Greene County Economic Development

Franklin College, founded in 1834, offers vocational degrees and certificate programs to students throughout Indiana. It offers a variety of programs and courses in English, biology, chemistry, economics, business and accounting, fine arts, history, journalism, mathematics, computer science and physics. The college also provides courses in Canadian studies, psychology, modern sociology, philosophy, religion studies and political science. The sports activities offered by the college include football, cross-country, golf, soccer, volleyball and tennis. The college offers various services to students, such as academic advising, career counseling, financial planning assistance, and lodging and dining facilities. Franklin College is located in Franklin, Ind.

The Central Administration is a part of the Central Office and School Board of Monroe County Community School Corporation, which offers a range of academic and extracurricular services for students through its schools. Monroe County Community School Corporation enrolls students in kindergarten through grade 12. Through its schools, it provides instruction in math, music, art, social studies, science, computer technology, language arts and physical education. The district follows the assessment guidelines of Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress, Northwest Evaluation Association, and the National Assessment of Educational Progress. Its schools additionally offer social, supplemental and special education programs to meet the mental, intellectual and physical growth of students of various ages.