Principles of Partnerships

Developing the partnerships core values School-Business partnerships must be built on shared values and philosophies.

Partnerships should:

• Begin with an open and frank discussion about values, goals and needs.
• Respect and reflect the culture and goals of both the education and business partners.
• Support the core mission of the college.
• Bolster the academic, social and physical well being of students.
• Compliment the social values and goals of the college, business partner and the community.

NOTE: Partnerships should be defined by mutually beneficial goals and objectives.

Partnerships should:

• Clearly define short and long-range goals.
• Focus on collaboration to determine activities that meet the goals of all involved.
• Be aligned with education goals and board policies of the college and/or workforce division.