Embedded Files
Benefits of the Kankakee County CEO Program
Contribute to economic development and our communities
Earn 2 unweighted elective high school credits
Business tours
Mentors in the business industry
Learn how to utilize media to market your brand
Transferable skills
Professional business meetings that include pitches, interviews, meeting with state senators and representatives, etc.
Create, market, and sell your product and brand
Who can can take the course: Juniors and Seniors aspiring to be an entrepreneur
Program dates/times: Two semesters - (full school year) 7:30-9:00 AM, Monday-Friday (takes up the first 2 periods of school)
Program attire: Business attire, at times wearing business professional attire such as a button down shirt with tie or dress, possibly wearing a blazer or suit, etc.
Location: meets in different locations throughout the county
Transportation: student responsibility- carpool or drive (similar to a job or work release)
Where to apply: Kankakee County CEO's online application, followed by references
Application window: now until February 15, 2026 (for the 2026/27 school year)
Why should you apply to Kankakee County CEO? Click this link to watch a video.
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse