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NW Works program prepares high school students for employment- The Winchester Star

seven PreETS participants stand smiling in a room after receiving their certificates of completion for the PreETS program.

WINCHESTER — In Virginia, people with physical, emotional and/or mental challenges can remain enrolled in a public school until age 21. After that, other ways must be sought for them to stay active, engaged and productive. NW Works, a local nonprofit that offers job training and placement services for people with special needs in the NorthernContinue reading “NW Works program prepares high school students for employment- The Winchester Star”

Career Café brings smiles & skills to NW Works

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Since launching the Career Café in September, clients have explored new career paths and built up their social confidence.

NW Works, Inc. Appoints Grady Philips, III As New CEO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WINCHESTER, VA. December 6, 2022– NW Works, Inc. announced today that Grady (Skip) Philips, III has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the organization. With more than 30 years of experience in business leadership, Philips will succeed Debera Taylor and assume responsibilities on January 3, 2023. Taylor left NW Works, Inc.Continue reading “NW Works, Inc. Appoints Grady Philips, III As New CEO “

Bringing the Garden Back to Life

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After a lot of challenging work, the gardens at NW Works, Inc. are ready for spring. And it’s all thanks to two Director Support Professionals.

NW Works clients learning about local job opportunities — The Winchester Star

Image of a large group of disabled adults seated in a meeting room. Before them, to the right hand side of the image, are several government employees. One woman works in administration, a man behind her wears a police uniform, and a third man wears a bright construction vest and a hard hat. He is holding a stop sign.

The Winchester Star covered NW Works’ Career Exploration event at Winchester City Hall. Article by Brian Brehm.

‘A resounding success’: 11 students graduate from ProjectSEARCH – The Winchester Star

Image of a young caucasian woman smiling and pointing at a projector screen behind her, which is filled with bright photos of her in various work environments. Text on the screen identifies her as Arlie Wines

Read Josh Janney of the Winchester Star’s feature on the 5th graduating class of ProjectSEARCH.

NW Works Receives Grant From United Way NSV

United Way of Northern Shenandoah Valley, P.O. Box 460, Winchester, VA 22604 NW WORKS, INC. RECEIVES GRANT FROM UNITED WAY NSV FOR $8,200 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ellie Tahmaseb, Marketing and Public Relations Manager, NW Works 540-313-9446, ewilliams@nwworks.com WINCHESTER, Virginia (May 26, 2022) – NW Works, Inc. is pleased to announce it has received a $8,200Continue reading “NW Works Receives Grant From United Way NSV”

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