College and Career Pathways – Page 4

Welding Program Industry Partnership

January 22, 2017January 25, 2017webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways

At a Glance Instructors in the welding program at Jeff Tech have formed a partnership with Matheson Valley Gases, Inc., a local supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases and gas-handling equipment. Overview In an effort to promote strong relationships with local businesses, Jeff Tech has formed a close partnership with Gary Kahle and Matheson … Continue reading Welding Program Industry Partnership

Expanding Student Internship Programs in Berks County School Districts

January 22, 2017January 25, 2017webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Work-based learning

At a Glance The Berks Business Education Coalition supports and promotes career education initiatives in Berks County schools. Overview In 1992, Berks County business leaders formed the Berks Business Education Coalition (BBEC) to develop and support promising initiatives in Berks County schools. The coalition determined that a primary focus should be career education, a focus … Continue reading Expanding Student Internship Programs in Berks County School Districts

Building Strong Business and Industry Partnerships

November 7, 2016November 15, 2016webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways

At a Glance The Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center works together with business and industry partners in many ways to prepare students for post-high school careers. Overview Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center (SCCTC) partners with local business and industry partners to provide students with real-world experience and the ability to further investigate their … Continue reading Building Strong Business and Industry Partnerships

Cooperative Education Program

October 24, 2016October 26, 2016webadminCareer Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Project-based Learning

At a Glance The Cooperative Education Program at A.W. Beattie Career Center offers all students, regardless of their education level, work-based learning opportunities linked to post-secondary education and employment. Overview A.W. Beattie Career Center (AWBCC) is a regional career technical school that offers eighteen Career Pathways for students in grades 10-12. The Center enrolls approximately … Continue reading Cooperative Education Program

Support for Post-Secondary Transitions

October 11, 2016October 26, 2016webadminCareer Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Postsecondary Transitions

At a Glance Lebanon County Career and Technology Center offers a variety of programs to help students learn about and explore post-secondary opportunities. Overview Administrators, teachers, and counselors at Lebanon County Career and Technology Center provide innovative supports that increase students college and career awareness. Their goal is to help students make a successful transition … Continue reading Support for Post-Secondary Transitions

Engaging Industry Through a Student-Lead Speakers Series

September 21, 2016webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Student Engagement

At a Glance Students in the DECA chapter at State College Area High School planned and implemented a speaker series featuring business professionals from the community. Overview At State College Area High School, students in the DECA chapter organized a speaker series that is designed to provide students an opportunity to hear local business professionals … Continue reading Engaging Industry Through a Student-Lead Speakers Series

Dining At The White House Project

June 16, 2016webadminCareer Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Employability Skills, Project-based Learning

At a Glance The culinary instructor at Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School brought the non-fiction story of former White House Chef John Moeller, Dining at the White House into the classroom, and to life, with an impactful and authentic State-like dinner cooking experience with Chef Moeller. Overview In this project, students were asked to make a … Continue reading Dining At The White House Project

Health Information Management and Medical Records Technology Community Partnerships

June 5, 2016October 15, 2020webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, English Learners, Individuals From Economically Disadvantaged Families, Including Low-Income Youth and Adults, Student Engagement, Work-based learning

At a Glance Multiple partnerships have been developed between Jules E. Mastbaum Area Vocational Technical School, postsecondary institutions, and organizations in an effort to provide economically disadvantaged urban youth with experiences that empower them to interact effectively and professionally with adults. Overview To engage students in the healthcare system and prepare them for college, career, … Continue reading Health Information Management and Medical Records Technology Community Partnerships

ManuFest Youth Manufacturing Expo

June 2, 2016June 2, 2016webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways

At a Glance The ManuFest Expo in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is an annual, half-day event designed to introduce and expose high school students and their parents to the manufacturing sector, the high-demand careers within the industry, and the postsecondary institutions that offer related degree and training programs. Overview ManuFest is an initiative of the Montgomery … Continue reading ManuFest Youth Manufacturing Expo

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Welding Industry Partnerships

May 29, 2016June 2, 2016webadminBusiness, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Recruitment and Retention

At a Glance The welding program at A. Philip Randolph Career And Technical High School has garnered the support of several large area employers. Overview A. Philip Randolph Career And Technical High School is a large urban high school housed in a refurbished manufacturing plant. In 2012, administrators decided to reinstate the welding program, which … Continue reading Welding Industry Partnerships