Goshen Community Schools is gearing up to introduce a new business curriculum soon
Superintendent Jim DuBois shared this news with the school board during a meeting. They were aiming to start the program at the beginning of the second semester, but it looks like they need a bit more time to get everything ready.
Tracey Noe, the Assistant Superintendent, mentioned they found an adjunct instructor and a hybrid curriculum model. Initially, the program will be available for students at the Goshen Alternative Program, which used to be called Merit. They’ll expand it for other students later on.
DuBois expressed excitement about this new pathway, saying it prepares students for various business roles, including in healthcare. He noted that many school districts deal with shipping and supply chain logistics, so this is a great opportunity for students who might be struggling.
The board approved the hybrid curriculum, even though they’re unsure how many students will enroll. DuBois explained that there’s a similar program offered by Edmentum, but it’s not industry-certified, meaning students would need to take certification exams outside of class.
He also mentioned that federal and state grants for Career and Technical Education will help cover certification costs for students. DuBois believes this program will pay for itself, thanks to additional funding from the state of Indiana, which recognizes this pathway as high-wage and in demand.
Oh, and by the way, the school board had a little reorganization meeting since it’s the start of the new year. They decided to keep Bradd Weddell as president, with Keith Goodman as vice president and Ryan Glick as secretary. It was a close call for the secretary position, but Glick came out on top.
