It is a New World Out There: Connecting students to their future… Brenda

Video… https://www.google.ca/search?ei=aMPZW8a_N4O45gLt4ZrgCQ&q=youtube+millennial+job+interview&oq=youtube+-+mill&gs_l=psy-ab.1.2.0i22i30k1l10.178.902.0.3341.4.4.0.0.0.0.236.552.0j2j1.3.0....0...1c.1.64.psy-ab..1.3.551...0.0.brMB3zlZXzE Brenda + Carole

It’s a New World Out There: Connecting students to their future in trades Introductions Brenda Gilmore, Chair, Technology, Trades and Apprenticeship –Conestoga College Rosie Hessian, Chair Community Outreach, Pathways and Youth Engagement – Conestoga College Martha George, President Grand Valley Construction Association Carole Simpson, Executive Director, Workforce Planning Board, Waterloo, Wellington and Dufferin Brenda + all

Offering a wide-range of learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Engaging students to create and discover their potential through innovative programs like SCWI, SHSM, Reach Ahead opportunities and using community resources to help bridge the gap. In this interactive workshop, the college, industry and the Workforce Planning Board will highlight student opportunities and community resources to assist students and teachers in trade pathway planning.

Carole

Debunking Labour Market Myths Industries/Occupations Education requirements Job readiness Youth/older workers Mental health Transferable skills Carole

Student Expectations, Student Expectations Valued/contribution Above entry level Social Media Rosie

Parent Expectations Helicopter Bulldozer Lawnmower Brenda

Opportunities Exposure through different pathways SCWI SHSM College Community Rosie SCWI. SHSM + Brenda COLL

Employer Perceptions Martha -

Questions Comments What resources can we provide schools to help better educate students and parents about career paths -post secondary?