Last week, ROI hosted an orientation and signing day experience for students and employers participating in the third cohort of the UpSkill Work and Learn Youth Apprenticeship program. With the stroke of a pen, 31 new students officially embarked on their journey into the modern youth apprenticeship experience. UpSkill provides selected high school students with … Continue reading ROI celebrates third UpSkill cohort with signing day
ROI is proud to add a new member to its education and workforce team. Christian Blome will begin his role on July 17 as Assistant Vice President of Talent and Training Solutions.
On the last Friday of the school year, a line of eager Bloomington High School South students is already forming before the doors open to The ScholarSips Cafe. Some students place their orders on a new mobile app, and a tasty drink awaits them on the counter as they walk into the shop, which can … Continue reading MCCSC is full ‘STEAM’ ahead in Ready Schools Initiative
Congratulations to our colleague Lisa Abbott, whose last day at ROI will be May 30! In preparation for a big move to Colorado she’s been planning with her husband, Lisa has taken on a new career role to make her transition out west easier. Lisa has interacted with many #Uplanders in her time with ROI … Continue reading Apply now to be our next VP for Community & Economic Development
This is Brayden Hudson’s second year as an UpSkill apprentice. He works for SAIC, a military defense contractor in Bedford. Hudson He said he wanted to apply for an apprenticeship with UpSkill because he wanted to open up more career opportunities for himself. The best part about UpSkill has been the “invaluable experience” Hudson has … Continue reading Youth Apprenticeship Week Profile: Brayden Hudson
During his initial year as an apprentice at Indiana Safety and Supply, Amorenio Martinez has already gleaned valuable insights and lessons. Martinez “I learned the process of what a company does to run a business, and I am learning the importance of finding a balance in life,” said the Washington High School junior. “It provided … Continue reading Youth Apprenticeship Week Profile: Amorenio Martinez
Ask Owen Snyder the highlight of his academic career so far and his answer is straightforward: His UpSkill apprenticeship at German American Bank. “Being an UpSkill apprentice has taught me more than I ever could have imagined,” said the Edgewood High School senior. Snyder works at German American Bank. Not only has it taught Snyder … Continue reading Youth Apprenticeship Week Profile: Owen Snyder
Edgewood High School senior Bryden Dausch applied for an UpSkill apprenticeship because he knew it would help him get a head-start when he began job searching after graduating. “Even if I didn't get placed somewhere I liked, it would be great for resume building,” he said. Dausch Luckily, Dausch loves where he enjoys working for … Continue reading Youth Apprenticeship Week Profile: Bryden Dausch
Bedford North Lawrence High School junior Maddison Simmerman finds the greatest joy in her UpSkill apprenticeship from the supportive individuals who champion her success. Simmerman Simmerman, intrigued by engineering, gets hands-on experience at PRD Inc. in Springville, known for its plastic injection molding service. During her time with PRD, Simmerman has made “several contributions” to … Continue reading Youth Apprenticeship Week Profile: Maddison Simmerman
In honor of the first-ever Youth Apprenticeship Week (May 5-11), Regional Opportunity Initiatives is recognizing five students in our UpSkill Work and Learn modern youth apprenticeship program. UpSkill is a two- to three-year work and learn experience that provides selected high school students with a paid job, career credentials, and college courses. Students work for … Continue reading Youth Apprenticeship Week Highlights: UpSkill apprentices
Students in Brown County Schools are gearing up to press play and inspire their community next month when they take center stage during the district’s first-ever TEDx event. All are invited to the 2,000-seat Brown County Music Center on May 18 to hear from inspirational speakers and support the community’s youngest residents during this free … Continue reading Brown County Schools to host TEDx event, community invited to be inspired
Photos courtesy of Creative Technology Corp. Knowing how to give a firm handshake, work in a team setting, write a professional email, and follow a budget – some skills students learn best outside the traditional classroom. Those skills, and more, were on display when Regional Opportunity Initiatives convened the third annual Uplands Made Student-Run Business … Continue reading Creating connections: Students, educators attend Uplands Made student-run business conference
Spring has arrived in the Indiana Uplands. Uplanders know springtime is one of the best seasons to stroll along a trail, enjoying all the natural beauty the region offers. Soon, Uplanders and visitors alike will have the opportunity to take extended walks through multiple communities without leaving a path along the Monon South Regional Trail. … Continue reading Step by step: Monon South Trail on path to completion
Within a month, Donald Grocki graduated from college, landed a full-time job as a systems engineer with Cook Medical, and bought his first home in the Indiana Uplands. Grocki is one of the newest residents in the Texas Pike Place neighborhood in Owen County, the latest workforce housing project developed by Cook Group. The 99 … Continue reading Co-workers become neighbors in Spencer housing development
This transformative webinar will guide you through the complexities of financing housing projects in your community. This session is designed for community leaders to take actionable steps toward solving housing issues, leveraging the groundbreaking H.O.M.E. Method and traditional financial models.
