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Principles of Partnerships

Developing the partnerships core values School-Business partnerships must be built on shared values and philosophies.

Partnerships should:

• Begin with an open and frank discussion about values, goals and needs.

• Respect and reflect the culture and goals of both the education and business partners.

• Support the core mission of the college.

• Bolster the academic, social and physical well being of students.

• Compliment the social values and goals of the college, business partner and the community.

Partnerships should be defined by mutually beneficial goals and objectives.

Partnerships should:

• Clearly define short and long-range goals.

• Focus on collaboration to determine activities that meet the goals of all involved.

• Be aligned with education goals and board policies of the college and/or workforce division.