nurse arial, salve sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;”>Ventura County’s most innovative educators, businesses and community partners who have excelled in supporting career and technical education will be honored in Camarillo next week by VC Innovates. Education Awards will be presented to representatives from each of the 14 VC Innovates partner schools and school districts. Business Partner awards will be presented to recipients in each of the 12 VC Innovates industry sectors. The awards recognize individuals who have set the standard for education and workforce collaboration.

WHAT: VC Innovates 2016 Pathfinder Award Luncheon

WHEN: Wednesday, May 4, at 11:30 am

WHERE:  Spanish Hills Country Club – 999 Crestview Ave, Camarillo, CA 93010

VC Innovates is a collaborative endeavor bringing together educators, businesses and community partners to apply innovative approaches to the education experience, and seamlessly prepare future workers and leaders for the workforce. VC Innovates focuses on preparing students for high-demand local positions in sectors recognized as the economic drivers of our region. The program creates pathways from education to employment in industries that include information technology, health science, agriculture, energy and more. Partners include the Ventura County Office of Education, the Ventura County Community College District, nine local school districts, ACE Charter School and dozens of area businesses.

The list of award winners will be distributed to you by email on the day of the luncheon.

Learn more about VC Innovates at: www.vcinnovates.org.