The Ohio Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation provides funding for high school students who intern with employers in technology-based positions. BB2C was selected to be the intermediary for this program for 25 counties in Southeastern Ohio. The program reimburses employers for hosting high school interns in technology-focused positions.

"I'm so excited to give our students the chance to do something student-led," expressed [a] participant. "I'm learning that our students don't get many opportunities to be pushed like this, so I think they're going to be excited for the freedom and change of pace!"

Real World Problem Scenario envisions a future where students not only grasp theoretical concepts in the classroom but also apply them in real-world settings.

Our School Year 2023 (September 2022 - August 2023) Annual Report looks back on the amazing collaborations, partnerships, and outcomes.

The BB2C Network Team uses asset mapping with school, business, and community leaders interested in bridging the gap between education and emoyment in different counties in Appalachia.

Welcome to our Emily Bentley, our Education Engagement Specialist, and Jenna Stewart, our Career Pathways Specialist.

“Under the Washington, D.C. sun, a sense of achievement reverberated as the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) celebrated the graduation of 39 fellows from across Appalachia's 13 states. The 2023 class emerged from a transformative nine-month journey through the Appalachian Leadership Institute, sparking hope for their communities.”

We hope you’ll join us at our 2023 Community & Career Connected Learning Summit to explore the power of collaborative relationships in bridging the gap between education & employment.

Two different 8th-grade combined math/science classes were given two different real-world problems identified by local businesses. The solutions they came up with were innovative!

Hear from businesses and organizations and students about the impact of high school internships. Story 3/4.

Finding what they like, and what they don't like, allows students to have a clearer picture of their future.

Calling students, businesses, schools, and communities! We have paid internship opportunities available for high school students.

Our third annual community and career connected learning Summit this month showcased community and career connected learning.

BB2C continues to expand our network. This summer, we connected with public officials from the state and regional level.

The BB2C Network is working to bring additional resources to Washington County and beyond, including more high school internship opportunities for BECAs, schools, and businesses.