The Franklin Public Schools Office of Teaching and Learning and Franklin High School recently welcomed community partners together to reflect on the success of the Senior Project internship experience and continue planning for the district’s innovative 100-hour Career Pathways Internship Program.
The meeting brought together representatives from a wide range of industries, including biotechnology (MRN Diagnostics), banking and finance (Dean Bank), nonprofit organizations (YMCA, Franklin Senior Center, One8 Foundation), and manufacturing sectors (Allegra Marketing/Printing). The collaborative conversation focused on strengthening partnerships, expanding opportunities for students, and continuing to connect classroom learning with real-world career experiences.
The Career Pathways Internship Program provides students with meaningful, hands-on experiences aligned to their interests and future goals, including pathways in health care and business & finance. Through these experiences, students gain valuable professional skills, industry exposure, and authentic workplace learning opportunities.
District leaders and community partners shared ideas for future growth and discussed plans to continue expanding internship opportunities for Franklin High School students. Additional updates and information about the program will be shared in the coming months.
Special thanks to Eric Stark, Elizabeth Morrison, Tina Rogers, Maria Weber, Nicole Hafele, Franklin High School Math Department Head, and Jennifer Curley, Franklin High School Science Department Head, for their leadership and ongoing commitment to developing innovative learning opportunities for students.
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