Connecting the dots

By on 10/19/2017   /   Apprenticeship, Career Exploration, Collective Impact, Community College, Education Matters campaign, On-the-job Training, Post High School Education, Trade School, University, Youth Development   /   1 Comment
Connecting the dots

Connecting the dots Educators, families and businesses familiar with our message know that Douglas County Partners for Student Success and the Umpqua Valley STEAM Hub have been spreading the word about the numerous paths that can lead youth to high-demand, high-wage jobs. As the 2017-18 academic year continues,

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Field research

By on 08/21/2017   /   Apprenticeship, Businesses/Organizations, Career Exploration, Collective Impact, Education Matters campaign, Educator, On-the-job Training, Opportunities, Partners, Post High School Education, School Years, Youth, Youth Development   /   Leave a comment
Field research

Field research Sutherlin company hosts local students exploring job options Expanding Horizons camps organizers say they want to expose kids to potential career ideas – and, moreover, to jobs offered by local employers. It’s a “grow your own” workforce mentality that aims to boost the local economy. That

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Strong foundations

By on 08/21/2017   /   Career Exploration, Collective Impact, Education Matters campaign, Opportunities, Partners, Post High School Education, School Years, Youth   /   Leave a comment
Strong foundations

Strong foundations North Douglas camp offers engineering challenges Seismic energy produced a variety of reactions on a summer Monday afternoon at North Douglas High School, ranging from groans and face-palms to whoops and high fives. Disappointment or joy hinged on one factor: How sturdy is your pasta/candy tower?

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