Learn & Thrive: The Co-Op Student Experience Panel Discussion
Join us for an inspiring and informative conversation at Learn & Thrive: The Co-Op Student Experience Panel Discussion! This event brings together local employers and student participants to highlight the impact of work-based learning in Christian County. Hear firsthand how the Co-Op program helps students gain real-world skills while supporting businesses with motivated, career-ready talent.
Our panel will feature employers who actively partner with the program, along with students currently thriving in their placements. They’ll share their experiences, successes, and insights on how work-based learning strengthens our community’s future workforce.
The discussion will be moderated by Kelly Gates, Workforce Program Specialist for Christian County Public Schools, who will guide the conversation on why employer engagement is essential—and how your business can get involved.
Whether you’re already participating or curious about joining, this event is the perfect opportunity to learn, connect, and help shape the next generation of local talent.
Our panel will feature employers who actively partner with the program, along with students currently thriving in their placements. They’ll share their experiences, successes, and insights on how work-based learning strengthens our community’s future workforce.
The discussion will be moderated by Kelly Gates, Workforce Program Specialist for Christian County Public Schools, who will guide the conversation on why employer engagement is essential—and how your business can get involved.
Whether you’re already participating or curious about joining, this event is the perfect opportunity to learn, connect, and help shape the next generation of local talent.
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Date and Time
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM CST
January 13th, 2026
8:30AM - 9:30AM
Location
Pennyrile Electric
2000 Harrison St.
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
Fees/Admission
$25 - Members
$30 - Non-Members
Contact Information
kupton@christiancountychamber.com
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Printed courtesy of www.christiancountychamber.com/ – Contact the Christian County Chamber of Commerce for more information.
2800 Ft. Campbell Blvd., Hopkinsville, KY 42240 – (270) 885-9096 – chamber@christiancountychamber.com