Article written by Marjorie Lopez, Director of Education Services – East Coast SIATech Charter High School

 On September 20, 2011 SIATech and the Homestead Job Corps

Center hosted an Open House event for

community and family members so they

could observe both the educational and

career-technical training experiences students

participate in each day. The event

proved beneficial not only for the community

and families but also for trainees nearing

completion of their programs and for

those identified as team leaders. These

students got the opportunity to practice

their public speaking skills in preparation

for future interviews. Trainees also displayed

“Real Learning for Real Life” as

they showcased acquired skills in career

training classes.

Visitors enjoyed an afternoon of departmental

presentations, student demonstrations,

and refreshments as they visited

classrooms and training areas.

After a tour of the SIATech high school

program, parent Ana Gonzalez remarked, “I

wish I had been able to attend a high school

like this. They need more partnerships like

this. I am happy my son has this opportunity.

Thank you for inviting me here.”