Stafford Technical Center

Cooperative Education

Cooperative Education is a partnership between the Stafford Technical Center and community employers which allows students to participate in related career awareness and work experience programs. A training plan is developed between the cooperating employer and the Co-op Coordinator, Darlene Miglorie, (dmiglorie@rutlandhs.k12.vt.us) which enables students to expand their occupational skills under the employer’s guidance and gain an understanding of the employer’s expectations. Students acquire job-related experience while receiving high school credit. Additionally, Stafford provides job placement services and refers students to other appropriate agencies that offer comparable support. Below are some examples of successful partnerships between Stafford Technical Center and local businesses.

Reuben Williams ~ Auto Refinishing & Collision;
Co-op: York Coach Auto Works

Althea Bruno ~ Health Careers Academy;
Co-op: Convenient Medical Center

Katarina Kerber ~ Culinary Arts:
Co-op: Sports Legend Restaurant

Jake Reed ~ Architecture Engineering Design;
Co-op- VELCO