Update (June 7 @ 5:20 a.m.)
A local school and business partnership was the focus of a television segment Sunday on Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick.
Batesville Community School Corporation Superintendent Jim Roberts and Tool & Die President and CEO Jody Fledderman discussed the venture that’s gaining statewide attention.
The program prepares high school students for a career in Advanced Manufacturing. Upon completion of the 2-year program, a student could nearly gain an associate’s degree through Ivy Tech by the time of high school graduation.
If you missed the television segment Sunday it is not too late as you can watch it here >>
First Report (June 6 @ 6:30 a.m.)
The partnership between Batesville High School, Ivy Tech and local companies is getting more attention statewide.
Batesville Schools Superintendent Dr. Jim Roberts and Jody Fledderman, president and chief executive officer of Batesville Tool & Die, will appear on Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick.
The program will air on WTHR Channel 13 at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 8.
The focus will be on the mentorship and career opportunities offered to high school students through the school and business partnership.
Students that take part in the program have an opportunity to gain a Core 40 High School Diploma, earn post-secondary credits toward an Ivy Tech Associate’s Degree, and get “on the job” technical training.
Area businesses currently partnering with BHS and Ivy Tech include Batesville Tool & Die, Hillenbrand, Inc., Hill-Rom, Heartwood Manufacturing, and Virtus, Inc.
