Champions of success

Champions of success Event celebrates supporters of Bright Futures Umpqua, STEAM There were STEAM-related tools and toys to tinker with, tasty food and presentations. But the highlight of the first-ever Partner Celebration Dinner was the chance to recognize and honor the dozens of champions who are working in

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Modern and meaningful

Modern and meaningful Partnerships celebrated during Manufacturing Month By Gwen Soderberg-Chase Each year, on the first Friday in October, we celebrate Manufacturing Day. Some industry leaders have expanded this celebration of modern manufacturing careers to last throughout October, and Douglas County Partners for Student Success followed that lead

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Engines of inspiration

Engines of inspiration Ford and RHS celebrate auto program partnership In its second year at Roseburg High School, the automotive program is already churning out employable graduates who can also serve as role models for younger students. During the recent Ford TechDrive Month event at the school’s auto

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Creating links

Creating links State leaders seek to promote partnership between education, business Leaders from around Oregon gathered recently to discuss how business and education representatives are partnering to advance opportunities for underserved youth in the areas of career and technical education and STEAM thinking. The Oregon Community Foundation, the

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