NEBA members learn about increases in student participation | Business

While they are dealing with labor shortages and schedule disruptions, members of the Northland Education and Business Alliance heard mostly good news on the education front during their Dec. 7 meeting.

Held at the offices of Northwest Missouri State University — Kansas City in Gladstone, the event drew more than 30 business owners and educators who work year-round to improve the area’s workforce education opportunities. The Dec. 7 session featured updates on individual district efforts and relevant business developments.

Nearly all of the educational programs reported significant increases in student participation. Executive Director Brett Kisker said the Northland Center for Advanced Professional Studies is wrapping up this year’s first semester with 340 students preparing for internships next semester.

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