Palmetto Artisans

We’ve all seen or encountered the children in downtown Charleston selling the palmetto roses, perhaps purchasing one or two on occasion. Perhaps you’ve also noticed the booths set up in various areas or those selling the roses wearing bright yellow shirts. Its these young sellers who are part of Charleston Recreation Department’s Youth Palmetto Art…

Local Apprentice Program as a National Model?

In 2014, Trident Technical College created the Workforce Academies, a pilot youth apprenticeship program for high school juniors and seniors. TT partnered with the Charleston Chamber of Commerce and manufacturing firms to provide the opportunity for job skill development as well as the opportunity for high school students to take credit classes at the college.…