Land of Lincoln CEO Deadline for 2020-21 enrollment March 6th

 

[February 24, 2020] 

LINCOLN - The CEO program of Land of Lincoln is now accepting applications for students who are interested in participating in next year’s CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) program. Students of all skill sets from all surrounding cities and counties have the opportunity to be successful in this class, so long as they are hard-working, trustworthy, and willing to take on an exciting challenge.

In the past five years, juniors and seniors from Lincoln Community High School, Mount Pulaski High School, Hartsburg-Emden High School, Olympia High School, Illini Central High School, Greenview High School, and Williamsville-Sherman as well as homeschooled individuals have participated in the CEO program.

The Land of Lincoln CEO class is more than a business class. It is a discovery learning course that offers high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to immerse themselves in a dynamic and authentic learning environment tied to the challenges and opportunities in the local community.

The LLCEO students have completed a team badge business using Facebook ads, is bringing their Dancing Through the Decades dinner and dance, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 29, to fruition and will then move toward solo businesses just this school year.

CEO connects students to community leaders through business visits and guest speaking opportunities, but more importantly challenges them to become great communicators and networkers, problem solvers, and creative thinkers. The discovery learning environment has two culminating experiences for program participants: a team-built class business and a trade show which showcases the individually designed business. The success of CEO is reflected in the development of essential skills and an expansive, long-lasting network of community members and business owners.

The deadline for applications is March 6, with letters of recommendation due March 13. Please go to www.landof lincolnceo.com  or see a school guidance counselor for further information.

[Jennifer Keith]