Written by Joy Galon
From changing tires to proper table etiquette, Commerce High School seniors gained valuable life skills during the school's fourth annual "Adulting Day." The April 17 event, supported by a $1,800 grant from HireSmart Cares, offered students hands-on experience with essential tasks they'll face after graduation. "In the morning, they have...
Written by Joy Galon
Sophia Grier earned the $500 top prize for a recent book cover design contest at Madison County High School. The sophomore created a cover for "The Hustle Handbook: Lessons They Don't Teach You IN SCHOOL, but Life Will," by Mark Lackey, Co-founder of HireSmart Cares, a local nonprofit focused on...
Written by Joy Galon
Students from Jackson County High School and East Jackson High Schools recently connected with representatives from 38 businesses, industries, and post-secondary institutions during a college and career fair hosted at Empower College and Career Center in Jefferson, Georgia. The April 1 event exposed 9th-12th grade students to various career and...
Written by Joy Galon
Ag mechanics instructor Cody Jordan doesn’t like sitting still. He’s happiest when he’s moving and creating value for himself and others with his hands. Now, he’s helping teens at the Empower College and Career Center in Jefferson find exactly that kind of life for themselves — a “get-out-and-build-value” mindset that...
Written by Joy Galon
Anne Lackey rises early each morning to tend her chickens, a daily ritual that connects her to the agricultural heritage of Madison County. It's a small but meaningful practice for someone who once lived surrounded by the concrete and commerce of Gwinnett County. "I love my chickens!" said Anne, whose...
Written by Joy Galon
At Danielsville Elementary School, learning isn't confined to textbooks and computer screens. And with support from HireSmart Cares, students are getting hands-on experience with construction and STEM skills that could lead to future careers. Construction and STEM teacher Christy Hanson recently received two grants from HireSmart Cares, a Madison...