Recruitment and Retention – Page 3

Skill Alignment for CTE Programs

May 8, 2019October 15, 2020webadminAcademic/Technical Skill Integration, Individuals with Disabilities, Recruitment and Retention

At a Glance Delaware County Technical Schools (DCTS) created skill alignment charts for each CTE program that document the math and literacy skills integrated into programs as well as the physical considerations and essential skills for each program. Description DCTS instructors and student services staff (special education teachers and math and literacy coaches) collaborated to … Continue reading Skill Alignment for CTE Programs

Creative Themes for Cosmetology Open House

May 1, 2019June 24, 2019webadminRecruitment and Retention

At a Glance Students in the cosmetology program at Fayette County Career and Technical Institute (FCCTI) adopt a theme for the annual Open House to help engage and recruit prospective students. Description Each year FCCTI cosmetology students select a theme around which to plan the annual Open House. The process sparks the students excitement for … Continue reading Creative Themes for Cosmetology Open House

Promoting Career Awareness and High Priority Occupations Program Areas to Prospective Students through Camps

May 1, 2019webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Recruitment and Retention

At a Glance Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center (CACTC) runs summer and evening camps to raise awareness among prospective students about the CTC and the value of CTE programs it offers. Description The CACTC Workforce Development Coordinator organizes career-themed camps for students in grades 6, 7 and 8. These camps, which typically run for … Continue reading Promoting Career Awareness and High Priority Occupations Program Areas to Prospective Students through Camps

Assessing Student Interest and Skills to Guide Program Placement

May 1, 2019October 15, 2020webadminIndividuals with Disabilities, Recruitment and Retention

At a Glance Students with IEPs who will be attending Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center (CWCTC) complete a career interest inventory and talent assessment program so that they can make informed decisions about which CTE program might best align with their interests and skills. Description The Learning Support Facilitator at CWCTC wanted to improve … Continue reading Assessing Student Interest and Skills to Guide Program Placement

Comprehensive Integration of CTE in School District Mindset and Operations

April 25, 2019webadminCommunications, Recruitment and Retention

At a Glance In the Corry Area School District, the mission and needs of the Career & Technical Center (Corry CTEC) are comprehensively integrated into the school districts overall scope of operation. Through this cohesive operational approach, administrators strive to eliminate the gaps between CTE and academic education in Corry. Description Corry CTECs Supervisor of … Continue reading Comprehensive Integration of CTE in School District Mindset and Operations

Alumni Wall of Fame

February 12, 2019February 12, 2019webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Engagement, Recruitment and Retention

Franklin County Career & Technology Center: Alumni Wall of Fame At a Glance Each year, Franklin County Career & Technology Center (FCCTC) selects two distinguished alumni to be inducted into the Alumni Wall of Fame. Description In 2003 FCCTC began to honor outstanding alumni by electing them to the Alumni Wall of Fame. This project … Continue reading Alumni Wall of Fame

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Using School-Made Videos to Build Relationships

September 22, 2018September 22, 2018webadminAdministrator Leadership, Communications, Engagement, Recruitment and Retention

At a Glance During the 2017-2018 school year, staff members at the Career Institute of Technology (CIT) developed short videos about the CTE programs offered at the school to market the programs to prospective students. The sending districts now use the videos to promote CIT. For example, counselors show the videos to help introduce the … Continue reading Using School-Made Videos to Build Relationships

Technical College High School Pennocks Bridge Campus: 5th Grade Career Exploration Activity

May 23, 2018webadminCareer Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Recruitment and Retention, Student Engagement

At a Glance To help fifth grade students understand the relationship between personal interests, education, training and the world of work, a career exploration event was organized and facilitated by staff and students at the Technical College High School (TCHS) Pickering Campus. Description The event took place from 1:00pm to 3:15p.m. at Octorara Intermediate School. … Continue reading Technical College High School Pennocks Bridge Campus: 5th Grade Career Exploration Activity

A.W. Beattie: Summer Camps

May 14, 2018May 14, 2018webadminCareer Information and Exploration, Parent Engagement, Recruitment and Retention, Student Engagement

At a Glance A.W. Beattie Career Center offers summer career camps for rising 6th through 9th grade students. Description A.W. Beattie Career Center offers 13 summer career camps to rising 6th through 9th graders. Camps address a wide range of interests and run for four days with both half-day and full-day sessions available. Full-day sessions … Continue reading A.W. Beattie: Summer Camps

Schuylkill Technology Center: School Climate Initiative

April 23, 2018September 16, 2020webadminEngaging At Risk Students, Individuals From Economically Disadvantaged Families, Including Low-Income Youth and Adults, Recruitment and Retention, Student Engagement

At a Glance In 2016, Schuylkill Technology Center (STC) implemented the School Climate Initiative based on the work of the National School Climate Center (NSCC). The School Climate Initiative is a comprehensive effort to build strong school-to-student and school-to-family relationships so that students and families are connected and engaged in the school experience. The initiative … Continue reading Schuylkill Technology Center: School Climate Initiative