In our ever-changing work environment, Lauderdale County Schools is committed to providing a rigorous curriculum along with hands-on learning! Through work-based learning (WBL), we are bridging the gap between high school and high-skill careers in Tennessee. While students are receiving classroom instruction, they may simultaneously work a job aligned with their curriculum. Through experiences like internships, apprenticeships, and paid work experiences, students may earn high school credit for capstone WBL experiences. One of our partners is Tennessee’s Youth Employment Program (YEP). This program allows our students to gain workforce experience while earning up to $4,000. To help provide these work-based learning experiences, we are partnering with local businesses to equip students with essential skills needed be productive citizens in the community.
Khori Smith, a Ripley High School Student, is an ambitious young lady! She is the sophomore class president, RHS student body secretary, a volleyball player, and a softball player. She’s also a member of Beta, HOSA, and FCCLA! Smith has a passion for photography. She enjoys using a mix of technical expertise, creativity, and composition skills to produce and preserve images that tell a story. Smith works with the RHS social media team to capture highlights of the soccer team and develop athletic graphics for social media posts. She is also an employee at a tasty local bakery, Nessa’s Sweets.
