Willoughby-Eastlake
City Schools
Workforce Development and Career Tech
Vicki Morley, Director
Workforce Development
victoria.morley@weschools.org
440-283-2190
Vision Statement
Empowering every student to discover their purpose, develop real-world skills, and design a future filled with opportunity.
Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools Department of Workforce Development envisions a future where all students engage in hands-on, career-connected learning that equips them with the knowledge, confidence, and competencies to thrive in high-demand, high-wage pathways. By integrating immersive exploration, industry partnerships, and personalized learning experiences, we aim to build a talent pipeline that meets the evolving needs of our region and reflects the diverse aspirations and passions of our students.
Mission Statement
To build a dynamic, student-centered model that inspires early exploration, delivers rigorous and relevant instruction, and connects every learner to real-world opportunities.
We are committed to:
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Preparing students not just for graduation, but for a lifetime of meaningful work and personal fulfillment
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Expanding access to in-demand career pathways across grades 7–12
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Designing experiences aligned with Ohio’s top job sectors
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Developing strong partnerships with postsecondary institutions and local industry
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Cultivating essential skills like collaboration, communication, critical thinking, resilience, empathy and creativity