irection: all students gain direction
through relevant educational and career connection experiences as they prepare
for career success.
(same areas as grades 7-9)
Key features: plan, advisement, course to career guides, integrated curriculum,
job shadowing, internships, teachers as mentors, portfolios, tandem teaching,
on the job training, apprenticeships, work place learning
In addition, our business partnership and commitment is very strong.
Local businesses and industries have hosted teams of teacher interns which
has resulted in changing student educational programs and curricula to better
prepare students to enter the workplace. Business partners have led professional
development seminars and have helped develop curriculum, benchmark assessments,
and exit exams.
School-to-work federal funds and additional grant monies have provided
resources for implementation of school-based, work-based, and connecting
activities. All activities of the Mid-Del Business and Education Career
connection Partnership have been "built", "owned", and
"operated" by school-based and work-based partners in the Mid-Del
community.
Mid-Del Career Connection offers a wide variety of interrelated activities
to support each individual students goals and dreams for their future. Examples
include:
There have been no significant barriers or negative attitudes to overcome.
The strength of the Mid-Del Career Connection is that initiative is an "attitude"
and not a program. The Mid-Del Career Connection includes awareness and
outreach so that all students are served equally.
Mid-Del was named the Outstanding Large District School-to-Work Partnership
in the state and was highlighted at North Central Association in Chicago
this year. The Mid-Del Business and Education Partners believe that it is
critical that the instructional leaders be knowledgeable of the components
of school-to-work and that they are equipped to lead professional development
for their teachers.
Curriculum coordinators and principals could have benefited from having
more in-depth training in order to lead their teachers in the initiative.
"Leadership In A Time of Change'' seminars are currently scheduled
for these groups.
Example 1
WINNING FUTURES - Courtney, age 18, was at her wits end with high school
because she said she couldn't make the connection between what she was learning
and how it would help her be prepared for a job. By the end of her junior
year, she was ready to drop out of high school. She said she was confused
about career choices and was unmotivated about learning opportunities. She
now aspires to be a Medical Laboratory Technologist because of her experience
with her 'WINNING FUTURES" mentor, Warren Eddings, a Medical Arts Laboratory
Histo Technologist. She is now planning to attend Rose State College. "
It was a great experience for me and it's great to know that I'm not going
into the world blind folded," Courtney said.
Example 2
CAR TALK - Following their summer internship experiences at General Motors,
Del City High School teachers returned to create integrated academic and
vocational curriculum centered around the theme which is close to the heart
and mind of every teenager --CARS! Students gathered, analyzed, and organized
information about vehicles and the maintenance of vehicles. Byron, a special
education student at Del City High School, demonstrated his expertise about
cars to his peers during cross peer interviewing. Byron knew a lot about
cars (changing oil, changing tires, putting in starters, etc.). Byron stated,
"The other students knew how to change oil, change tires, and put gas
in cars, but they didn't do it!" "The students I talked to, most
of their parents bought their cars. I bought my own car. I had fun. We all
took part." he added.
Example 3
SCHOOL CITY- Epperly Heights Elementary students turned their school
into a city. Students rant the city by electing their own city officials.
Math, science, social studies, reading, and language skills were reinforces
as students worked out household budgets, kept track of profits and held
their positions as city mayor, banker, police chief, city health officials,
newspaper staff, city sanitation engineers, and storekeepers. Career speakers
visited frequently to share their real work experiences with the children.
All children held a position in the city and fulfilled the responsibility
that went along with the position. Academically gifted as well as academically
challenged students had a job at School City and jobs were important..On February 22, the Ninth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of an FCA claim brought by relators alleging that various lenders and loan servicers made false certifications to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, concluding that claims presented to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac could not give rise to liability under § 3729(b)(2)(A)(i) of the FCA. See U.S. ex rel. Adams v. Aurora Loan Servs., Inc., No....
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The FCA imposes liability on “any person” that makes a false statement in violation of the Act, 31 U.S.C. § 3729(a)(1). Although the Act itself does not define “person,” the Supreme Court has said only that a person cannot include a state or state agency. See Vermont Agnecy of Natural Resources v. Stevens, 529 U.S. 765, 784-85, 788 (2000) (observing that § 3733(l)(4) defines person...
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Have you thought about tasty animations for your next corporate events? 
First of all, the culinary context is an effective way to get away from the formal atmosphere of the workplace. By taking advantage of the friendly atmosphere, it is easier to strengthen the bonds between colleagues, but also between the different hierarchies.
In addition, cooking activities are available to everyone. No physical skills or extensive prior knowledge are required. This gives them a greater potential for integration.
The gustatory animations are pleasant, but will also be an opportunity to learn how to better manage stress in an informal way.
The kitchen finally succeeds in bringing together challenge and pleasure, especially during the design and tasting activities.
. Under the guidance of a chef, the teams will try to create creative menus. At the end of the contest, the recipes will be tasted together.
The taste rally: a mixture of a treasure hunt and a tasting session, the taste rally allows you to explore a city through its many culinary specialties. At the end of the course, participants will have succeeded in putting together a gourmet basket which they will present as a trophy and which they will be able to share during a meal in the open air or in a picturesque place.
The foie gras bar: it is the new trendy gustatory animation, ideally adapted to a team building at the end of the year. the foie gras bar will teach you to better master all the finesse of this essential part of French gastronomy. With the help of a chef, find the best combinations of flavors to enhance its taste. Between the inevitable gingerbread, figs and apricots, the choice is vast.
Wine tasting: together, learn to detect all the subtleties of a good wine. Awaken your senses and share your impressions with the help of a sommelier. With pleasure and moderation, you will better appreciate this treasure of the French cuisine in a good atmosphere.
For a successful team building, make sure that the products used will not trigger allergies. A preliminary survey of the employees is necessary before organizing the gustative animation.
Adapt your theme to calendar events. A workshop during the Easter festivities will be an opportunity for a chocolate workshop. Around the National Holiday, organize an activity based on traditional cuisine. At Christmas, opt for an introduction to foreign cuisines and discover typical dishes from other countries for this holiday.
TheAutentik Events teams will accompany you and advise you on your next personalized gustatory animation during your events!Thursday, October 7, 2010
