Local teacher business boot camp returning

NORWALK — This summer, teachers, administrators, career coaches and school counselors from districts in Huron County will have the opportunity to participate in the fifth-annual teacher business boot camp. Those representing the Huron County Growth Partnership and North Point Educational Service Center are organizing this program. This program will show educators what really goes on behind the scenes in the manufacturing, health care, professional services and construction sectors of the county. Participants will gain first-hand experience about the rewarding careers available in these industry sectors of Huron County and the skills students need to obtain and retain these positions. The five-day boot camp experience includes a kickoff orientation, interactive tours of Huron County companies paired with conversational lunches alongside industry leaders and a final wrap-up with participant presentations. It's all designed to provide educators with meaningful, real-world insights into the local workforce. Educators who are selected for participation in the boot camp will receive the following benefits: • Three graduate-level credits from Ashland University; This is a $540 savings being funded through a generous workforce development grant by the State of Ohio. • Materials to use in the classroom based upon information learned throughout the week; All educators will be required to create a project/unit to use with students during the 2026-27 school year. • Instruction and guidance from top-level professionals at participating businesses, North Point and the partnership The cost for each participant is only $50 for this dynamic five-day experience. The deadline to apply is July 10 Educators can apply by visiting huroncountyohio.com/huron-county-teacher-business-bootcamp-returns-for-2026.