Workforce Development / Education

Enhance the development of our existing and future workforce through local and regional partnerships to provide a globally competitive business environment for the Decatur-Morgan County, Alabama area.

The workforce development / education committee and sub-committees work to help expand public and private workforce training efforts for the emerging, unemployed and underemployed workers in Morgan County. The focus of the committee is to provide a well-trained workforce to meet the needs of area businesses and industries.

NEW!
Career Pathway Resource Guide and Career Pathway Matrix of Services

The Diversity program ensures that every member of the community has access to the knowledge and skills to succeed in the workplace. The sub-committee also hosts the annual Diversity Banquet (formerly the Minority Awards Banquet), which recognizes minority-owned businesses and honors individuals who have contributed to the community’s diversity.

Diversity Resources
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Click here
South Regions Minority Business Council (SRMBC) Click here

The Partners-In-Education program links area businesses and industries with schools in Decatur, Hartselle and Morgan County to provide educational opportunities for the students and increase the awareness of area businesses and industries. Partnerships also heighten awareness of present and future job needs, help improve the education of future employees and customers, and increases understanding of the quality and needs of public school systems, whose health is vital to the community’s economic well being.

The educational enhancement sub-committee ensures the education system and the business community work together to prepare students for advanced and emerging technologies in the workforce of the future. This sub-committee also continues to support the Career Coach initiative. Career Coaches strive to map a career path for all 8th – 12th graders in order to help students reach their potential.

The Leader in Me program is a public-private partnership between the Chamber, Decatur City Elementary Schools, local government and business entities and the Franklin Covey Company. The program, which is the first The Leader in Me pilot project in the United States, will implement the principals of the 7 Habits for Highly Effective People into the schools. The program is designed to teach students and faculty to become proactive, results-oriented and to understand the value and synergy of working together as a team. Learn more about the Leader in Me program at www.theleaderinme.org.

Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce and Calhoun Community College team up to present the Summer Welding & Electrical Technology Camp for 9th – 12th grade girls. This free camp provides hands-on experience in welding and electricity and help students develop problem solving skills and teamwork as they participate in instructor-led projects, field trips, and interact with women role models during industry sponsored lunches. The Chamber and Calhoun also offer STeP Camp for area high school girls in 11th and 12th grade. The free week-long camp is a challenging and exciting introduction to the field of process technology and the many career opportunities in this growing area.

Administer a proactive communication plan to promote the Workforce Development efforts in our area by informing community groups and organizations how we can all work together to better prepare our current and future workforce. Promote and use the CareerPathway website and the Workforce E-Newsletter to achieve this goal.

There are many opportunities for local businesses and business leaders to get involved in the education and workforce development programs that the Chamber sponsors. If you are interested in becoming involved in a program, contact Charlotte McKelvy at 256-353-0763 ext. 107 or by email.

State of the Schools Address - Decatur City Schools

State of the Schools Address - Morgan County Schools

New Teacher Luncheon - Morgan County Schools
New Teacher Breakfast - Decatur City Schools
Partners-In-Education Breakfast

Careeer & Workforce Expo

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