Ivy Tech Franklin to Host JC-AMP Informational Open House

Event invites Johnson County high school students and families to explore affordable pathways into advanced manufacturing careers.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Ivy Tech Community College is hosting an Information Open House for the Johnson County Advanced Manufacturing Program (JC-AMP) on February 26th at its Franklin campus. The event will allow attendees to explore academic programs, career pathways, meet faculty and industry partners, and learn about the cost-saving benefits of the program.

Why it matters

The JC-AMP program provides an affordable, direct pathway for Johnson County high school students to earn college credentials and degrees in high-demand advanced manufacturing fields, helping to address local workforce needs.

The details

JC-AMP is a collaboration between Ivy Tech, local industry partners, and three area high schools. Students in the program take classes at the Ivy Tech Franklin campus while still in high school, gaining hands-on training, earning industry credentials, and building a foundation for strong career opportunities in the region.

  • The open house will take place on February 26, 2026 from 5:30-7 p.m.

The players

Ivy Tech Community College

A public community college system in Indiana that provides affordable, accessible higher education and workforce training.

Johnson County Advanced Manufacturing Program (JC-AMP)

A collaborative program between Ivy Tech, local industry partners, and area high schools that creates direct pathways for students into advanced manufacturing careers.

Center Grove, Greenwood, and Whiteland High Schools

The three Johnson County high schools participating in the JC-AMP program.

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What’s next

Students and families interested in attending the open house are encouraged to RSVP by visiting link.ivytech.edu/jcamp.

The takeaway

The JC-AMP program demonstrates how community colleges can work with local industry and high schools to provide affordable, accessible pathways for students to gain the skills and credentials needed for in-demand manufacturing careers.