Partnership Engagement Program

The Hub for Innovative Learning and Leadership is Fayette County Public Schools’ flagship career and technical education center, preparing students for high-demand careers through real-world experiences and industry collaboration. We invite your organization to partner with us to support student success, workforce readiness, and educational innovation. Our sponsorship system rewards both active engagement and/or financial support, fostering meaningful relationships that benefit students, educators, and partners alike.

To view a list of the hill's current partners, please click here.

 

Hybrid Engagement & Financial Model

We encourage integrated partnerships that combine active engagement and/or financial support.  Partners may qualify for tier benefits either through their engagement opportunities, financial contributions, or a combination of both.

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Part 1: Hybrid Partnership Engagement Program

Tier	Description	Engagement Examples	and/ or	Annual Contribution	Recognition & Benefits
Emerging Partner	Entry-level involvement for businesses interested in contributing to student awareness and curriculum relevance.	Guest speaking and panels, career days and industry showcases, single-day job shadowing, independent student employer		$500 – $2,499	Company recognition on The HILL website  School digital signage platforms
Enhanced Engagement Partner	Structured, hands-on experiences that help students apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings.	Mentorship programs, instructional materials sponsorship, single-day skills training, industry-supported experiences		$2,500 –  $9,999	All Emerging Partner benefits  Social media recognition Inclusion in partnership/family newsletters Consideration for representation on The HILL Executive Advisory Committee
Collaborative Partner	Long-term partnerships focused on integration of business needs with curriculum and student skill-building.	Co-op and internship programs, custom work-based learning(WBL), project-based collaborations, instructional collaboration partner		$10,000 – $24,999	All Enhanced benefits  Logo featured on fixed signage in prominent locations Opportunity to utilize meeting spaces  Recognition in HILL Annual Report Eligibility for banner signage in program labs*
Strategic Innovation Partner	High-level collaboration focused on innovation, research, and talent development.	Curriculum design & integration partner, joint ventures & product development, entrepreneurial experiences (WBL)		$25,000+	All Collaborative benefits  Logo featured on fixed signage in Premier location. Signage placement with priority visibility** Recognition at HILL Fall/Spring Advisory
Participation at the Collaborative or Strategic Innovation Partner level may also qualify the partner organization for additional benefits with Fayette County Public Schools.				*Based on established criteria		**With coordination and approval

 

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Part 2: The HILL Program Lab Banner Signage Criteria 

Purpose & Eligibility

To ensure lab banner signage reflects meaningful, sustained, and student-centered partnerships that align with The HILL’s mission and tiered engagement model, only partners at the Collaborative Partner or Strategic Innovation Partner levels are eligible for program lab banner signage. Eligibility does not guarantee signage. Final selection is determined using the criteria below. 

These criteria are used to guide consideration for partner recognition for lab banner signage at The HILL. 

 

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Next Steps for Interested Partners

If your organization would like to be considered for partnership status, please contact The HILL Leadership Team for an eligibility review. Partnership status is reviewed annually for the next school year. Partnership agreements may be cancelled at any time with cause by either party.