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Press Releases
EO Secures $1.5M Federal Grant to Strengthen Youth Healthcare Workforce in Southwest Virginia
EO Companies (EO) has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to launch a new regional initiative focused on preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals in Southwest Virginia. Project HEALTH will expand access to training, career development, and critical support services for youth interested in healthcare careers. Project HEALTH, a three-year...
June 05, 2025
Videos
Behind the Work: Early Childhood Education Career Pathway Program | Ep. 6 Student Learning
Inspire. Empower. Teach. EO's Early Childhood Education Career Pathways partners with local school systems to begin training the next wave of early childhood teachers before they...
August 09, 2024
Press Releases
June 27, 2024
Videos
Surrounding our students with a community of support | Community Schools Initative
June 26, 2024
In The News
Workforce and child development hub on track to open in Abingdon this summer
May 03, 2024
In The News
Southwest Virginia childcare providers tackle gaps with EO business challenge
ABINGDON, Va. (WCYB) — In a recent Southwest Virginia Childcare Landscape Report, almost half of surveyed businesses experience challenges hiring and retaining staff due to...
May 02, 2024
Videos
Behind the Work: Early Childhood Career Pathway Program | Ep. 5 Little Eyes Daycare
Inspire. Empower. Teach. Kelsie Barnhart found two of her most trusted teachers for her daycare using the Pathway program. Hear why she and teacher Emily Roberts...
May 01, 2024
