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The IDCIS is an occupational database system linking education and businesses, allowing kids the opportunity to research occupations, determine what sort of education they need for the career they hope to pursue as well as programs, scholarship, internships and more that can help them achieve their goals.
Initially funded by a College Access Grant, the Educate Idaho Network builds regional partnerships among community leaders to accomplish the goal of having 60-percent of Idahoans ages 25-34 holding some type of degree or certificate.
The local cohort, calling itself the North Idaho Education Partnership (NIEP), is focused on strengthening the link between education and business for middle and high-school students.
The North Idaho Education Partnership is a partnership between many organizations, such as United Way, Idaho Department of Labor and the school districts, to name a few.
They are working to get individuals in business around the community to partner with them to help build a network of resources and people willing to mentor local kids, introduce them to their professions and be available to connect with the kids in the event they are exploring a career.
Those interested can learn more and volunteer to participate in strengthening the link between education and business can do both online by clicking here.
The Bonners Ferry Rotary extends thanks to Summer for a great and informative presentation!