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    Work Ethic Diploma Program

     

  • The Chamber in partnership with Garrett County Public Schools has launched a Work Ethic Diploma Program to address the workforce challenges by creating a pipeline of prospective employees who possess those quality attributes desired by employers. By meeting established criteria, local students will earn a Work Ethic Diploma upon graduating which will guarantee them job interviews and better wages.

    The Work Ethic Diploma Program is designed to address the workforce challenges by:

    • Supplying Garrett County employers with skilled workers.
    • Producing an emerging workforce prepared to face the challenges of a global marketplace.
    • Be a filtering for hiring and selecting candidates that have demonstrated knowledge, skills, abilities, and commitment to work.
    • Reinforcing the value of positive Work Ethic and commitment to successful employment.
    • Recognizing a common, identifiable metric of work habits.
    • Developing and improving soft skills of Garrett County students.


    Click here for full press release.

  • Informational Sessions

    Businesses/organizations seeking quality employees should attend one of the informational sessions.

    Tuesday, April 10
    9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
    The Casselman Inn
    Register Here

    Monday, April 16
    5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
    Oakland Armory
    Register Here

  • Program Details

    Work Ethic Diploma Program Details

  • Business Benefits

    • Participating business/organizations will be recognized through various marketing tools i.e. on the Garrett County Chamber's website, at graduation ceremonies, through news releases and articles in circulated publications, etc.;
    • Businesses/organizations will have the opportunity to provide information on current job trends, hiring process, general benefits and provide a point of contact for interested students;
    • Businesses/organizations will have the opportunity to provide data/feedback on potential employees with Work Ethic Diplomas;

  • Business Commitment

    Business Commitment Form

  • Questions?

    Contact Nicole Christian or 301.387.8745.

  • Participating Businesses

    Butler Painting & Remodeling, LLC

    Byco Enterprises, Inc.

    Cornucopia Cafe

    First United Bank & Trust

    Garrett Container Systems, Inc.

    Grant's Mercantile

    Gregg's Pharmacy

    Naylor's Ace Hardware

    Ruth Enlow Library of GC

    Savage River Lodge

    Silver Tree Marine, LLC

    The Garrett County Republican

    The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille

    Tomanetti's Pizzeria and Italian Eatery

     

  • Students Who Have Earned A Work Ethic Diploma

    Coming Soon