HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Thanks to a unique partnership between a local school district and Amazon, Sumner County high school students are setting the stage for a future in the business world in a groundbreaking educational initiative.
This collaboration aims to provide students with company-level certifications and leadership skills that are applicable to both their current and future careers.
At the forefront of this innovative program is Mellor Hyde Magnet School, where students translate classroom lessons into real-world applications.
Junior Gina Cruz explained that the focus of the curriculum is on practical skills such as “eliminating waste and making processes more efficient.”
These students, primarily juniors and seniors, are studying Lean Six, a prestigious business methodology known for its effectiveness in increasing productivity and reducing costs in a variety of industries, from Fortune 500 companies to nonprofit organizations. I am Sigma certified.
Sumner County Schools holds the distinction of being the first educational institution in the world to partner with Amazon on a Lean Six Sigma certification program.
Amazon experts are taking an active role in this education enterprise by providing Sumner County teachers with the business tools they need to teach and mentor students in Lean Six Sigma principles and practices.
Mellor Hyde business teacher Courtney Givens said developing critical leadership skills through the program is invaluable for any industry.
Inspired by the training she received from Amazon, Givens was able to incorporate Lean Six Sigma teachings into her curriculum, resulting in a 99% pass rate for her first yellow belt students.
Mabel Shelton, a program manager at Amazon and Mellor Hyde alumnus, highlighted the program's wide-ranging benefits, saying it not only increases employability but also promotes consumer awareness and personal growth. Stated.
Shelton played a pivotal role in bridging the gap between Amazon's resources and the school's educational goals.
More than 130 students across Sumner County Schools have already earned Lean Six Sigma certifications and are ready to gain a competitive edge and explore diverse career paths with their newly acquired skills.
