1. Alexandria Seaport Foundation A Proven Educational Pathway
Kathy Seifert, Director of Development
Alexandria Seaport Foundation
October 7, 2015
Maritime Education and Training Summit

2. Focused Education Strategy
Apprentice Program
Hands-on learning using boatbuilding
Rapid transition towards employment or continuing education
Middle School Math Program
Hands-on learning to strengthen math skills
Program conducted at school during school day and after school
October 7, 2015
Maritime Education and Training Summit

3. Maritime Education and Training Summit - 2015
Apprentice Program
Population Served:
18-22 years of age
Diverse gender, race, backgrounds
Underserved
Many lack HS Diploma
Method:
Employed in boatshop
High ratio of instructors and volunteers to Apprentices
Individualized educational focus
Measurable Objectives:
Improved Life Skills
Competency Attainment
Employment
Continuing Education
October 7, 2015
Maritime Education and Training Summit

4. Middle School Math Program
Population Served:
Middle Schools in Alexandria & Arlington
6th - 8th Grades
At-Risk for Math and other competencies
Method:
Hands-on projects
At school during regular class schedule
At school, after school
Measurable Objectives:
Improved Math Competency
Improved Overall Academic Performance
Alexandria City Public Schools 2011 Partners in Education Award Recipient, Superintendent‘s Award of Excellence (for work in the middle schools)
Recently awarded contract to continue MSM Program in School Year.
October 7, 2015
Maritime Education and Training Summit

5. Pathways ??? Advanced Degree BS Degree High School Middle School
Employment
Elementary School
Middle School
High School
BS Degree
Advanced Degree
ASF Apprentice Program
Community College
???
Employment
Employment
Specialized Job Training
October 7, 2015
Maritime Education and Training Summit

6. Maritime Education and Training Summit - 2015
Additional Impact
Community awareness; events
Community engagement; volunteers
Building-to-Teach Program Creation and spin-out
Teaching With Small Boats Alliance
Hosted 2010 Conference
Participated in Steering Committee and all Conferences
October 7, 2015
Maritime Education and Training Summit

7. Maritime Education and Training Summit - 2015
Thank you!
Kathy Seifert
Director of Development
Alexandria Seaport Foundation
October 7, 2015
Maritime Education and Training Summit