J J C C G G C C A A R R E E E E R R M M A A T T T T E E R R S S N E W S L E T T E R WWW.Jobsforcincinnatigraduates.Org ■ Trish Meridy ~ JCG Career Specialist 2009 ~ 2010 School Year Review ■ Http://Sites.Google.Com/Site/Jcgmthealthy THE YEAR ~ IN ~ REVIEW IN THIS EDITION The objective of the JAG Model program is to provide participants with classroom & work-based learning experiences that result in a quality job, and lead to the career path of choice upon after graduation. The JAG National Curriculum equips participants with 85 Employability Competencies to prepare for success in the workplace. The following lists the 37 Core Competencies (A-F) that students will be required to master in their senior year. Finally, the remaining 45 Non-Core Competencies (G-I) also covered in the JCG program are explained, as well, as they pertain to work & life skills. Students are introduced to the JAG curriculum, including the development of academic schedules, election of Professional Career Association Chapter officers, fund raising events & community service projects. Students participate in Leadership Development Civic Awareness, Career Preparation, Social Awareness, & Service learning while developing skills to prepare for post secondary education, & career pursuits. Below is a brief overview of the classroom curriculum subject matter, as it pertains to employability skills and the coordinating learning activities in which we engaged. 2009/2010 Year ~ In ~ Review Ohio Career Association 2009 / 2010 Plan of Work Our Guest Speakers The “Enviable” Life of a JCG Career Specialist JCG Class of 2010 Student Roster Field Trips & Job Shadows JAG (37) CORE COMPETENCIES CAREER – RELATED TOPICS Mt. Healthy H.S. Chapter of the 2010 Career Assn. Leadership Team Teaairra Tolbert Teaairra Tolbert Teaairra Tolbert Teaairra Tolbert Chapter President Chanel Billups Chanel Billups Chanel Billups Chanel Billups Vice President of Leadership Development Keisha Brown Keisha Brown Keisha Brown Keisha Brown Vice President of Communications London Miles London Miles London Miles London Miles Vice President of Career Preparation Ja’leesa Walker Ja’leesa Walker Ja’leesa Walker Ja’leesa Walker Vice President of Social Affairs Tyreese Phillips Tyreese Phillips Tyreese Phillips Tyreese Phillips Vice President of Service Learning Jasmine Ramsey Jasmine Ramsey Jasmine Ramsey Jasmine Ramsey Vice President of Civic Affairs A: CAREER DEVELOPMENT: Development of an individual's aptitudes, abilities, interests, goals & desired lifestyles B: JOB ATTAINMENT: Job search skills important to job development and placement C: JOB SURVIVAL: Realistic survival skills for success in dealing with the day-to-day work environment D: BASIC SKILLS: Skills critical to success on the job and in everyday life, including basic math calculations, and creating and comprehending written & verbal communications E: LEADERSHIP & SELF-DEVELOPMENT: Function effectively in team & group projects and activities on the job or an organization F: PERSONAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT: Demonstrates the ability to assume responsibility for one’s actions & decisions, & how these personal decisions affect future employment potential & life satisfaction JAG CAREER COMPETENCIES G: LIFE SURVIVAL SKILLS H: WORK PLACE COMPETENCIES I : ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT Where Have You Been & Where Are You Going? Goal Setting – Self Management Internet Personality Assessments Identify Personal Values/Skills Decision Making Skills Cost of Living–Vs.–Living Wages Journaling: Senior Memory Book Education and Training Overview Vocational Training vs. College: Research 4-year, 2-year & Career Colleges & Vocational Program College/Financial Aid Vocabulary Research/Apply for Scholarships FINAID/FAFSA/FASTWEB Career Exploration Overview Career Research Career Vocabulary Career Related Speakers Famous Person in YOUR Career SR. Memory Book Autobiography project How To Get, Keep and Excel In A Job Business Letters: Cover Letter, Thank You Letter; Letter of Resignation Career Gear: Dress for Success Create a Professional Resume Employment Application Skills Telephone Interview Techniques Interviewing Skills Activities How to Research a Business Cultural Proficiency Employer Expectations Professional Etiquette Financial Savvy J J O O B B S S F F O O R R C C I I N N C C I I N N N N A A T T I I G G R R A A D D U U A A T T E E S S T E S T M M t t . . H H e e a a l l t t h h y y H H i i g g h h S S c c h h o o o o l l Jobs for Cincinnati Graduates, a non-profit organization, was created in 1982 by Cincinnati’s business community. JCG’s Vision: To lead every student to graduation, a successful career, and life-long learning.
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The Career Association is an in-school student-led group that enhances the
learning of basic skills: reading, communicating through its curriculum
surrounding public speaking, writing, & math. The Career Association allows
members to practice teamwork, planning, leadership skills, & responsibility.
1. The Career Association is a student-led organization. 2. The Career Association develops the total person – as a leader and a follower. 3. The Career Association provides opportunities for personal and career development. 4. The Career Association nurtures a competitive spirit through participation in the Competitive Events Program.
The Career Association actively involves members in school, community, state, and national activities, whereby providing members with the opportunity to travel, meet new people, and share ideas. The structure provides students with a feeling of belonging & membership to a positive “club,” keeping them engaged in school & moving in a positive direction. The five goals of the Career Association are:
The Ohio Career Association provides activities designed to recognize and develop leadership abilities. This is achieved through the election of officers, by attending leadership training conference workshops, and through meetings with local professional leaders.
Ohio Career Association members prepare for a career by being oriented to career possibilities. This is achieved through workshops, job fairs, tours, guest speakers, travel, panel presentations, the annual career development conference, career counseling & informational activities. Students will develop motivation, attitude & the necessary employability skills, that are reinforced through a program of competitive events, and needed to pursue a career.
The Ohio Career Association maintains a program of social activities to provide an outlet for student enthusiasm, motivation, and membership interaction. Members gain knowledge of social graces, poise, and professional etiquette through recreational activities, image building projects, field trips, workshop presentations, & participation in school and community social/recreational programs.
Through involvement in community service projects, members are provided opportunities to develop their helping skills. Helping others is a confidence builder for many students, which can be transferred to the workplace where employees help customers and other employees. Helping others is sometimes the first step for people to begin helping themselves.
Ohio Career Association members recognize their civic obligations to the community by working with the community or local, state and federal government awareness program, visits to government offices, community projects, and through civic appearances in promoting the Ohio Career Association as well as working closely with community organizations.
The “2010 Seniors With Class” Mt. Healthy High School Chapter of the Ohio Career Association was initiated, and its Officers Installed on Thursday, December 13, 2010. Our Installation and Initiation Keynote Speaker was Lillianne Smith-Knox. Judith
Moore, JCG In-School Program Manager and Brian Mc Fee, Mt. Healthy
Administrator delivered an inspirational messages, encouraging students to make the most of their senior year through JCG’s many resources. Tina Butler and Renee Martin contributed to the program leading both the Installation and Initiation activities. Buck Hausman, who can always be seen at a variety of student events, attended in support of our students in the program. Finally, as pictured above, JCG students Ashley Rone & Mariah Daniel presented a check for $525.00 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, which was the financial outcome of our fundraiser.
On Saturday, November 14th, JCG at Mt. Healthy JCG Students Teaairra Tolbert, Chanel Billups, Keisha Brown, London Miles, Ja’leesa Walker, Tyreese Phillips, Jasmine Ramsey attended the
annual city wide Leadership Development Conference, held at Woodward High School. The format included registration and continental breakfast, opening remarks from keynote speaker Nick Jackson of UGIVE, officer training workshops, election and installation of officers, and lunch. As part of the election process, students campaign and give speeches before other students. Citywide officers were elected.
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Good Debt, Bad Debt:
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It’s June 1st and the beautifully orchestrated graduation ceremony is just a memory. The last day for teachers has come and gone. Time to exhale, and soak up the summer sun, right? Not if you’re a JCG Career Specialist. The summer is an opportunity for the specialist to ensure the career plans of the student are met, and now, there’s plenty of time to spend one-on-one quality time with our students.
The month of May is a mad scramble to ensure the JAG national data system is fully updated with accurate data regarding the outcomes of both current year students/graduates, and measurement of the placement goals for the previous year’s graduating class. The expected outcomes, as they exist, are listed on page 3 of this newsletter.
June is the time when good JCG Career Specialists become better JCG Career Specialists. We spend the predominance of the month in training, learning how to better serve our students. July is the month when representatives from JAG affiliates, near and far, congregate & share best practices at the JAG at the National Training Seminar for professional development.
In August, busy specialists are preparing & planning for that ever-so-important 1st day of school. All of these things are done in concert with continued student interaction, growth & service to influence a positive future outcome.
Pictured are JCG students on a field trip to the Cincinnati Underground Freedom Museum on May 14, 2010. A grant was obtained to pay student admission & transportation. Our tour was the Resistance: Un-freedoms, Past & Present. It incorporates World History, Geography, & American History to tell the story of global slavery.
In May, Keisha Brown and Shannon Wade completed a job shadow experience at The Bethany School in Glendale. Both Shannon and Keisha felt it was a great learning
opportunity, but more importantly they left a fabulous impression about the type of students that attend Mt. Healthy High School. Here’s what 1
st grade teacher, Kelly Tedesco had to say about
our students: “I'm so pleased that Keisha and Shannon had a positive experience. It was wonderful
having them in the classroom and the kids didn't want them to leave! I was really impressed with
the enthusiasm and professionalism your students demonstrated. I gave both girls my business
card and asked them to keep in touch if they need resources or classroom experience during their
college career!” Well Ms. Tedesco, the word from Shannon and Keisha is that "YOU ROCK!" Of course, this opportunity would not have been possible had it not been for her generous spirit of mentorship, and a true love for teaching and learning that is evident in Bethany’s Head of School,
Cheryl Pez! BETHANY SCHOOL … WE CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH
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The JCG model includes 12 months of follow-up services. Program participants receive 12 months of program services after graduation or completion of a GED. Follow-up services include:
� Continuing guidance in pursuing a postsecondary education.
� Job placement assistance in an entry-level job that leads to a career opportunity.
� Positive change of status within the follow-up period.
Our JCG program has teamed-up with UGIVE to create more service learning opportunities for our student, and to give them national recognition for the service learning/community service hours they have completed during high school. Furthermore, UGIVE’s portal will follow them through college, not only tracking hours, but creating a service learning resume
UGIVE.ORG is a non-profit organization on a mission to catalyze, excite and empower the next generation of volunteers. They make philanthropy relevant to students, guiding them to give their time and talents to build communities. Their goal is to create LIFE-LONG GIVERS!
Freshmen Cailyn Lawrence and Tieaara Scriber won a UGIVE scholarship to participate in the UGIVE Summer Leadership Institute. Finally, We entered the UGIVE March-to-a-Million video contest. We might win an Apple IPad for the school. We needed to show what our school does to give back to the community by making a YouTube video about how we will join the march. Want more information … go to www.marchtoamillion.org for details! To see the video we created, please visit the JCG at Mt. Healthy High School Website