JOB CORPS From October 24 - 28, 2016, the Student Government Association (SGA) from Cleve-land Job Corps joined SGA leaders from other Job Corps centers across the country at Camp Horizons Fall 2016 SGA Leadership Conference in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The four-day conference...
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The Cleveland 2016 CJCC SGA MISSION STATEMENTS
The Cleveland Job Corps Center’s (CJCC) Student Government Association (SGA) is the voice of the stu-dent body; and works to promote a positive culture on campus. They work with staff on issues to enhance the academic, social and vocational advancement of all the CJCC...
Veterans Are Always Appreciated at the Alaska Job Corps Center
Alaska Job Corps is a continual supporter of Veterans, both as students and staff. The above picture shows a large celebration near Veterans Day, emceed by the City of Palmer Mayor, Edna DeVries.
Alaska Job Corps Students leave With A Job
Transition Team is Cranking There is a new energy in the back of the house. The Alaska Job Corps is well known for its training programs and residential program. But becoming certified is not the end of the story. It is actually the beginning of another more...
Alaska Job Corps is part of College Culture Day
It was a day of connection and culture at the Mat Su College. Over 50 Alaska Job Corps Native Alaskan students joined in the potlucks, singing, dancing, drumming and conversations that continued all day at the Machatanz theater. The College’s Native Cultures Club...
First Workforce Summit brings Crowd to Alaska Job Corps
Amazing Workforce Summit at Alaska Job Corps Center “How did you get so many employers to this function?” was the frequently asked question at the Alaska Job Corps Workforce Summit on November 17. The full size basketball court was packed with CEO’s, managing...
Keeping Energy High at the Alaska Job Corps Center
Winter darkness is pervasive in the higher latitudes and along with the darkness comes feelings of sadness and often depression. Recognizing this fact is a part of ongoing counseling and concern at the Alaska Job Corps Center. We know that employment training and...
Potomac Job Corps Partners with Ballou STAY High School
On November 30, 2016, the BCL and Academic Manager met with Mr. Grandson, Coordinator and Mr. Miller, Counselor from the Ballou STAY Program. We discussed the possibilities of re-establishing our former partnership with Ballou in assisting Potomac students in...
SJCC Students at the Annual Turkey Giveaway!
Every year, Office of Assembly Member Jim Cooper of the 9th District puts on an Annual Turkey Giveaway and Wellness Fair, which includes various health services, such as free haircuts, dental services, flu shots, and much more. On November 22nd, Sacramento Job Corps...
ALMS Student of the Year – Carolina Gutierrez!
On behalf of Sacramento Job Corps Center, we would like to give special recognition to Carolina Gutierrez! This year, Carolina has been involved in the ALMS, or All Leaders Must Serve, program. All Leaders Must Serve (ALMS) is a job readiness program formed to empower...
HEM Union’s 50th Anniversary Event!
The IUOE (International Union Operating Engineer) NTF (National Training Fund) had our 50th anniversary this year. They celebrated their partnership on Thursday by inviting people from the community and staff from our center. IUOE has been providing training to the...
Potomac SGA and Community Living Partner for Results!
SGA in conjunction with the Community Living staff conducted a "How Are We Doing Survey" with the students today during both lunch periods in the cafeteria. This is a way to keep a pulse on the student culture. Students were asked 1) Do you feel comfortable talking to...
CTS Career Fair 2016
On November 16th, 2016 Sacramento Job Corps Center's Career Services Department held a Career Fair for the students to attend. We had an amazing turnout of about 32 vendors. Students participated by conversing with vendors about different opportunities they have...
Potomac Job Corps Center – Honors Veterans
On Friday, November 11, 2016, the Potomac Job Corps Center honored our Veterans by hosting a celebration in recognition of the service they rendered for the benefit of our country. The program consisted of songs, poetry and words of thanks by Commander Jonathan...
Blue Ridge Job Corps Students learn Leaderships skills, and meet National Director
November 1-4, six ambassadors from Blue Ridge Job Corps attended a leadership camp hosted by Camp Horizons. The four day camp fucused on civic duty, and it challenged all ten Job Corps present to come up with ways they could make their centers better through civic...
Sacramento Job Corps Student Vote in the 2016 Presidential Election
On Tuesday, November 8th, a bus load of Sacramento Job Corps students were taken to the polls to vote. Shown below is five male students sporting their "I Voted" stickers and showing their support for the 2016 Presidential Election.
Potomac Job Corps Center Participate in the 2016 Presidential Elections
On November 8, 2016, Potomac Job Corps Center's BCL and CSIO took a bus load of students to the polls. They were anxious to cast their votes in this years' Presidential Election. Although, we encountered some opposition, including long lines and disgruntled voters,...
PIVOT JCC Partners With Local Org for Resume Writing Event
PIVOT Employment Specialist Jessica Corpuel is focused on making sure students are as prepared as they possibly can be for the job market. Between matching them to work-based learning internships that frequently lead to job placements, working with them on their...
Carl D. Perkins Job Corps assist with “Think Pink Event”
Staff and student spent Saturday morning, October 29, 2016 supporting the Think Pink Event sponsored by Highlands Regional Medical Center. Perkins Culinary prepared 150 lunches for the free community event. Students also had the opportunity to visit several vendors...
CLEVELAND JOB CORPS AMERICORPS
On February 28, 2016, La’Stassia Shamble’tell began a new chapter in her life at the Cleveland Job Corps Cen-ter. The twenty-one-year-old Bedford, Ohio native earned a certification in Medical Office Support. “Don’t let other people stop you from your success, and...