Presentation to the Princeton School BoardDOL CBJT Grant

Marlene MixaOutreach Coordinator

CBJT Grant Project

Presentation Outline

• Introduction• DOL Community Based Jobs Training Grant–Overview– Components

• Main Objectives for K-12 Schools• Proposals for Activities• Grant Services Available

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Introduction

Marlene MixaOutreach Coordinator

Community Based Jobs Training Grant Project

Marlene Mixa October 13, 2009

DOL CBJT Grant Overview• Three Year, $2.0 Million Grant• Focus on Advanced Manufacturing• Six County Area– Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, and Pine (MN)– Burnett and Polk (WI)

• Partnership– Educational Institutions– Businesses and Industries– Community Organizations– Government Agencies– Citizens

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DOL CBJT Grant Components• Education and Training– High School and College Students– Incumbent Workers– Dislocated Workers and Underemployed Workers

• Career Awareness Raising– College and Career Fairs– Technology Events– Presentations to Math, Science, and Tech Ed Classes– Workshops for K-12 Teachers, Counselors, and Staff

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DOL CBJT Grant Components• New Curriculum Development

– Automation– Advanced Machining– Plastics Extrusion– Rapid Prototyping and Reverse Engineering– Welding

• Mobile Manufacturing Lab– TIG Welding– Automated Material Handling– CNC Lathe and CNC Mill– Plastics Extrusion and Injection Mold

• Distance – Eliminating Equipment (ITV Sites)Marlene Mixa October 13, 2009

DOL CBJT GrantMain Objectives for K-12 Schools

Educate Students in Career Opportunities

Enroll Students in Certificate/Degree Programs

In Advanced Manufacturing

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DOL CBJT GrantProposals for Activities

Educate Students in Career Opportunities– Gold Collar Career Days at PTC

• For Students• For K-12 Staff

– Women in Technology Event at PTC– Career Fairs– Presentations and /or Mobile Manufacturing Lab Demonstrations

• Career Classes• Math and Science Classes• Tech Ed Classes

– Workshops for Teachers, Counselors, and Administrators– Community Events for Students and Parents– Industry Tours (Live or Virtual)– PTC Class and Lab Visits During Live Sessions

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DOL CBJT GrantProposals for Activities

Enroll Students in Certificate/Degree Programs – This Year

• Incorporate Units into Existing Classes– Train Teachers in Advanced Manufacturing Applications– Use PTC Faculty On-Site at Schools or via ECMECC ITV– Bring Mobile Manufacturing Lab to K-12 Schools

• Offer On-Line Manufacturing Courses through 360° Center• Develop Welding Short Course for High School Students at PTC

– Next Year and Beyond• New Programs On-Site at PTC• New ECMECC Classes• Advanced Manufacturing Certificates through 360° Center

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CBJT Grant Services Available• Dedicated Full-Time CBJT Grant Faculty• Mobile Manufacturing Lab– Demonstrations– On-Site Lab Sessions

• Secondary Teacher Training Workshops• Career Awareness Raising Events• Student Scholarships

All funded by the CBJT Grant!Marlene Mixa October 13, 2009

CBJT Grant Services Available

• We welcome your input and suggestions!

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THANK YOU!Marlene Mixa, CBJT Grant Project Outreach Coordinator

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