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of equipment throughout farming, construction, factory work, and logging—all of which are common industries in this area.”
McLendon helped the school to get in contact with Georgia Highway Contractors Association Representative Sean Scott, who has assisted the program when needed. McLendon Enterprises Safety and Health Supervisor Brent Holcombe also stepped in to help, as he has volunteered and taught a class on safety.
“This program truly fits the community. With the large number of industries that require this work, combined with the current supply and demand situation for the workforce, this program puts interested students in the best possible position to not only provide for themselves and have a career upon leaving high school, but to excel in this profession and career,” McLendon remarked.
Numerous students have completed work-based learning at McLendon Enterprises, and many have gone on to work for the company after graduation.
The company’s support for the program was recognized at the state level last week, as they were named the Georgia Work-Based Learning Program Partner of the Year. McLendon Enterprises reacted to the honor, as CEO Benny McLendon stated, “This award is a tremendous honor for our company. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to support the growth of young individuals in the business field within our community.” “Great things happen when schools and industry come together to shape the future workforce,” Toombs County Assistant Superintendent Tabatha Nobles emphasized. “In 2021, Toombs County Schools and McLendon Enterprises launched Georgia’s continued from page
first-ever Heavy Equipment Pathway—a groundbreaking partnership that continues to grow. Together, we’ve worked tirelessly to prepare students for success as productive members of our community.”
Nobles shared her appreciation for McLendon Enterprises for their support of the program, Toombs County High School Work-Based Learning Coordinator Peggy Snow for her leadership in connecting students with career opportunities, and Toombs County High School Heavy Equipment Operations Instructor Tom Brodnax for his commitment to ensuring student success in the program.
“We are proud to continue chasing excellence together!” Nobles concluded.
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