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An Information Session for Parents

Talking Opportunities. An Information Session for Parents. Pathways to Opportunity. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION. Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION. Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION.

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An Information Session for Parents

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  1. Talking Opportunities An Information Session for Parents

  2. Pathways to Opportunity

  3. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  4. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  5. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  6. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  7. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  8. The Transition to High School • Talking Opportunities Parent Presentation • Secondary School Guidance Counsellors visit Grade 8 Classes to distribute course selection information packages (Jan/Feb) • Grade 8 Information Evening and Open House at the Secondary School (Dec/Jan/Feb) • Grade 8 Tour of the School (May/June) • Grade 9 Registration Day (Aug) • Grade 9 Parent Information Night (Sept)

  9. Agenda • Introduction and Rationale • Pathways Presentation • Guidance Services and Career Cruising Websites • Q & A

  10. Post-secondary destinations Post-secondary destinations Career Development Interpersonal Development Student Development Skills Development Destination-based courses 10- 11 Destination-based courses 10 - 11 Transition Periods Elementary to secondary 6 - 10 Elementary to secondary 6 - 10 Pathways to Opportunity 6-12 Apprenticeship ~ College ~ Community Living ~ University ~ Workplace OYAP Co-op Programs Work Experience Job Shadowing/ Twinning SCHOOL-WORK PROGRAM ESSENTIAL SKILLS EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY SELF KNOWLEDGE JOURNEY AUTHENTIC/ EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

  11. Most employment sectors have a full range of employment opportunities: scientist engineer technologist technician skilled trades person skilled trades assistant University degree (4-6 yr.) University Degree (4-6 yr.) College diploma (3 yr.) College diploma (2 yr.) Apprenticeship Certification (2-5 yr.) On the job Training (1 – 2 yr.) More conceptual More hands-on

  12. The Pathways • Students in Ontario have many options for post secondary training. • They can choose from 28 colleges, 19 universities, hundreds of private career colleges, over 140 apprenticeship opportunities and on the job training programs.

  13. The Apprenticeship Pathway • a “hands-on” training program that has existed • for 1,000’s of years • one of Ontario’s best kept secrets of post-secondary training

  14. The Skilled Trades • These high demand, highly skilled, highly practical careers are now referred to as “Gold Collar Careers” since many trades people can earn $50,000-$75,000 within 3-5 years of high school graduation • Students and parents need to pay more attention to this pathway as a powerful means of obtaining practical experience and skills, keeping in mind that over 50 % of Ontario’s Grade 9 students do not choose to pursue either a college diploma or a university degree. • YRDSB offers the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) program starting in Grade 11 – students earn high school credits while they explore career opportunities in the skilled trades.

  15. The Principles ofApprenticeship Training • training is experiential (85-90% occurs ‘on-the-job’, and 10-15% takes place in the classroom) • apprentices earn while they learn • success requires competencies in Math, English and Science and an aptitude for applied technology • leads to a wide variety of rewarding careers in the industrial, transportation, construction and service sectors of Ontario’s economy

  16. What are the trades?

  17. The 33 constructiontrades include: Plumber Power Line Worker Refrigeration/AC Mechanic Roofer Steam Fitter Sheet Metal Worker Carpenter Electrician Crane Operator Glazier Drywall Finisher/Plasterer Mason Painter

  18. The 20 motive power trades include: Auto Body Tech. Automotive Painter Auto Service Technician Partsperson Small Engine Mechanic Marine Engine Repairer Heavy Duty Technician Transmission Technician Motorcycle Technician Truck/Coach Technician

  19. The 48 industrialtrades include: Aircraft Mtce. Engineer Blacksmith Cabinetmaker Draftsperson CNC Programmer Facilities Mtce. Mechanic Fitter General Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Industrial Electrician Locksmith Mould Maker Ski lift Mechanic Tool & Die Maker Welder

  20. The 34 servicetrades include: Agriculture Technician Appliance Service Tech Arborist Baker Cook Child/Youth Worker Construction Craft Worker ECE Education Ass’t Pool & Hot Tub/Spa Tech. Retail Meat Cutter Electronic Service Tech Hairstylist Horse Groomer Horticultural Technician IT support analyst Network cabling

  21. Many employment sectors have a full range of training opportunities: Social Work Child & Youth Studies Child & Youth Worker Child & Youth Worker Graduate degree (Masters) University Degree (4-6 yr.) College diploma (3 yr.) Apprenticeship Certification (2-5 yr.) More conceptual More hands-on

  22. Wage Information Trade 1st Yr. Appr. Journeyperson Carpenter $14.08/hr (union) $45-55,000 Brick Mason $14-16/hr $45-55,000 Refrig/AC Tech. $14-17/hr $60,000 + Sheet Metal $14-16/hr $60,000 + Auto Service Tech $10-14/hr $40-50,000 General Machinist $11-13/hr $45-50,000 Tool & Die Maker $14-17/hr $60,000 + Horticulture Tech. $10-14/hr $35,000 ECE $9-10/hr $22,000

  23. TheCollegePathway • Community college programs provide a valuable combination of academic and practical/technical skills training for a specific career • There are almost 600 programs to choose from at Ontario’s community colleges, including Business Administration, Biomedical Technology, Computer Animation, Engineering Technology, Paramedic, and Social Worker • Seneca College tells us that York University is their biggest feeder school as University Grads discover that they require practical job skills in addition to theory

  24. University  College Program links between colleges and universities are increasing dramatically by offering: • joint programs that will provide students with both the theoretical and practical skills required for their career and earn them a degree and a diploma in four years, and, • Multiple opportunities for transfer between colleges and universities exist.

  25. TheUniversityPathway • University programs provide theoretical academic training • In general, there are 5 main types of programs at most universities: • Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences • Life/Health Sciences • Physical/Engineering Sciences • Business/Commerce • Professional programs

  26. TheWorkplacePathway Remember we are all going to work but we enter the workforce at different times in our lives! • There are many viable entry-level job opportunities for students who have completed their OSSD and have workplace experiences. Students who are fast-tracking into the workforce/community directly after high school should: • work with guidance, community-based education, subject teachers, employment centres to create a personal portfolio (resume, cover letters, letters of reference, successes, etc.) to present to prospective employers, and, • be aware that cooperative education is an important component of workplace preparation.

  27. The “New” World of Work: Current Realities of the 21st Century • increased demand for technological literacy skills • decreased demand for unskilled labour • new flexibility in the work place – growing dependence on part-time, contract or free-lance “work” v.s. life-long employment • increase in self-employment (82% of York region employers are small business) • “Life-long career” is being replaced by 6-8 different careers during one’s working life • Commitment to life-long learning a requirement of most employment

  28. Paradigm Shift • OLD: Choose a DESTINATION • “What will you be when ...” • NEW: Follow your HEART • “Who are you now?” • “What are your special skills, abilities, talents, gifts (assets)?” • “Who needs what you like to do?” • “What work arrangements might • make sense?” • “What skills do you need to acquire or enhance to manage your career?”

  29. Our goal is to move this last 24% into the other three categories.

  30. Tips for Parents • Help your teen understand who they are • Honour your teen’s decisions • Help your teen explore a variety of careers and extra-curricular activities • Encourage your teen to apply for a Co-op Education Program • Help your teen develop good work habits

  31. Tips for Parents… • Help your teen build a personal portfolio • Provide advice on money management • Recognize the importance of setting directions for the future by encouraging your teen to: • Consider long-range planning options • Research job opportunities • Set aside time for reflection and discussion

  32. Course Selection for all Pathways Compulsory credits Option credits All students need to be aware of prerequisites for course selection and for post- secondary destinations. Option credits provide opportunities to explore other areas of interest &/or “hands-on” experiential learning opportunities.

  33. Think about your own Career Journey • Help your teen to be mindful of the destination, but focus primarily on the journey. • Remember that pathways are changeable and flexible. As interests, skills and aptitudes develop and mature, there will be many opportunities for your teen to re-chart their journey.

  34. Opening Doors • When our children choose courses for Secondary school it is important that they do some honest self assessment, matching their ability with their interests and aptitudes. • When we choose courses based on a concern about “closing doors” we are suggesting that the door locks behind us. Initial decisions made in grade 8 are not “final” decisions. There are many pathways to the destination they dream of!

  35. Pathways to Opportunity College International Travel/Educ’n Work School Apprenticeship University Private Training Which path will your teen choose?

  36. Career cruising is a web-based career exploration and planning tool that your teen uses to explore career and education options and create a comprehensive career portfolio. It includes the following features: • Interest and skills assessments • Detailed career profiles • Multimedia interviews • Apprenticeship, college and university information • Electronic career portfolio • Resume Builder Check it out at www.careercruising.com

  37. Guidance Services Website • For links to more information on high school programming, the YRDSB course calendar, post-secondary options and career exploration visit www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca/guidance.services Check out the excellent sections entitled “About Grade 9” “About Possible Destinations”

  38. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  39. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  40. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying doing this?

  41. PAUSE FOR REFLECTION Can you see your child earning money while enjoying a career involving one of these?

  42. THERE ARE MANY PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

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