in Independence. Many local
businesses are finding true value in partnering with
Independence Local Schools. From mentoring, providing speakers,
internships, field trips or professional development to
underwriting technology, events, publications and naming rights
on facilities and grounds, there is a wide range of
opportunities for businesses to give of their time, talent,
energy and/or resources.
“The economic
well-being and desirability of a community are tied to the
quality of its public education. Good education is good for
business. Business-school partnerships improve the residents’
perceptions of the positive impact of business and education in
the local community,” says Superintendent Mr. David Laurenzi.
In addition to
many of the retail and restaurants in the area, other businesses
such as Liberty Lincoln Mercury, Emerald Group Credit Union,
Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Foundation,
Farmers Insurance are all helping Independence Local Schools
meet the growing challenges of preparing students to compete in
a global workplace.
“It is
critical that schools look at new ways to expand their resources
and work together with businesses,” says Charlene Paparizos, the
district’s business/community relations director. “At the same
time, schools open up a whole new audience for businesses
wishing to gain public awareness as a business that cares about
the quality of education in our community. In addition,
partnerships are a great morale booster for employees by showing
them they have made a difference in a child’s life. People like
doing business with businesses that support the future of our
society.”
If your
organization/business is interested in pursuing a
business/school partnership with Independence Local Schools,
please call 216/642-1256.
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