For Parents and Students
SCK LAUNCH is a partnership between the Bowling Green Area Chamber Foundation, the Bowling Green Independent School District, Warren County Public Schools and local businesses to ensure our future graduates succeed in their careers.
Opportunities for Your Students
Contact your counselor or CCR coach for more information.
Externships
Externships are one-day experiences where educators get first-hand involvement in a local business that represents one of our seven in-demand sectors.
Through this opportunity, educators can gain a deeper understanding of the technical skills their students may need for the workplace and what the real-world expectations students should have for their chosen pathways. Afterwards, educators can extend this knowledge to their students and colleagues.
Career Shadowing
Career Shadowing is a job-related experience where students spend time observing a professional on the job.
During Career Shadowing, small groups of students in high school will observe observe professionals on the jobs and experience “a day in the life” of a business environment to gain a deeper knowledge about existing careers, career pathways and the essential skills needed for success in the workplace. Shadowing will occur during the school day at a local business.
Experience
SCK LAUNCH Experience is an annual hands-on career expo for eighth-graders. Students explore many of the careers available in South Central Kentucky through interactive exhibits that showcase opportunities in our region’s high-growth, high-demand sectors.
Senior Job Fair
This job fair was created to connect graduating high school seniors with employers in high-wage, high-demand industries.
7 Career Sectors for South Central Kentucky
Select a career sector below to view demand statistics and education opporunities.
Healthcare
Nothing is more valuable to health than the care involved. Be someone who provides it.
Professional Services
The success of a business is from the success of its people. Discover what skills you can offer.
Public Services
Every town and city functions through the combined efforts of its members. Learn more.
Construction
From the early drafts to a finished structure, every project has ins and outs. Find out more here.
Manufacturing
Behind every single product is a hundred different hands. Find where yours can fit in.
Hospitality
Service to others is about more than a smile.
Learn more here.
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics
Point A to point B is often more complex than a straight line. Take your career on the move.
SCK LAUNCH Experience Curriculum
OVERVIEW:
The SCK LAUNCH Experience Curriculum is essential in preparing students to make the most of the event by helping them identify their personal interests and career goals. Through engaging lessons, students gain the knowledge and skills needed to explore high-demand careers, ask insightful questions, and connect with local industry leaders. This preparation ensures students attend the event prepared and leave the event with valuable insights to guide their future career paths.
Get In Touch
For more information about how you can get involved with our talent initiatives, please email or call:
Meredith Rozanski:
meredith@bgchamber.com | 270.901.4750
Sandra Baker:
sandra@bgchamber.com | 270.901.4617