Partners
A Collaborative Approach with Business & Community
The HILL redefines education by engaging local employers in the development of the CTE curriculum, creating experiential learning opportunities, and career pathways. Business partnerships are essential to providing students with the tools they need for success.
The HILL uses a collaborative approach to develop strong partnerships and effective workforce development strategies, with our community partners at the table.
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Just a few of our partnerships include:
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Are you interested in learning more about partnership opportunities? Please reach out to:
Sara Tracy, Strategic Partnership Manager at the HILL
- sara.tracy@fayette.kyschools.us
- Office: (859) 422-2122 ext. 61505
Fayette County Public Schools values the critical role that partners play in enriching our schools, students, and teachers. Strong ties to local businesses and community supporters are essential to a vibrant educational environment that fosters student success and high academic achievement.
Hire From The HILL!
Connecting talented students with real-world opportunities through internships and co-ops
At The HILL, students don’t just learn about careers—they live them. Across 19 pathways, from aviation to cybersecurity and welding to pre-nursing, students gain hands-on experience, college credit, and industry certifications. We invite local businesses to partner with us by hosting co-ops and internships.
What's The Difference?
Internship
A structured short- or long-term experience that allows students to explore a career field. Often unpaid, internships focus on exposure, skill-building, and mentorship, without requiring a set number of hours.
Co-op
A structured, longer-term paid position where students actively apply their skills on the job. Co-ops emphasize productivity, responsibility, and career-ready job-readiness, with required minimum hours.
What To Expect From Us:
THE HILL
- Screen and prepare students for placement
- Manage contracts and program documentation
- Support employers with site visits, communication, and problem-solving
STUDENTS
- Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and workplace safety
- Apply classroom learning to job tasks
- Complete required hours and reflections for credit
- Log hours with the work-based coordinator
Employer and Partner Expectations:
- Provide meaningful work aligned with the student’s program
- Offer supervision, feedback, and mentorship
- Complete periodic performance evaluations
- Communicate with The HILL staff on progress or concerns
- Agree to a contract outlining responsibilities, schedule, and expectations
- Hours: Co-ops: 10–15/week minimum; internships: project-dependent
Why Partner With The HILL?
By hiring a student to intern or co-op, you:
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Develop your workforce pipeline
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Gain motivated, career-focused students
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Build lasting relationships with future employees
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Invest in your community
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Provide feedback to improve curriculum and prepare students for the workforce
Partner with us to shape tomorrow’s workforce while making an impact today.