Posts Tagged ‘Workforce Development’
“American Graduate: Getting to Work” Sees Many Opportunities in Homebuilding
A strong economy and tight labor market are creating opportunities for workers willing to swing a hammer, and perhaps much more. As part of the “American Graduate: Getting to Work” series, we followed a group of students from the Kearney School District as they toured home construction sites. “We’re sending a lot of kids straight…
Read More“American Graduate: Getting to Work” Talks to Communities Seeking Firefighters
There’s an old saying that some folks run toward the fire, other folks don’t. Communities across the country are looking for more folks willing to run toward the fire. As part of the “American Graduate: Getting to Work” series, we spoke with firefighters about the rewards and challenges of public safety work. They noted that…
Read More“American Graduate: Getting To Work” With CoderDojo KC Junior Mentors
CoderDojo KC not only teaches local kids how to code, but also how to mentor and encourage one another to share their stories. “CoderDojo is a safe place for kids to learn how to code,’’ explains Founding Mentor Jacob Schwartz. “It’s a place where you can come and feel like you’re amongst your own people.”…
Read More‘I Just Care. They Become Family.’
A Kansas City-area special education teacher wants to find a way for students with disabilities to find jobs once they graduate. She introduced us to a former student of hers who did and shares why it matters.
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