It is a New World Out There: Connecting students to their future… Brenda
Video… https://www.google.ca/search?ei=aMPZW8a_N4O45gLt4ZrgCQ&q=youtube+millennial+job+interview&oq=youtube+-+mill&gs_l=psy-ab.1.2.0i22i30k1l10.178.902.0.3341.4.4.0.0.0.0.236.552.0j2j1.3.0....0...1c.1.64.psy-ab..1.3.551...0.0.brMB3zlZXzE Brenda + Carole
It’s a New World Out There: Connecting students to their future in trades Introductions Brenda Gilmore, Chair, Technology, Trades and Apprenticeship –Conestoga College Rosie Hessian, Chair Community Outreach, Pathways and Youth Engagement – Conestoga College Martha George, President Grand Valley Construction Association Carole Simpson, Executive Director, Workforce Planning Board, Waterloo, Wellington and Dufferin Brenda + all
Offering a wide-range of learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Engaging students to create and discover their potential through innovative programs like SCWI, SHSM, Reach Ahead opportunities and using community resources to help bridge the gap. In this interactive workshop, the college, industry and the Workforce Planning Board will highlight student opportunities and community resources to assist students and teachers in trade pathway planning.
Carole
Debunking Labour Market Myths Industries/Occupations Education requirements Job readiness Youth/older workers Mental health Transferable skills Carole
Student Expectations, Student Expectations Valued/contribution Above entry level Social Media Rosie
Parent Expectations Helicopter Bulldozer Lawnmower Brenda
Opportunities Exposure through different pathways SCWI SHSM College Community Rosie SCWI. SHSM + Brenda COLL
Employer Perceptions Martha -
Questions Comments What resources can we provide schools to help better educate students and parents about career paths -post secondary?