CLARKSVILLE, Tenn.– Clarksville Regional Airport Director John Patterson and North Central Institute representative Leo Jordan shared aviation and career information to LEAP youth as they toured the airport and college.
Career Readiness Instructor Elijah Annor beamed with pride as he witnessed his youth communicate the importance of career success standards when considering vocations. Each students participates in an 8-week career readiness program where they examine various aspects of a career.
After completion, most will obtain part-time jobs and/or enroll in college. Leo Jordan, IT Director at North Central Institute, was able to share aviation related career options such as aviation mechanics, airport administrators, air traffic controllers, and pilots.
Since launching LEAP, over a 1000 youth have participated in its development programs resulting in improved social skills, reduced crime and substance abuse, and marketable job skills. John Patterson and Leo Jordan stated that this collaboration is one of many that has the potential to make a huge impact in the career choices of LEAP participants. To invite LEAP students to tour your workplace, Call 931-614-0440 or email info@leaporg.net.