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 “It’s
never been easier for students to apply. Everything can be completed
right from your phone. Applicants receive text messages with
instructions and reminders throughout the process,” said class
Facilitator, Lisa Kuhlman.
CEO (“Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities”) is a year-long,
experiential learning-based course. Throughout the program year,
students visit local businesses, learn from guest speakers, work
with a mentor, and operate a class business. By the end of the year
each student will launch a real business of their own.
“CEO is a great opportunity for all kinds of students, even those
who may struggle with typical classroom work. It’s very hands-on and
real-life. We don’t have a standard textbook. There are no tests and
quizzes. But the challenges are real. The experiences that CEO
provides cannot be replicated anywhere else,” Kuhlman explained.
“Students who aren’t sure what they want to do after high school can
benefit from this program. They will learn leadership, teamwork and
communication skills they can carry with them into whatever path
they choose after graduation.”
Any current sophomore or junior attending a public, private, or home
school in the Lincolnland Technical Education Center district is
invited to apply for the 2023-2024 school year. CEO meets Monday
through Friday from 7:00 a.m.- 8:30 a.m. and is offered to juniors
and seniors as a Heartland Community College dual credit class.
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There are no GPA requirements to
apply to CEO. If students can be described as trustworthy,
hardworking, and motivated, they are qualified. The application
process requires students to write a few short answers about
themselves and why they want to take the class, provide two
references, and receive approval from their school guidance
counselor.
Land of Lincoln CEO is completely funded by local investors.
There is no cost to apply, nor any fees or tuition to
participate. Those accepted into the program are required to
provide their own transportation.
Students can visit
https://www.landof
lincolnceo.com/applynow to enter their name and phone
number to receive a reminder text when the application opens.
Find more information about Land of Lincoln CEO at
landoflincolnceo.com
[Lisa Kuhlman]
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