HALL COUNTY SCHOOLS
Work-Based Learning Honors Work-Based Learning Youth Apprenticeship
NTERNS FOR HALL
August 2025
STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Kubota
Nathan Shaw
Nathan in a senior Work-Based Learning student interning at Kubota Manufacturing.
He has a great work ethic and is doing a fantastic job representing our school.
We can’t wait to watch Nathan continue to grow in his role with Kubota.
Keep up the good work, Nathan!
Cherokee Bluff High School
Sardis Enrichment School
Sammy Martinez
Sammy is a second grade teaching intern at Sardis Enrichment School. Sammy is a senior who has a career goal of being an educator.
Sammy is also involved in the graphic arts program and the band.
Sammy’s mentors state, “Sammy is a valuable asset to our team. She is self-motivated, compassionate and reliable. Sammy will make a great educator one day if that is the path she continues on. ”
Great job, Sammy!
Chestatee High School
Meat Science Center
Isaac Irvin
Isaac participated in Summer WBL at the Meat Science Center & is a current WBL student. You can tell he enjoys learning about Agriculture and Meat Science. He is always willing to learn more about the meat science and always has a great attitude!
We are proud of you, Isaac! Keep up the great work!
East Hall High School
Royal Lakes
Sadie Bishop
Sadie is a dedicated second-year WBL student who continues to set an outstanding example both in the classroom and in the community. Sadie works at Royal Lakes Golf Course where she demonstrates professionalism, responsibility and a strong work ethic.
In addition to her workplace success, she is a pound member of the Varsity Cheer & Golf teams, balancing her athletic and academic commitments with excellence. Her leadership, commitment and character make her a shining example of what it means to be a Falcon.
Way to go, Sadie!
Flowery Branch High School
Chick-Fil-A
Sara Castaneda
"Sara has been a wonderful addition to our team. She is kind, professional, eager to serve, and a trustworthy teammate. She integrated into our culture of care and excellence quickly, demonstrating the desire to master her job duties and serve guests. She is very dependable and is always willing to help the team in any way she can. We are grateful to have Sara!”
~D. Turner, Operating Partner
Sara is a senior who takes honors curriculum and is completing the Early Childhood Education Pathway. She plans to attend UNG to earn her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
Johnson High School
Delta Community Credit Union
Yuriel Ortiz
Yuriel Ortiz is a SENIOR, graduating in December of 2025.
He has explored various career paths while at LCCA including Electrical Dual Enrollment classes through Lanier Technical College. When discussing career goals, Yuriel mentioned Finance. Through WBL he was able to start an internship with Delta Community Credit Union and is thriving in this position.
Yuriel is well on his way to a career in finance! #WBLWORKS
Congratulations Yuriel!
Lanier College & Career Academy
Kubota
Coda Martin
Coda is a senior at North Hall High School. He has completed the Welding and Machining Operations pathways.
After graduation, Coda plans to pursue a career in either industrial maintenance or automotive. He is receiving excellent training on the job at Kubota where he recently celebrated his one year work anniversary.
Keep up the great work, Coda! We are proud of you!
North Hall High School
Target
Abril Valle Rodriguez
Abril is a 3rd year WBL student. She is an amazing worker and has been an exemplary WBL student. Abril’s supervisors say she is dedicated and hardworking.
Abril completed the construction pathway and plans to pursue a career in radiology.
#wblworks
