Mission

To enable communities to become economically self-sufficient by simultaneously developing new businesses and training local resources to support those specific areas of growth. To create an atmosphere in which all community members can be immersed in the necessary educational environment to foster success, and the next generation of business and community leaders.

Upper Pathways Plan

Integrated comprehensive plan for local economic development:

  • Packaged solution addressing all critical success criteria
  • Identify and address local needs
  • Bring in businesses to meet those needs
  • Train local community to become successful in those businesses

To:

  • Raise education, skills and employ-ability of community
  • Boost local employment and all local business revenue

Students Take on Business Team Roles for Profit

Students choose their Executive Board from Local Community Resources expanding involvement from 3 to 6 times with fellow students, family and students from other schools.

  • Assess and identify individual needs, strengths, and vocational desire with initial assessment
  • Provide remedial services and support necessary to raise the quality of life of all community members
  • Train local work force to current and emerging positions
    • Establish customized educational tracks to meet the needs of new and technologically advancing local businesses
    • Provide education and specific special skills training for local needs
    • Provide basic educational courses and credits that can be transferred to other accredited institutions
  • Challenge and train potential leaders
    • Inspire, encourage and develop entrepreneurial talents
    • Provide guidance and support to developing businesses

Keys to UP^ Successful Participation