Lee Co. High School Work-Based Learning

We love seeing our local business partners grow their business. With growth comes more job opportunities and for that we are thankful.

Izzy Johnson is a Senior in her second year of Work-Based Learning. Izzy plans to pursue Cosmetology after high school. She is excited to be working at our new Ellianos Coffee in Leesburg, GA. The owner of this location described Izzy as hardworking and excited to learn and serve. Izzy is always willing to jump in and help both at her job and in school. She is super talented and creates wonderful art pieces as well.

Work-Based Learning is a high school program for juniors and seniors to earn high school credit while employed in a variety of job placements. These students receive real-world, hands-on opportunities to learn and demonstrate employability skills in the workplace. We are very thankful to our local communities for supporting our students and allowing us the opportunity to assist in building a highly trained workforce.
•Amanda Overstreet, WBL Coordinator at Lee County High School•

Senior Work-Based Learning student Quirin Rudolf is a super talented and smart young man working at one of our long time business partners Elite Ag LLC with Mr. and Mrs. Verner who are always willing to teach our students a trade skill that can easily become a lifelong career. Rudolf has a tremendous future ahead where he plans to become an entrepreneur and pursue education as a Diesel Mechanic. Rudolf is amazing carpenter and competes with our SkillsUSA chapter.

Work-Based Learning is a high school program for juniors and seniors to earn high school credit while employed in a variety of job placements. These students receive real-world, hands-on opportunities to learn and demonstrate employability skills in the workplace. We are very thankful to our local communities for supporting our students and allowing us the opportunity to assist in building a highly trained workforce.
•Amanda Overstreet, WBL Coordinator at Lee County High School•

Senior and 2nd year Work-Based Learning student, Dalton Po***ck works for another one of our great business partners Hog-N-Bones Leesburg. Dalton plans to pursue education and a career in HVAC in the future. Dalton is quite a character and will keep you laughing while he gets the work done. He is hardworking and driven to succeed.

Work-Based Learning is a high school program for juniors and seniors to earn high school credit while employed in a variety of job placements. These students receive real-world, hands-on opportunities to learn and demonstrate employability skills in the workplace. We are very thankful to our local communities for supporting our students and allowing us the opportunity to assist in building a highly trained workforce.
•Amanda Overstreet, WBL Coordinator at Lee County High School•

Senior and 2nd year Work-Based Learning student, Raylee Hoey works at SLSausage Company-Leesburg. She always has a smile on her face and will help you to pick the best treats in the store. Raylee plans to pursue agribusiness in the future and would love to become an entrepreneur. Raylee is a hardworking young lady with a bright and successful future ahead.

Work-Based Learning is a high school program for juniors and seniors to earn high school credit while employed in a variety of job placements. These students receive real-world, hands-on opportunities to learn and demonstrate employability skills in the workplace. We are very thankful to our local communities for supporting our students and allowing us the opportunity to assist in building a highly trained workforce.
•Amanda Overstreet, WBL Coordinator at Lee County High School•

Our excellent Phoebe Putney Health System Work-Based Learning Interns met for their monthly meeting at the hospital’s Simulation Lab. Guest speaker, Dan Taylor came in and did a quick simulation on triaging a patient coming into the ER. The students were engaged, thorough in their triage, and had fun with this simulation presented. We have 9 wonderful WBL Senior students: Trisha Patel, Emma Vandenbergh, Melina Becherair, Talley Carder, Chantis Billings, Deja Wingfield, Nathan Hayes, Kameron Kirksey, and Jade Cintron. Also pictured is WBL Student from DOCO schools, Amia Cosby. All of these students have a passion and interest in pursuing the healthcare career field. Thank you so much to our wonderful partner Phoebe for this opportunity for the students.

•Amanda Overstreet | Work-Based Learning Coordinator | Lee County High School•

Junior Work-Based Learning student, Grant Trussell works in Cordele, GA for Blackshear Services. This great new business partner offers a variety of services from remodeling projects to dog training services. Grant wants to pursue his college educational goals of business and entrepreneurship at the University of Georgia. Grant is a hard worker and will take on any task asked of him with enthusiasm and attentiveness.

Work-Based Learning is a high school program for juniors and seniors to earn high school credit while employed in a variety of job placements. These students receive real-world, hands-on opportunities to learn and demonstrate employability skills in the workplace. We are very thankful to our local communities for supporting our students and allowing us the opportunity to assist in building a highly trained workforce.
•Amanda Overstreet, WBL Coordinator at Lee County High School•

Junior Work-Based Learning student, Rylee Thompson works for former student and business owner, Trinity Mallard at Fashionably Fitted Hats By Trin. Rylee can be found attending events around the area and they will soon have a storefront business for customers to get the latest in trucker hat designs, jewelry, and other accessories. Rylee is described as a hard worker and has a passion for helping others create the neatest designs. We are super proud for both of these ladies and can’t wait to continue growing with them.

Work-Based Learning is a high school program for juniors and seniors to earn high school credit while employed in a variety of job placements. These students receive real-world, hands-on opportunities to learn and demonstrate employability skills in the workplace. We are very thankful to our local communities for supporting our students and allowing us the opportunity to assist in building a highly trained workforce.
•Amanda Overstreet, WBL Coordinator at Lee County High School•

Senior WBL student, Libby Conyers is currently working for one of our wonderful business partners, Ibiza Boutique. Not only will you find Libby modeling the latest trends and fashion but often get greeted by some fantastic store pups too! Libby plans to attend UNG where she will major in Cosmetology after graduation. Libby is in her 2nd year as a WBL student.

Work-Based Learning is a high school program for juniors and seniors to earn high school credit while employed in a variety of job placements. These students receive real-world, hands-on opportunities to learn and demonstrate employability skills in the workplace. We are very thankful to our local communities for supporting our students and allowing us the opportunity to assist in building a highly trained workforce.
•Amanda Overstreet, WBL Coordinator at Lee County High School•

After entering in all of the data for the year, nearly 200 Work-Based Learning students earned $1.2 million measured from August-May working over 230,000 hours. This is attributed to our wonderful students, excellent business partners in 5 counties, and a fantastic program at LCHS. Congratulations to you all!
📸 Pictured is just a fraction of our students and partners who attended our WBL Employer Appreciation Breakfast.

Checkout this excellent opportunity for Seniors from our amazing business partners Roots & Wings Boutique - Albany, GA! They carry both men and women’s in store and online.

ATTENTION GRADUATES

Bring in your graduation invitation/announcement to be displayed in our store and receive 24% off your purchase AND a chance to win a $100 gift card! ✨🫶🏼