Ed Hooper/Public Relations Officer with Jackson County School System
The Jackson County School System serves more than 10,000 students in six elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, and the Empower College and Career Center. They are committed to promoting student success through leadership, character, and performance from Pre-K through 12th grade.
Dr. Philip Brown/Jackson County School System Superintendent
“As we look forward to the 2023-24 school year, I am excited to welcome so many new families to our community and welcome back all of our students this August!
The Jackson County School System is committed to providing top-tier educational and extracurricular opportunities for our students, allowing them to engrain themselves within our community.
Our school system is continuously working to promote student success. We believe we accomplish this through our world class educators, who are dedicated to their profession. Our educators come to work every day with passion and energy for our students.
Finally, our school system is dedicated to providing a safe environment for all of our students. We thank the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office for providing our system with full-time school resources officers, who go above and beyond each day to protect our students in the learning environment.”
– Dr. Philip Brown, Jackson County School System Superintendent
John Uesseler/Empower College and Career Center of Jackson County
The Empower College & Career Center (EmpowerC3) is an educational partnership with businesses in Jackson County and the surrounding area. The Empower Center engages students in career relevant learning experiences. Through partnerships with business and industry, higher education and our community, students work toward goals that help them reach their college and career objectives. Some of these goals include completing pathways and earning credentials.
EmpowerC3 provides a variety of high-tech and academic opportunities as part of the high school experience. Students can work toward associate’s degrees through the University System of Georgia or the Technical College System of Georgia while earning their high school diplomas, qualifying them immediately for a variety of professional careers and post-secondary opportunities. Parents of students participating in dual enrollment will save up to two years of post-secondary tuition.
Students will leave high school with authentic experiences that will help them define and refine their choices about college, careers, or the military. EmpowerC3 will provide a continuum of work-based learning experiences, internship possibilities, and a pervasive use of science, math, technology and engineering within the classroom curriculum.
The ultimate goal for every EmpowerC3 student is to graduate prepared for a successful career in an ever-changing world. Established high school programs and dual-enrollment programs offered through partnerships with the University of North Georgia and Lanier Technical College will allow EmpowerC3 to provide high-demand skills for high school students and adults from Jackson County and the surrounding areas. Empower College and Career Center will provide post-baccalaureate opportunities for individuals seeking new skills or a career change after earning a college degree. Students will engage in authentic, integrated, work-based, and service-learning experiences that simulate the professional environment.
Chad Bingham/Jackson County Commissioner District 3
Jackson County is one of the best small counties in the country, noted for its strong economy and quality of life. World-class health care, recreation, education, and art communities complement our strong business climate.
Chad Bingham is a resident of Jackson County that has owned a small business in Jackson County for over 10 Years. He and his wife, Sarah have four children, two boys and two daughters. He has a BBA from the University of West Alabama. In his 23-year professional career, Chad has worked for Fortune 500 companies and locally owned businesses prior to opening his own insurance agency in Braselton.
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John Scott/Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce
The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, member driven association, which serves the business community. They are committed to creating a vibrant community in which to live, work and play. Their mission is to promote business success and enhance quality of life by being the leader in economic and community development. The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce strives to be a trusted leader in Jackson County.
Visit their website: Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Paez/Jackson County Certified Literate Community Program
Jackson County Certified Literate Community Program is a non profit established by the State of Georgia in the 1990s to address critically low literacy rates. The mission of the JCCLCP is to mobilize local agencies & volunteers in a literacy campaign resulting in credentialed, civic-minded adults, training for high-wage, high- demand jobs in Jackson County.
The State of Georgia launched the Certified Literacy Community Program (CLCP) in 1990 as a means of addressing low adult literacy rates across the state. Improved literacy rates help the state attract new businesses (jobs) and increase self-sufficiency among all residents. To qualify as a participant in the CLCP program, Jackson County is required to set a goal of reducing its functional illiteracy rate by 50% within ten years. As a CLCP member organization, JCCLCP is responsible for securing local community support and sources of funding, implementing a variety of literacy programs, and executing successful strategies to help residents achieve educational and employment goals.
Clay Meek/Meek Realty Group
Meek Realty Group agents are highly trained professionals who realize the necessity of keeping themselves informed of all the latest changes in the highly complex real estate field in Braselton and the surrounding areas. You will find a wealth of useful real estate information for home buyers and sellers at our website! Before you buy or sell a home, be sure to either contact us or view the current market information here within our website. Our web site is intended to supply you with the most recent real estate market information for Auburn, Winder, Hoschton, Gainesville, Buford, Dacula, Jefferson, Braselton and the surrounding areas. We feature a free, up to date and current real estate search that will allow you to search just like an agent. There are many places out there to search, the challenge is finding a place that offers current listings like our website. All the data is fed directly from the MLS. As current residents in Braselton, GA we are fully aware of the current market trends and what it takes to get a great deal on a listing or get top dollar for your current home. When it comes to getting the job done right, you can count on us. We have a lot of connections within the North Georgia area. Please don’t hesitate to call and ask us any questions you might have. This process is all about you and your needs. Real estate is a big investment, and we understand that. One thing you will get with us is a personal relationship. In the end, that goes a long way. For more information, please give us a ring or email today. We would love the opportunity to earn your business and partner with you in regards to your real estate needs.
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