Flagger Force, in collaboration with Living Classrooms Foundation, hosted a noteworthy workforce development event on Friday, April 11th, at the Bauer Workforce Opportunity Center in Baltimore. For over five years, this partnership has connected work-ready individuals to meaningful career opportunities, with Living Classrooms serving as a key referral partner for Flagger Force. Their long-standing relationship has helped launch initiatives like our Mentor/Mentee Program, which assists employees in overcoming transportation barriers as they enter the workforce.
The event was coordinated by Shea Z., Flagger Force’s Manager of Workforce Development and Public Affairs, alongside Cheryl R., Managing Director of Workforce Development at Living Classrooms. Over 20 participants from workforce development programs attended, learning about Flagger Force’s mission and the career paths we provide.
Key figures at the event included John J., Operational Manager at Living Classrooms, and John R., Flagger Force’s Field Director, who helped build the original partnership. Their involvement highlighted the deep-rooted connection between the two organizations.
A highlight of the event was hearing from three Flagger Force employees, Saul W., Antonio G., and Herman B.—who shared their personal journeys. All three came to Flagger Force through Living Classrooms over five years ago and have since grown into valued team members. Their stories of overcoming challenges and building lasting careers were powerful and served as a testament to the transformative power of opportunity and support.
The event was not just an informational session; it was a full-circle celebration of how partnerships like this help individuals take their next steps toward a brighter future. Two participants even approached Flagger Force after the event, sharing screenshots of job applications they had already submitted, eager to follow in the footsteps of those who came before them.
This collaboration stands as a proud example of how workforce development programs can create lasting change, and Flagger Force is honored to continue working with Living Classrooms to help others build a stronger, more sustainable future.
