Hire a Bulldog
A New Initiative at Wylie High School
What is "The Why"?
My name is Reagan Berry. I am an assistant principal at Wylie High School as well as responsible for the Career and Technology Education program for the district. Our CTE program is quickly growing as well as our partnership with the Abilene community in investing in our students’ future careers. Students have the opportunity to be exposed to many different industries and careers through our CTE program. I would like to provide them an additional step of exposure in partnering with you to create an opportunity board for our students.
What is the Hire a Bulldog Board?
The WHS Hire a Bulldog Board would serve as a hub for Wylie High students to find local businesses that are willing to hire them, allow internships, or allow volunteering within their business. The hope is that students would gain access and insight into an industry and career that they have an interest in pursuing post-graduation.
Check out the site here.
What does being a part of this initiative look like for your business?
If you would like to be a part of this initiative, there is no commitment on your part. You will just need to complete the Google Form linked below. I will create a posting based on the information you provide, and it will go on our website. Students will know that businesses listed on that website are interested in hiring or providing opportunities to WHS students. Any opportunity that you have posted can be removed at your discretion.
When can students work, intern, and/or volunteer?
Many students look for summer jobs and opportunities to be engaged during the summer. During the school year some Wylie students have flexible schedules and can be released from campus beginning at 10:45 AM depending on their classification, course schedule, and if the opportunity aligns with their course program of study. Students can enroll in a course called Career Preparation allowing them to leave campus 45-90 minutes prior to their normal release time. Senior students’ school day ends at 12:40 each day while the other students' school day ends at 3:40. The normal school day for students is 8:15-3:40, but each student’s schedule may vary depending on their graduation plan and involvement with school activities.
Why should your business get involved?
Our students are the future of the workforce, and hopefully, the Abilene workforce and economy. Not only does this initiative create an opportunity for your business to partner with Wylie ISD, but you are building a bridge for our students to join and contribute to the Abilene economy. Your business will have a head start in recruiting these students to your industry and business. It is my hope that students would feel a sense of mentorship from the leaders of your business, and they will confidently pursue a career based on this experience as well as have the benefit of working and being exposed to your industry/business.
Please understand that by placing your opportunity on our website, that does not mean that you will host, hire, or accept any student that reaches out. By placing your opportunity on the board, you are simply communicating to our students that you are open to having them as an employee, intern, and/or volunteer. If you are interested in learning more, please contact me at the number or email below. If you are ready to join our initiative in building a bridge into their future careers, please click the button below to complete the Google Form.
Contact Information
Email: rberry@wylie.esc14.net
Website: https://www.wyliebulldogs.org/domain/98
Location: 4502 Antilley Road, Abilene, TX, USA
Phone: 325-690-1181