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This program, led by Amy Harrelson, aims to bridge the skills gap for high school students in East and Central Georgia. By focusing on training service providers, utilizing regional partnerships in energy and biosciences, and implementing essential skills gap training techniques, we prepare students for successful careers. Our strategies include work readiness assessments, graduation test preparation, technology integration, career pathway exploration, and more. Engage your school administration, faculty, and students in innovative approaches to career and personal development.
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Work Ready Regions Round 2 High School Skills Gap Training Amy Harrelson aharrelson@heartofgatech.edu (478) 274-3010 July 22, 2010
Regional Gold Percentages East Central Georgia Energy Conduit South Georgia Bioscience Southwest Georgia Bioscience Supply Chain Management Crescent Wiregrass
Uses of Skills Gap Training for High School Students • Work Ready Assessment Preparation • Graduation Test Preparation • Incorporate in Technology or CTAE Classes • Explore Career Pathways • Career Research • College Searches & Financial Aid Information • Cost of Living Calculators & Income Information
How to get your High Schools to Participate • Administration – Get Their Support! • Increase HSGR/Improve AYP Status • Shows DOE/BOE Innovative Ideas • Teaching Staff – Show The Benefit! • Use in Classroom • Personal Improvement • Student Tracking • Students – Enable The Fun! • Career/Life Pyramid • Personality Assessments