(NASHVILLE) — State Representative Ron Gant (R-Rossville) today announced that the Fayette County Public School System is one of 29 recipients of the Work-Based Learning Grant from the Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development (TNECD).
The funds are designed to assist with the development or expansion of work-based learning programs that promote career awareness and student readiness in grades K-12. Work-Based Learning is a strategy used by the state’s educators that provides students with experiences to learn and develop skills that will enhance their opportunities for future employment.
Applicants are eligible for up to $25,000 with a local match requirement based on each community’s economic status. New and expanded programs are eligible for the award.
“This investment in our school system is great news for the future leaders of our community and state,” said Representative Gant. “When we support our teachers and provide our students with exciting, new opportunities to advance their education and experience, we all benefit.”
In total, TNECD awarded more than $710,000 to school districts that have designed programs to promote career skills and readiness among Tennessee students.
Additional information about the Work-Based Learning Grants can be found at https://www.tn.gov/ecd/rural-development/work-based-learning-grant.html .
Ron Gant serves as Assistant Majority Floor Leader. He is also a member of the House Health Committee and the House Calendar and Rules Committee, as well as the House Insurance & Banking Sub and Full Committees. Gant lives in Rossville and represents House District 94, which includes Fayette, McNairy, and part of Hardeman County. He can be reached by email at [email protected] or by calling (615) 741-6890.