Grades 7-12: Exploring Your Career Potential

 

Dave Leedy spent 30 plus years as a high school teacher. During this period he collected anecdotes from students and staff as to how people become successful. He truly believes that you are not born to be successful you make your success by how you live everyday and your positive thoughts. Today, as a professional motivational public speaker, he travels around the nation. Dave delivers his message dressed as a “super hero” – that’s right, a 60+ year-old man in tights and a cape. He wants to convey that you too can be a super hero if you treat yourself and others with respect and dignity. Students can reach their highest potential and success in a career but not without giving something to others. We all must stand up for ourselves and be a super hero in our actions toward others. It doesn’t matter what our career choices are, it matters how we get there and who we helped along the way – everybody needs somebody. Join Dave as he shares his thoughts and shows students how what they do today definitely affects their career potential.

March 15, 2010, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

$75.00

50-minutes

Bob Stricker
bob@soita.org
150 East Sixth Street
Franklin, OH  45005
United States
Phone: (937) 746-6333 ext. 120
Fax: (937) 746-1029

Grades 7-12: Careers in Speech Therapy

Join with a practicing speech therapist from the Atrium Medical Center as she shares the education and training required to enter the field of speech therapy and other allied health professions. She will also discuss her real-life experiences in patient care in both the hospital setting and in private practice. Students from participating middle schools and high schools will have the opportunity to ask questions and explore issues with a professional practitioner.

Bob Stricker
bob@soita.org
150 East Sixth Street
Franklin, OH  45005
United States
Phone: (937) 746-6333 ext. 120
Fax: (937) 746-1029

March 25, 2010
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
$75.00

50 Minutes

Grades 7-12: Green Construction and Design Videoconference **FREE**

MAGPI has a few spaces open in this new program, which is now open to non-MAGPI members. We hope you and your students can participate! Interested sites must test their videoconference connection on Wednesday, February 26th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST or on Monday, March 1st from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST.

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Real World Careers: Green Construction and Design Videoconference
A Conversation with Nic Darling (Postgreen) and Brian Miller (Green Jobs Academy)

Date: Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST

Audience: Students in Grades 9-12; Open to MAGPI and Non-MAGPI Members with H.323 videoconferencing capabilities and connections to their state or national research and education network

More Information/Registration: http://www.magpi.net/Community/Programs/Real-World-Careers-Green-Design-and-Construction

Cost: Free!

Green architecture, design and construction is the wave of the future. But what kind of jobs are available in this industry? And what kind of training/education do you need to pursue a career? On March 2nd, we'll be hosting a panel discussion with Nic Green (Chief Marketing Officer of PostGreen and the $100K House Project) and Brian Miller (Director of the Green Jobs Academy at Bucks County Community College). You'll hear about the career paths of each of these individuals, their current projects and have an opportunity to ask questions!

This new series brings dynamic career professionals into classrooms via videoconferencing. Panelists talk about their professional life/career path for 5-7 minutes (props or demonstrations are encouraged!) and then entertain questions from your students.

Careers in Web Design

CAREERS IN WEB DESIGN” with Josh Keckley

REGISTER Online for ALL Videoconferences: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm

Target audience: students in grades 7-12

Times: Tuesday, March 2 9:00 – 9:45 and 10:00 – 10:45 AM (CENTRAL time zone)

Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation, and then

15-20 minute Q & A

Cost: $75 per site

Questions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Join Josh Keckley as he presents a videoconference about becoming a Web Designer (may also be known as Web Programmer, Web Developer, Internet developer, and WebMaster). Whatever the title, Web designers are responsible for day-to-day web site creation and design. Web designers are a combination of graphic designers or artists, and technical computer programmers. They work with all of the elements of a web site, text, images, graphics, and more, to come up with functional, interesting, and user-friendly web site designs.

The education and training requirements to be a web designer are not set in stone and may vary significantly depending on the size and type of organization that they work for, and the sophistication of that organization's web "presence". In some cases, associate's degrees, certificate programs, or even just relevant experience may be enough to get a job.

All the Best,

Patsy Partin, M.Ed
Director, Virtual School
Vanderbilt University
2007 Terrace Place
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 322-6384
www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool

Grades 7-12: Careers in Construction: Electrical and HVAC **FREE to Members**

2009-10
WVIZ/PBS ideastream
Career Exploration Series

Program:
“Careers in Construction”
Trade Specific: Electrical and HVAC

Nearly 700,000 electricians and 300,000 HVAC (heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration) mechanics and installers construct and maintain electrical and HVAC systems in homes, businesses and factories across the United States. Careers in both areas are anticipated to grow with good job opportunities for those with proper training and skills.

Join panel members Chris Aguilar, R.J. Martin Electrical Contracting, Inc. and Rob Kraus, University of Akron as they discuss how you can launch a rewarding career as an electrician or HVAC technician, including information on:
• The education and training you’ll need
• Where you can get this training
• Apprenticeships, Certifications and Licensure
• Career paths and options
• What you can expect on the job

Our panel members look forward to answering your questions about these construction trades.

Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010

Time: Session #1 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Session #2 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.

Transmission Modes: NOTA and eTech/Ohio State IP Networks

Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by January 26th.

A program fee of $75.00 will be charged to schools not in the NOTA or NORTH2 member districts. Please process a purchase order to WIVZ/PBS Distance Learning, c/o John Ramicone, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44115 and fax a copy or the p.o. number to 216-916-6361.

Grades 10-12: Careers in Engineering

February 24, 2010

CAREERS in ENGINEERING
Target Audience		Education: Grade(s): 10, 11, 12
Primary Disciplines		Career Education, Community Interests, Sciences, Technology/Information Science
Program Description		Engineers design products, machinery to build those products, plants in which those products are made, and the systems that ensure the quality of the products and the efficiency of the workforce and manufacturing process. Engineers design, plan, and supervise the construction of buildings, highways, and transit systems. They develop and implement improved ways to extract, process, and use raw materials, such as petroleum and natural gas. They develop new materials that both improve the performance of products and take advantage of advances in technology. They harness the power of the sun, the Earth, atoms, and electricity for use in supplying the Nation?s power needs, and create millions of products using power. They analyze the impact of the products they develop or the systems they design on the environment and on people using them. Engineering knowledge is applied to improving many things, including the quality of healthcare, the safety of food products, and the operation of financial systems.

$75.00


Contact:
Chandra Allison
615.322.6511
chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades 7-12: Careers from Soita

Thursday, March 4
STEM: Exploring Careers in Electrical Engineering
"Engineering: Trying to walk a straight line when the real world is curvy"
The real world of engineering is not always a simple transition from college to the workforce. This presentation will focus on how the political climate, world events, and friendships can affect an engineer's career. Join with a research & development engineer from Booz | Allen | Hamilton as he discusses his educational background, the path he took to get to where he is now, his real-life experiences in the engineering world.

Thursday, March 11
Exploring Careers in Parks and Recreation
Engage with the Communications/Marketing Manager from the City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department as she shares the education and training necessary to enter the field of Parks & Recreation, as well as the potential for job growth and benefits. She will also share information about various opportunities and facilities available with the City of Kettering - much more than basketball and swimming! Students from participating middle schools and high schools will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss issues with this professional.

Friday, March 12
Exploring Careers in Real Estate Sales
Real estate sales have been depressed during these tough economic times. Existing homes on the market are plentiful but buyers are hesitant. Finding the right home for the right buyer is the desire of a real estate professional. Jason White, real estate advisor for residential and light commercial properties in southwest Ohio, prides himself with finding the correct fit. He states that the fit comes with more than the price. You have to find the property that "feels" like a place where you would like to live and/or raise a family. Whether he represents the buyer or the seller you have to get to know the personalities and wants and desires and match those with available properties or potential buyers. Jason realizes that buying or selling a home is probably the single largest transaction that the client has ever made and therefore must create confidence that all aspects are being handled professionally to the full extent of the law. Jason will share with students the types of classes he has taken, what students can do now to be prepared, and his thoughts about home sales in the future.

Monday, March 15
Exploring Your Career Potential
Dave Leedy spent 30 plus years as a high school teacher. During this period he collected anecdotes from students and staff as to how people become successful. He truly believes that you are not born to be successful you make your success by how you live everyday and your positive thoughts. Today, as a professional motivational public speaker, he travels around the nation. Dave delivers his message dressed as a "super hero" - that's right, a 60+ year-old man in tights and a cape. He wants to convey that you too can be a super hero if you treat yourself and others with respect and dignity. Students can reach their highest potential and success in a career but not without giving something to others. We all must stand up for ourselves and be a super hero in our actions toward others. It doesn't matter what our career choices are, it matters how we get there and who we helped along the way - everybody needs somebody. Join Dave as he shares his thoughts and shows students how what they do today definitely affects their career potential.

Thursday, March 25
Exploring Careers in Speech Therapy
Join with a practicing speech therapist from the Atrium Medical Center as she shares the education and training required to enter the field of speech therapy and other allied health professions. She will also discuss her real-life experiences in patient care in both the hospital setting and in private practice. Students from participating middle schools and high schools will have the opportunity to ask questions and explore issues with a professional practitioner.


Cost? $50 per session for SOITA Comprehensive member schools; $75 for all others.

Click for the registration form.

Want to place a test call? Dial our system any time:
216.48.137.41

Questions?
Contact bob@soita.org
800-964-8211

Grades 7-12: High Tech Manufacturing and BioMedical Technology

WVIZ and MAGNET Present A FREE Distance Program in High Tech Manufacturing and BioMedical Technology

featuring


Syncro Medical Innovations manufacturers and sells the Syncro BlueTube™ to hospitals across the country. This product helps provide nutrition to critically ill patients that cannot eat normally.

In addition, Syncro is actively involved with research and development to create new products for the growing medical manufacturing industry. A small, entrepreneurial company – Syncro Medical Innovations is poised to grow big!

Two of their executive team members are looking forward to sharing more about the company, their products, how they come up with new product ideas and then test those ideas – and what it’s like to work in an environment where each and every person’s contribution directly affects the bottom line.

•Company President Gary Wakeford with an extensive background in sales and management. Mr. Wakeford was recruited by a venture capital company to start Syncro Medical Innovations.

•Marketing Director Vanessa Shields background is in product management, marketing and working with high tech medical device companies. Ms. Shields will discussion will include highlighting the world renowned scientific advisory board that guides the company’s work.

Your students shouldn’t miss this very entrepreneurial presentation about careers in one of the fastest growing industries in Ohio.

Date: Thursday, March 4th

Time: Session 1 9:00 to 9:45 a.m Session 2 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.

Transmission Mode: NOTA and eTech/Ohio IP Networks

Schools interested in participating in this program should contact John Ramicone at: 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by March 1st.

This is High Tech Manufacturing Program is sponsored by MAGNET and FREE to all participating schools.