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Governor Phil Scott Proclaims Annual Apprenticeship Week in Vermont 

November 18, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

Contact: Rachel Dumeny 
Communications and Outreach Coordinator   
Office of the Commissioner  
Vermont Department of Labor   
(802) 272-4509   
Rachel.Dumeny@vermont.gov 

 

Governor Phil Scott Proclaims Annual  
Apprenticeship Week in Vermont 

Montpelier, VT – Governor Phil Scott has officially proclaimed Apprenticeship Week for the State of Vermont, November 17, 2024, to November 23, 2024. 

“I’m so proud of the emphasis we’ve put on the value of trades careers, and have invested to help more Vermonters pursue careers through trades training, Career Technical Education and apprenticeships,” said Governor Phil Scott. “This work is essential to making sure we have a strong workforce, and create rewarding career opportunities for students and adults.”

Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity to celebrate the evolving impact of registered apprenticeship programs on Vermont’s workforce and economy. These programs follow an “earn while you learn” model, allowing individuals to gain hands-on experience and technical training while earning a paycheck. 

“Registered Apprenticeship programs are critical to expanding Vermont’s workforce,” said Labor Commissioner Michael Harrington. “This model not only offers individuals a direct path to meaningful and sustainable careers, but it also provides employers with a pipeline of skilled and motivated talent to address workforce gaps.” 

During Apprenticeship Week, the Department of Labor will celebrate the benefits of apprenticeships, their role in workforce development, and the opportunities they offer to employers and job seekers. 

Vermont's Apprenticeship Week 2024 highlights include: 

  1. Governor Phil Scott Proclamation Signing 
    Date: November 18, 2024 

  1. Youth in Apprenticeship – CTE Visit 
    Date: November 18, 2024 
    Location: St. Johnsbury Technical Center 

  1. Teacher Apprenticeship Recognition 
    Date: November 19, 2024 
    Location: North Country Career Center, Newport, VT 

  1. Apprenticeship in Vermont: Celebrating a Tradition of Innovation 
    Date: November 20, 2024 
    Location: 63 Pearl Street Burlington, Vermont 05401 

  1. Women in Apprenticeship Highlight 
    Date: November 21, 2024 

  1. Veterans in Apprenticeship Highlight 
    Date: November 22, 2024 

  1. Vermont Apprentice Highlights 
    Follow us on our social media channels @VTLabor to see Vermont Apprentices in action as they share their experience.  #apprenticeshipVT 

For more information regarding Registered Apprenticeship Programs, visit our website https://labor.vermont.gov/apprenticeship and www.apprenticeship.gov. 

To view the Governor’s proclamation, visit governor.vermont.gov. 

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