Community Partners

RESOURCES

Whatcom Community Connections: A consortium sponsored, web-based virtual communication center designed to link Whatcom County schools with community partners. Teachers and students can access information and locate a community partner that best matches their needs. http://www.whatcomconnections.org

Whatcom Community Connections Brochure
     Community Connections for Community Partners (PDF Version)


Tech Prep 2005: Briefing Paper from State Board for Community & Technical Colleges
     PDF version

Tech Prep in Washington State Brochure
     PDF version

Dual Enrollment/Credit Programs Available in WA State: a list of programs to help teens acquire useful college-level skills and earn college credit while still in high school.
     PDF version

WA State Tech Prep/Dual Credit Program Overview: the powerpoint presentation was created by the WA State Tech Prep Directors Association in May 2006.  It provides an overview about the status of Tech Prep in the State of Washington, including student data and program statistics.
     PowerPoint


The Shocking Truth About Education and Work: Living, Learning and Earning in America
Author, Susan Quattrociocchi, Ph.D.

In her most recent book, Dr. Q explores some of the major issues facing young people and the adults that advise them. What will the future world of work look like? Are students preparing for jobs that will be there when they complete their education? Is there an approach that parents and educators can use to help young people prepare for meaningful and satisfying work? The answers to these questions are both surprising and eye opening. (60 page booklet)

     View Book PDF
     Overhead Charts PDF
     Where are the Jobs? MS Word
     Shocking Truth Workshop Description MS Word
     
Northwest Washington Occupational Outlook Brochure PDF Version