JOB CORPS Finals were over and all that was left for Dominique Moore to do was walk across the stage at Mt. Hood Community College and accept her Associate of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. She hadn’t thought about graduation day and on the spot she tried to gather her...
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Springdale Job Corps Center Graduate Success- Anya Goss
When Anya Goss arrived at Springdale Job Corps Center she knew she had no time to waste. The Pharmacy Technician graduate (July 2018) spoke about how Springdale Job Corps Center helped her. What led you to Job Corps? During high school, I had an idea of what I wanted...
Springdale Job Corps Center volunteers at Oregon Food Bank
Springdale Job Corps Center students spent an evening in February packing oranges and potatoes at the Oregon Food Bank. After working through a sea of produce, they learned how much of an impact their efforts had: a total of 18,406lbs of oranges and 10,027lbs of...
Springdale Job Corps Center hosts Blood Drive
Springdale Job Corps Center hosted a very successful blood drive with the American Red Cross. The student-lead drive registered 33 donors with 23 of those donating for the first time. The Red Cross collected 27 units of blood, breaking down to each donor helping up to...
Springdale Job Corps Center participates in Read Across America Day
Springdale Job Corps Center had three students volunteer for Read Across America Day at Corbett Grade School. The two-hour reading event took place February 28, 2019 and gave Springdale students the opportunity to read to five classes ranging from kindergarten to...
Springdale Student Success- Joseph Kelly
Joseph Kelly didn't know where his life was headed until he came to Springdale. His time on campus helped him figure out what he wanted for his life. https://vimeo.com/289207021?activityReferer=1
Springdale highlighted on local TV program
Springdale Job Corps Center was given the opportunity to share information on the TV program Community Hotline. Center Director Naomi Ulsted and Automotive Collision Repair & Refinish student Carlos Bibian were tasked with providing viewers all that Springdale and...
Springdale Graduate Spotlight- Timmy Khanthavong
Timmy Khanthavong Graduation Year: 2018 Trade: Protective Services What did the graduate do before Job Corps? What led him/her to the program? I was in high school when I heard about Job Corps, I think I was 16. My grades started to slip so that’s when my parents...
PIVOT Alumni Spotlight- Rhianna Johnson
As the Career Development Director of the Sacramento Job Corps Center, Rhianna Johnson keeps busy overseeing several departments: Academics, Career Preparation, Career & Technical Training, and Career Transition Services. It’s a big effort to make sure the 300...
Accuracy and Speed Drill at Springdale Job Corps Center
Every Thursday, the Pharmacy Technician students of Springdale Job Corps Center practice to make sure their prescriptions are correct. The accuracy and speed drill pushes our students to maintain focus and to be efficient. https://vimeo.com/279460211
Springdale Job Corps Center Junk Yard Golf
Springdale Job Corps Center hosts Junk Yard Golf as a way for staff and students to be mindful of the amount of waste used on campus. The design and construction of holes promotes team building, effective communication, and critical thinking!...
Springdale Job Corps Center 5K Run/Walk
Each spring, Springdale Job Corps Center hosts the Team Challenge as a way to promote the importance of good physical and mental health. The month-long challenge is designed to appeal to all students regardless of their current level of personal health. The theme,...
Springdale Job Corps Center Students Selected for Advanced Career Training
The Advanced Career Training program is one of Springdale Job Corps Centers most valued opportunities for students. The partnership developed with Mt. Hood Community College allows students the chance to to attend college classes, while continuing to live at...
Springdale Job Corps Center Student Success Q&A with Samantha Feagins
Samantha Feagins- 20, Milwaukie, OR, Health Occupations Samantha Feagins (pronounced Fay-ghins) is a great example of a student taking advantage of all that Job Corps has to offer. She recently earned her Certified Nursing Assistant certification while at Springdale...
Springdale Job Corps Center Student Success- Edwin Barajas
Getting kicked out high school in ninth grade really limited the career options for Edwin Barajas. His freshman year consisted of skipping school or showing up to class and not completing any work. Stubbornness also kept him from enrolling at another school because he...
Springdale Job Corps Center Student Success- Maggie Cassidy
The journey to Springdale Job Corps Center had a few detours for Pharmacy Technician student Maggie Cassidy. As high school graduation approached, Cassidy didn’t know what she wanted to do for a career. She was working full-time, but wasn’t too happy with her...
Springdale Pharmacy Technician Students Show Off Their Skills
Pharmacy Technician students practice the skills they learn in class on staff “patients.”
Springdale CNA Students Use Skills to Help
Springdale’s CNA students use volunteering to practice skills learned in the classroom.
Springdale Students Recognize Safety & Consent for Sexual Assualt Awareness & Prevention Month
April was National Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month, which shines a light on sexual assault and how it impacts our communities. Springdale JCC's Wellness Manager Jessica Anderson wanted students to contribute to the discussion about preventing sexual...
Protective Service Students at Springdale JCC Bring Some Light to the Holidays
As part of their training this year, students Zachary Buckman and Seth Cornett worked at the tree lighting ceremony in downtown Troutdale, Oregon.