Educator–Industry Matchmaking: Connecting Classrooms & Careers
At the heart of this initiative is a regional directory that makes it easy for educators to identify and connect with professionals across key industries. This tool will spark new collaborations, give students authentic real-world insights, and help build meaningful ties between schools, careers, and community.
By fostering these connections, we:
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Enrich classroom learning with authentic industry expertise
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Create interactive career exploration opportunities
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Strengthen awareness of essential employability skills
Kelly DiGrazia
Recruiter
Please contact kwurster@cgesd.k12.or.us for a STEM Hub introduction.
NextEra Energy
Recruit wind, solar, and battery storage technicians
Job description:
High School (9-12)
Preferred audience:
Manufacturing
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Career Fair Participation, Guest Speaker
Lindsey Romano
Engagement Coordinator
Please contact kwurster@cgesd.k12.or.us for a STEM Hub introduction.
NextEra Energy
Academic engagement and workforce development, educational outreach.
Job description:
High School (9-12), Middle School (6-8)
Preferred audience:
Agriculture, Engineering, Food & Natural Resources
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Career Fair Participation, Co-Teach a Lesson, Guest Speaker, Participate in CTE Advisory Committee
Kari Daniels
Project Administrator
Inter-Fluve, Inc.
Job description:
Elementary (K-5), Middle School (6-8)
Preferred audience:
Engineering, Science & Research
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Career Fair Participation
Leona Egeland
Owner
Ridgeline Plumbing
Management
Job description:
High School (9-12)
Preferred audience:
Architecture & Construction
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Career Fair Participation, Co-Teach a Lesson, Conduct Mock Interviews or Skills Assessment, Guest Speaker, Host Job Shadow, Host a School Group, Host an Intern, Participate in CTE Advisory Committee, Project-Based Collaboration
Michael Shannon
Project Director, Professional Engineer
Please contact kwurster@cgesd.k12.or.us for a STEM Hub introduction.
HNTB
Project Director for Hood River White Salmon Bridge Replacement
Job description:
Elementary (K-5), High School (9-12)
Preferred audience:
Engineering
Career areas:
Engagement preference:
Career Fair Participation, Conduct Mock Interviews or Skills Assessment, Guest Speaker, Host Job Shadow, Host a School Group, Host an Intern, Project-Based Collaboration
Questions?
Contact Kate Wurster: kwurster@cgesd.k12.or.us