Community Partnerships

Learning Connected to Community

Hawbridge works with local businesses, organizations, public agencies, and community members to create meaningful learning opportunities for students.

These partnerships bring knowledge, experience, and new perspectives into the educational process. They support students and teachers while helping classroom learning connect to real people, places, professions, and community needs.

Through internships, collaborative projects, expert guidance, and authentic experiences, students discover how their knowledge and skills can contribute beyond the school walls.

Partnerships in Action

Community partners help expand what students can explore, experience, and imagine for their futures.

As part of Hawbridge’s commitment to Place-Based Education, the school actively develops relationships with community groups and organizations. Partners contribute their time, expertise, and experience while helping Hawbridge provide a wide range of learning opportunities.

These relationships create a valuable support network for students and educators and strengthen Hawbridge’s connection to the communities it serves.

SaxConnex Internship Program

Juniors and seniors gain firsthand experience with businesses and organizations in the Saxapahaw community and surrounding region.

Through the SaxConnex Internship Program, students explore possible careers, develop professional skills, build relationships with community mentors, and apply classroom learning in authentic workplace settings.

Benefits of a SaxConnex Internship

Career exploration and practical experience
High school credit
Leadership and communication skill development
Professional connections and networking
Greater confidence and workplace readiness

A Hawbridge student participating in a community internship experience.

Community Partners

SaxConnex internships have connected students with organizations representing public service, healthcare, agriculture, the arts, hospitality, skilled trades, and local business.

Past participating organizations have included:

Alamance County Sheriff’s Office
Alamance Regional Medical Center
Buckner Steel
Camp Chestnut Ridge
Cane Creek Farm
Culture Mill
The Eddy Pub
Eli Whitney Fire Department
Haw River Farmhouse Ales
Left Bank Butchery
Orange County Sheriff’s Office
Paws4ever Animal Sanctuary
Saxapahaw General Store
Saxapahaw Village Kids
Starberry Farm
TerraStay

Internship Information

Students and families interested in learning more about the SaxConnex Internship Program may contact the program coordinator.

Contact Kristen Kowzan

Questions about SaxConnex internships, participation, and community partnerships.