West Virginia Virtual Academy’s new TechBridge program combines virtual learning with hands-on career experiences. Students explore interests in fields like welding, cosmetology, agriculture, diesel mechanics, and carpentry, preparing for in-demand jobs while staying enrolled in online courses. Career Readiness Coordinator Jeremy Greene emphasizes providing choice and opportunity, helping students pursue technical pathways without limiting their options, and demonstrating that virtual education can support real-world skill development alongside academic learning.
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