Washington Business Week Programs are held in the summer for a full week on college campuses around the state. The programs teach high school students about the business world. Business Week’s experiential learning model engages and advances leadership, communication and teamwork skills. There are also special pathway programs are available in health care, energy, manufacturing and agriculture.

In the past, Orcas students have participated in the program held at Western Washington University. This year the program is from June 23 to 29. Students and volunteer business leaders are immersed in discussions, role-playing exercises, lectures and computer-based business simulation. They work in groups that present a realistic picture of the business world.

For more info, visit www.wbw.org.