elementary school, and the creation of a flexible day program where students can choose morning or afternoon sessions that fit around their work schedules while still receiving in person instruction. “There are 70 kids currently enrolled,” Kornegay reports. Once the building renovations for Lake Technical College are complete, we plan to open enrollment for the afternoon or evening classes allowing students the opportunity to dual-enroll in a workforce program while earning their high school diploma.” Lake Technical College has joined the initiative by co-locating workforce training programs on the same site. This allows students to earn a high school diploma while also dual enrolling in technical programs. Thomas highlights that the model not only benefits high school students but also expands access for adults in the southern part of the county, who previously had to travel long distances for training. LEARNING FOR LIFE For Lake County Schools, the goal is to ensure every student receives high quality instruction, and achieves mastery of skills that will carry them into the future. Too often in schools, we focus on the teaching of the standard. However, it is vitally important that we shift the focus on students are learning, making sure that every student is learning the standard being taught,” Kornegay reflects. “We are tracking student progress to ensure that they are able to achieve those goals, standard by standard, student by student, because that is what’s going to help them to find success whether they plan to go to college, the military and or the workforce.” When it comes to education, the rewards are often personal. “The most rewarding part is watching students literally change their lives in front of our eyes,” says Thomas.“Helping them find that pathway, reach their goals, and become self-sustaining is really the highlight of the work that we do.” 17 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09 LAKE COUNTY SCHOOLS
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