Workforce Development Partners

08/18/2026

A special thank you to the Centre Club - Tampa for selecting Workforce Development Partners as the featured organization for the August Helping Hands Happy Hour on August 13! 💚

It was a meaningful evening bringing together educators, community leaders, and employer partners to connect, build relationships, and celebrate the collective work happening to strengthen opportunities for students and our future workforce.

We’re especially grateful for the opportunity to share more about the vision for the Future Career Academy School Impact Council (FCA-SIC) and the growing network of partners committed to helping students connect to meaningful opportunities beyond graduation.

Thank you, Maureen Famiano, for your support in creating a space for connection and collaboration—and to everyone who joined us, shared their time and expertise, and continues to invest in the students and communities we serve.

We’re excited about what we can build together! 💚

08/10/2026

🎒 Happy First Day of School 📚

A new school year means new opportunities to learn, grow, explore, and dream about what’s next.

At Workforce Development Partners, we’re excited to continue our work through the Future Career Academy to PREPARE & CONNECT students with the experiences, employers, training, and career pathways that can help turn their goals into bright futures.

Here’s to a great school year filled with possibility, purpose, and opportunity! 🚀

08/07/2026

Congratulations to Hillsborough County Public Schools, Jefferson High School, Visit Tampa Bay, and everyone who helped bring the Jefferson High School Magnet School of Hospitality and Tourism to life!

Workforce Development Partners was excited to attend yesterday's ribbon-cutting celebrating the launch of this innovative initiative, which connects Jefferson's career and technical education programs with Tampa Bay's thriving hospitality and tourism industry.

Through hands-on learning opportunities, meaningful business partnerships, and career exploration experiences, students will gain valuable skills and connections that prepare them for success after graduation.

We are proud to continue partnering with Hillsborough County Public Schools to help ensure every student graduates with a clear plan for employment, enlistment, enrollment, or entrepreneurship.

07/23/2026

Join Workforce Development Partners on Thursday, August 13 for our Helping Hands Happy Hour at Centre Club.

Enjoy an evening of meaningful networking with business and community leaders who are passionate about strengthening Tampa Bay's workforce. Whether you're looking to make new connections, give back, or learn how local partnerships are creating brighter futures for students, this is an opportunity to be part of something that makes a lasting impact.

A special thank you to Centre Club - Tampa for selecting Workforce Development Partners for this month’s event and generously opening their doors to support our mission!

Your $25 donation includes:
✔️ One drink ticket
✔️ Light hors d'oeuvres
✔️ Networking with community leaders
✔️ Raffle basket chance

Together, we can help ensure every student graduates with a plan for employment, enrollment, enlistment, or entrepreneurship.

📍 Centre Club
🗓 Thursday, August 13
🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Register here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/helping-hands-happy-hour-workforce-development-partners-tickets-1975354607807?aff=erelexpmlt

06/16/2026

Are you exploring opportunities in technology, AI, or software development?

Join us for an exclusive networking and career exploration event hosted in partnership with CodeBoxx Academy. This event is designed for recent graduates, career changers, and individuals interested in learning more about pathways into the tech industry.

✨Event Highlights:✨

• Full-Ride Scholarship Raffle – One attendee will be awarded a full scholarship to CodeBoxx Academy.

• $1,000 Tuition Incentive – Available for attendees who enroll onsite or within 24 hours of the event.

• Professional Networking – Connect with industry professionals, alumni, mentors, and aspiring tech talent.

• Complimentary Food & Rooftop Networking Experience

Whether you're looking to launch a new career, upskill, or learn more about opportunities in the technology sector, this event offers valuable insights and connections to help you take the next step.

We encourage you to share this opportunity with your network and anyone interested in pursuing a career in tech.

06/16/2026

🚲💙 59 Bikes. 59 Opportunities. Countless Futures Ahead. 💙🚲

Workforce Development Partners is proud to have distributed 59 bicycles to students across Hillsborough County Public Schools, helping remove transportation barriers and creating greater access to school, work, training, and future opportunities.

This initiative was especially meaningful because students were invited to apply and share how reliable transportation would impact their future and specifically how a bicycle would help them get to work, training programs, school, or other educational opportunities. Their stories highlighted the determination, resilience, and commitment these young people have toward achieving their goals.

🩵Student Voices:🩵

“It would impact the way I can get to work. I would be able to finally travel without the expenses of getting an Uber. It would be such an amazing gift for me.” - Chamberlain High School Graduate

“I would use a bike to get to Erwin Tech, this would benefit me because I wouldn’t have a way to school all the time, and it could cause me to miss out on a lot of critical information. I could also use the bike to get to future jobs and this can help me build independence and give me motivation to save towards a car or even an electric bike.” - Chamberlain High School Graduate

“Receiving a bicycle would make a big difference in my ability to access training and career opportunities because it would give me reliable transportation. I wouldn’t have to depend on rides or limited public transit, so I could get to classes, job interviews, or work on time and more consistently. It would also expand the number of places I can reach, giving me more opportunities to learn and earn.” - Freedom High School Graduate

“Receiving a bicycle would make a meaningful difference by giving me reliable transportation to get to and from job opportunities and training programs. It would also help relieve some of the financial and logistical stress on my single mom, who is already doing everything she can to support our family. As a young adult, having this independence would allow me to take more responsibility and contribute while working toward my future.” - Strawberry Crest Graduate

“Having a bike would allow me to help my mom pay bills because I could get a job and bike to it.” - Steinbrenner High School Graduate

We know that reliable transportation can make all the difference. A bike is more than just a way to get from one place to another—it represents independence, momentum, and possibility. For these students, each ride could be a step toward achieving their goals and building the future they envision for themselves. To help ensure students can travel safely and confidently, each recipient received a bicycle, helmet, and lock, providing both mobility and peace of mind as they pursue their future.

Every journey begins with a single step, or in this case, a single ride. We are honored to support their journey and celebrate the incredible potential that lies ahead.

A heartfelt thank you to our partners who helped make this initiative possible:

✨ onbikes for supporting the ordering, assembly, and preparation of all 59 bicycles with support from Chadwell Supply
✨ Hillsborough County Public Schools and our dedicated school partners who coordinated student bike pick-ups and drop-offs
✨ The Chamberlain High School Legacy Alliance and the Hillsborough Cattlemen Foundation for helping deliver bicycles directly to students' homes
✨ Last but not least: our anonymous donors

Together, we are investing in opportunity, empowering students, and helping create pathways to success—one ride at a time.

Learn more here: https://www.fox13news.com/video/fmc-ayd363t0nvnws5p4

05/22/2026

We are so grateful for the ongoing partnership with the Hillsborough County Clerk of Court & Comptroller and the many other government entities who offer such incredible career opportunities! This event is always so great and we are proud to support! Congratulations on a successful day for so many job seekers!

05/15/2026

This video is a powerful example of what intentional collaboration and workforce development can accomplish. We are incredibly grateful to work alongside OnBoard Tampa Bay and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to create life-changing opportunities for our students and community members through the Future Career Academy program.

This success is the direct result of schools, industry leaders, and community partners coming together with a shared commitment to building meaningful career pathways and strengthening our future workforce. Through the Future Career Academy, students are gaining exposure, connections, and real opportunities that are changing lives and opening doors to high-demand careers across our region.

Thank you to everyone involved for investing in the future of our students and community. We are proud of what we are building together — and this is only the beginning. 🎉

🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/l0rAcIpjQBw

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05/14/2026

This week has been filled with incredible celebrations across Hillsborough County Public Schools as we honored students during FCA Signing Days at Alonso, Sickles, Lennard, King, and Spoto High School! 🎉

Each event was uniquely special, bringing together families, educators, employers, military representatives, apprenticeship partners, and community leaders to celebrate students who have developed a plan for life after graduation and committed to their future through employment, enrollment, enlistment, and skilled trades apprenticeship opportunities.

From students stepping directly into the workforce and apprenticeship pathways in the trades, to those committing to college programs and military service, every commitment represented hard work, determination, and a vision for the future. These celebrations continue to highlight the many successful pathways available to students as they transition from high school into meaningful careers and continued education.

We are incredibly grateful to our school teams, business partners, trade organizations, military partners, families, and community supporters who continue investing in our students and helping make these moments possible. Most importantly, we are proud of every student who took this important step toward their future. Your dedication, growth, and commitment inspire us all!

And we are not done yet! There is still so much more to celebrate across our schools and communities as additional Signing Day events continue. Stay tuned for even more incredible student success stories and celebrations ahead! 👏🎓🔧🇺🇸✨

05/04/2026

We love seeing our community show up for students in such a meaningful way 👏

A huge thank you to the City of Plant City Government team for being part of the Future Fair at Hillsborough College. Events like this don’t just happen—they reflect a shared commitment to ensuring our seniors graduate with real opportunities, strong connections, and a clear path forward.

Through the Future Career Academy, students aren’t just preparing for what’s next—they’re stepping into it with confidence. Grateful to all of the employers, partners, and leaders who continue to invest in their success.