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York County School of Technology: Linking Life Skill Students with CTE Programs that Align with Their Interests and Skills

Posted on Categories Individuals with Disabilities, Special Populations

At a Glance The YTECH-X program at the York County School of Technology (York Tech) offers life skill students from 14 school districts in York County the opportunity to attend York Tech in 11th grade and experience six different technical programs for three weeks at a time. The students then select one of the technical … Continue reading York County School of Technology: Linking Life Skill Students with CTE Programs that Align with Their Interests and Skills

Franklin County Career and Technology Center: Precision Machining Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Engagement, Uncategorized

At a Glance The Franklin County Career and Technology Center (FCCTC) partnered with area manufacturers to provide customized training for precision machining and basic CNC processes to address a shortage of skilled labor in the region.  The CNC Operator program targets displaced as well as incumbent workers. Description Based on input from its partnering companies … Continue reading Franklin County Career and Technology Center: Precision Machining Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Upper Bucks County Technical School: Collaborating with Local Workforce Development Board to Create Improved Workforce and Economic Conditions

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Engagement

At a Glance Upper Bucks County Technical School and the Bucks County Workforce and Economic Development of Bucks County collaborate and coordinate services to help prepare students for high skill, wage, and demand occupations in current and emerging professions.  Description Upper Bucks County Technical School and the Bucks County Workforce and Economic Development of Bucks … Continue reading Upper Bucks County Technical School: Collaborating with Local Workforce Development Board to Create Improved Workforce and Economic Conditions

Middle Bucks Institute of Technology: Partnership with the Workforce Development Board to Promote Business & Industry through Workplace Videos

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Engagement

At a Glance Middle Bucks Institute of Technology is partnering with the Bucks County Career Pathways Partnership and the Bucks County Workforce Development Board to create a series of “A Day in the Life” workplace videos showcasing area business partners. The goal of the videos is to help students gain a better understanding of the … Continue reading Middle Bucks Institute of Technology: Partnership with the Workforce Development Board to Promote Business & Industry through Workplace Videos

Carlisle Area School District: Equus CareerLink Workforce Youth Development Program

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Engagement

At a Glance The Carlisle Area School District partnered with the South-Central Workforce Development Board (SCPa Works) to provide underserved students with greater access to career training and employment opportunities. Description Leaders in the Carlisle Area School District (CASD) wanted to help youth and young adults from underserved populations learn about careers and find a … Continue reading Carlisle Area School District: Equus CareerLink Workforce Youth Development Program

Venango Technology Center: Multiple Tiered System of Support (MTSS)

Posted on Categories Crosscutting Strategies, Special Populations

At a Glance Venango Technology Center (VTC) uses a Multiple Tiered System of Support (MTSS) to proactively implement interventions for students who face barriers to learning. Description VTC administrators and faculty recognize the importance of supporting at-risk students and providing them the resources and tools they need to overcome challenges. However, their usual efforts to … Continue reading Venango Technology Center: Multiple Tiered System of Support (MTSS)