Mayfield Electric & Water Systems staff explain the value of accounting skills to students at the Mayfield-Graves Area Technology Center.
Accounting is a versatile field with career opportunities in a surprisingly wide range of companies, a fact emphasized by Power in Partnership presenters Meagan Arnold and Miranda Evans from Mayfield, Electric & Water Systems (MEWS) who recently discussed ways in which the utility relies on accounting skills while speaking to accounting students at the Mayfield-Graves Area Technology Center (ATC).
Power in Partnership is an ongoing collaboration between the ATC and Graves County Economic Development (GCED) that brings professionals to the classroom to share their expertise and offer career advice. Speakers are scheduled throughout the school year and cover a range of topics applicable to ATC students.
“Thank you to the staff and students at Mayfield-Graves ATC for the warm welcome and the opportunity to speak with the accounting class,” said Arnold, MEWS Marketing Director. “We truly enjoyed sharing how accounting plays a vital role in the operations of a utility company like Mayfield Electric & Water Systems. The students asked great questions and were eager to share what they’ve learned in the classroom, as well as to hear how we apply those concepts in our processes as a utility. We’re grateful for the chance to connect with the next generation of professionals!”
For ATC Principal Josh Heisner, these speakers authenticate the educational experience. “A lot of what they do in their jobs directly correlates to topics the students have covered recently or are working with now,” he explained. “We love to have these real-world voices talking with our students about practicing the content they're learning in our classes. Thanks to Meagan and Miranda for taking the time, and thanks to GCED for collaborating with us on Power in Partnership.”
“We are grateful to the many local businesses who support “Power in Partnership,” said GCED President Jason Lemle. “We look to these students to fill future job openings and we want them to see and understand what is possible if they take advantage of the training programs our schools offer.”
The ATC is located on the Mayfield High School campus and educates students from Mayfield Independent Schools, Graves County High School and Carlisle County High School.
About Graves County Economic Development
Graves County Economic Development began in 1981, becoming the driving force behind expansion and development opportunities in the community. It continues to foster strong relationships with existing businesses and attracts new industry to grow in Graves County. There are 44 industrial businesses in Graves County that employ 2,300 people in the community.
