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MAINTENANCE AND PLANT OPERATIONS STEP PROGRAM

In FY25, the Department of Maintenance and Plant Operations (MPO) Intern Program hosted 13 students
from West Technical Education Center, Seminole Ridge Community HS, Lake Worth Community HS, and
Royal Palm Beach Community HS. All student interns participated in their respective schools’ Construction
or Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Technology (HVAC) programs. The MPO offered these interns
practical learning experiences by engaging them in authentic scenarios across schools within the District.

Throughout the program, several interns contributed to two important projects at Belle Glade ES:

• Classroom flooring replacement
Interns assisted in removing damaged flooring caused by a leaking water valve under a sink.
• Protective cover installation
Interns installed protective covers under a covered walkway to prevent birds from nesting.

Beyond these projects, MPO interns also gained experience in painting, replacing ceiling tiles, performing
HVAC maintenance, organizing the warehouse, and other tasks. MPO appreciated their hard work and was
proud to offer opportunities for continued employment. MPO successfully hired four graduating seniors for
full-time positions.

MPO summer interns learning new skills such as painting, replacing ceiling tiles, and tackling HVAC maintenance

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