The Fusion Work-Based Learning Program is excited to welcome Pyle Landscaping as a new business partner for the 2024-2025 school year! This partnership is providing Drennan Campbell, a Christian County High School Agriculture Pathway student, with an opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in the landscaping industry.
Learning the Business of Landscaping
Under the mentorship of Chris Pyle, Drennan is learning the ins and outs of professional landscaping, from maintaining outdoor spaces to understanding seasonal landscaping demands. Many people assume landscaping is only a warm-weather profession, but companies like Pyle Landscaping stay busy year-round, managing everything from seasonal cleanups to winter landscape maintenance.
Skills Gained Through Work-Based Learning
Through his work at Pyle Landscaping, Drennan is developing both technical and soft skills that will benefit him in any future career, including:
- Landscaping techniques – Learning proper care and maintenance of outdoor spaces.
- Equipment operation – Handling tools and machinery essential to the trade.
- Seasonal planning – Understanding how landscaping businesses operate throughout the year.
- Customer service – Interacting with clients and providing quality service.
- Work ethic and reliability – Building strong time management and teamwork skills.
Why Businesses Like Pyle Landscaping Matter
By hosting work-based learning students, businesses like Pyle Landscaping play a vital role in developing the next generation of skilled workers. This partnership allows students to gain real-world experience, explore career paths, and build essential employability skills while supporting local businesses in growing their workforce.
Thank You, Pyle Landscaping!
Christian County Public Schools extends a huge thank you to Pyle Landscaping and Chris Pyle for investing in the Fusion program and providing this opportunity for Drennan. Their commitment to student learning and workforce development is making a lasting impact on the community.
Get Involved
If your business or organization is interested in hosting a Work-Based Learning student, contact:
Kelly L. Gates
Workforce Programs Specialist
Kelly.Gates@christian.kyschools.us
270-887-7030
Great job, Drennan, and welcome to the Fusion family, Pyle Landscaping!
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