Summer Careers Academy

10/09/2023

📣We want to hear from you!!📣

In an effort to learn more about the barriers opportunity youth face while seeking full-time employment, the Summer Careers Academy will be holding a Luncheon where we will be providing free lunch and holding group/individual interviews.

We know you have a busy schedule, so we will give you a $50 gift card for your participation💳

To participate in the interview, we are looking for individuals who are:
- 16-24
- Underrepresented or Underserved
- Graduating/Graduated High School Senior or Community College Student
- Part-time Employed or Unemployed
- Interested in the skilled trades

If this is you, fill out the interview interest form at:
https://forms.gle/hnbaMH2ynbxDR1FW7 🔗

OR

📱 Scan the QR code!!

Your story can shape the future. Can't wait to hear from you! 🚀

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09/28/2023

This last summer, the Summer Careers Academy successfully ended the second iteration of the program! Check out a few of the accomplishments of the 2023 cohort!

🌟 88% of the students who began the program completed it and graduated!
🌟 67% of these students obtained their NC Apprenticeship Certifications!
🌟 93% of the graduated cohort indicated that they plan to either continue their education in or work in the skilled trades!!

With this year's success, the Summer Career Academy is working to better the program and welcome in a new cohort for the upcoming year🥳

08/18/2023

Last week, this year's pre-apprentices graduated from the 2023 Summer Careers Academy program🥳

The event was MCed by Holly Fraccaro of the Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange, and Chatham Counties, and was organized with the incredible support of the Chamber For a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro. We also heard from Marc Marcopolis of Marcopolis Construction and Elected Official, Council Member Tai Huynh.

Furthermore, this event was only made possible through the support of our amazing partners and funders! We are beyond thankful to all of the community leaders who were able to attend the ceremony this year, and look forward to your continued support as the program continues to grow and expand!

Help us wish a big CONGRATULATIONS to our graduates this year!!🎉🎉

Chase Mullens
Christian Lewis
Michael Miller
Elliot Perciaccante
Isaiah Allen
Tyrese Bradshaw
Pan Khaing
Alezz Shahbin
Tayseer Shahbin
Elijah Gibson
Roe Htoo
Joe O'Melia
Fiore Ren
Wah Soe
Seiji Stanford

08/11/2023

🎉TODAY'S THE DAY🎉

After 8 weeks of hard work, our Pre-Apprentices have finally reached the end of this year's program. These pre-apprentices have endured hours in the classroom, working to obtain the education and credentials they need to thrive in the various construction skilled trades. They have also had the opportunity to work with our partner employers and gain onsite/on-the-job training. We are all extremely proud of the accomplishments of this cohort, and invite you all to cheer on and celebrate our graduates🥳🎊

We are looking forward to seeing our partners and all who made this program possible at today's graduation! SEE YOU THERE😆

07/24/2023

Introducing our 2023 Cohort Spotlight🥳

Our Pre-Apprentices have been working hard these past few weeks! As always, we're excited to see them complete this year's program and make it all the way to graduation. Only a few more weeks to go, so look forward to their accomplishments!!😄

07/17/2023

🔈CALLING ALL EMPLOYERS🔈

That's right! We're always looking for employers to join us in building up the future of the opportunity youth in our community. All small, mid-size, and large employers from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors are encouraged to fill out the interest form for the 2024 cohort!

As a participating employer, you get to
💫Enjoy access to a nontraditional talent pool
💫Grow your workforce through a low-risk, high-reward program, and
💫Increase interest in and appreciation for the skilled trades as a dynamic profession with in-demand jobs that pay family-thriving wages

Fill out the interest form by scanning the QR code, or visiting:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS5rcxxERXu9dvJa3o3pzAbm-ZuSwaJbfNQThXaMugeliYMQ/viewform

07/14/2023

Our students have come so far since the beginning of the SCA 2023 summer program. As they inch closer and closer to graduation, we put together this video to highlight the inspiring words of encouragement our students heard as they first began the program!😄✨

06/27/2023

We are thrilled to kick off the Summer Careers Academy program with our amazing cohort for this year. 🎉

To all the talented students who have embarked on this transformative journey, congratulations on taking the first step toward unlocking your potential and pursuing your dreams! Over the next 8 weeks, these students will explore exciting career pathways, develop valuable skills, and forge lifelong connections!

Stay tuned for updates, inspiring stories, and valuable resources as we document the incredible growth and achievements of our Summer 2023 cohort. 🌟

*Our participant interest form is live for SCA’s summer 2024 cohort, visit the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedtqDVjPQbksGSC8GJT6ttQphcDCaluEuCpxXH8IrQDinVOA/viewform

06/27/2023

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey of career exploration, skill development, and personal growth? Look no further because you’re in the right place! As the summer 2023 Summer Careers Academy program is underway this week, here’s some information about what makes our program the right one for you!

Swipe left to discover what SCA is all about, why it's the perfect choice for ambitious learners, who can join, how the program works, and some words of encouragement from our past participants!

Learn all about how we strive to help you unlock your potential and pursue pathways to success! Get ready to be inspired, informed, and motivated!