Business and Community Partnerships

Join Us in Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders Today!

Are you part of a local business that is passionate about making a difference in our community? Partner with Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools to provide valuable workforce development opportunities for our students to help make them future ready!

Why Partner with Us?

Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools is preparing the next generation of skilled professionals—students who are career-ready, curious, and committed to making a difference. By partnering with us, local businesses, industry leaders, and community organizations play a vital role in shaping tomorrow’s workforce while gaining access to:

• A talent pipeline of motivated, work-ready students
• Opportunities to influence curriculum through real-world insight
• Recognition as a leader in workforce and community development
• Strategic collaboration that strengthens the local economy

Together, we can build meaningful experiences that benefit students, employers, and the broader community.

Partnership Opportunities

There are many ways to get involved and make an impact:

Donate Equipment

Outdated or excess tools and technology can find new life in our classrooms. Your donations help us simulate industry environments and give students hands-on experience.

Serve on Advisory Committees

Your expertise matters. Join an advisory committee to ensure our programs align with the latest industry needs, certifications, and workforce demands.

Guest Speaking & Mentorship

Inspire students by sharing your story. Whether it’s a one-time classroom presentation or ongoing mentorship, your experiences help students explore their future with purpose.

Host Interns or Job Shadowing

Provide high school students with real-world experience through semester-based internships or a job shadow experience. You’ll gain fresh perspectives while helping students build confidence and career readiness.

Other ways to partner? 

We are always open to new ideas and ways to partner!

Advisory Board Information

Our program and pathway advisory boards are composed of dedicated professionals who guide curriculum relevance, support work-based learning, and help ensure our students graduate with in-demand skills.

Advisory members:

• Provide valuable input on program design
• Identify emerging trends in the field
• Help validate technical skills and credentials
• Advocate for real-world, industry-aligned learning

We host advisory board meetings twice annually. To learn more or express interest in serving, please contact us!

Let’s build the future—together!