Schools That Can NYC

05/08/2023

STC needs your help to support students! 💡 💻 We're hosting a virtual CAREER CHAT for 9th and 10th graders at Queens Prep Academy. During this virtual event, students will have the opportunity to ask questions about professionals’ backgrounds, their current careers, and career aspirations. The Career Chat is a virtual event that will allow students to gain exposure to professionals from different career pathways. We're looking for volunteers with all different careers and in a variety of fields to join us!

Sign up to volunteer virtually on May 16th & 18th. Pass it on to a friend, colleague, or share!

Schools That Can's Career Chat is a networking event for students to get the opportunity to connect with professionals in various industries to share about themselves and their career interests as well as ask professionals about their career experiences. We're looking for virtual volunteers to join....

01/14/2023

Did you make a resolution to give back, get involved in your community, or help causes you care about this year? Make volunteering with STC part of your 2023 resolutions! STC NYC is looking for volunteers to join us in person for mock interviews on February 8th!

Mock interviews help students practice interviewing, communication, and networking skills...and helps them prepare to ace job and internship interviews! 💬 📝 🗣 Sign up at the link below, and share with your NYC friends and colleagues:

11/02/2022

Want to support high school students? Want to chat about your career path or industry? We're seeking VIRTUAL VOLUNTEERS to support some of our amazing students on November 9th!

Schools That Can's Career Chat is a networking event for students to get the opportunity to connect with professionals in various industries to share about themselves and their career interests, as well as ask professionals about their career experiences. From the comfort of your home or desk, just one hour goes a long way in supporting students as they step into the world of work! Sign up here, and please share widely: https://lnkd.in/eubTuiWJ

10/22/2022

One of STC's is this piece on expanding our thinking on education reform: "The pursuit of one “best” policy too often contributes to marginalization and deepening inequality."

Did you know STC is hosting a FREE, virtual event on Nov. 15th with education reform leaders? Register now: https://futureofeducationreform.eventbrite.com

https://hechingerreport.org/opinion-its-time-to-expand-our-thinking-about-what-works-in-education-reform/

When it comes to identifying policies to improve education, evidence proving effectiveness is not enough

10/12/2022

Even beyond summer , this piece contains great advice for thinking about the and : "They [Gen Z] search for truth, like to express themselves, and take action on behalf of the causes in which they believe. They’re accepting of diverse points of view and are “radically inclusive.” In a job, they are looking for flexibility, competitive compensation, access to senior leaders, and environmental responsibility."

Leaders, Gen Z is looking for flexibility, competitive compensation, access to senior leaders, and environmental responsibility. Here’s how to provide it.

09/27/2022

This Forbes article notes a survey that found majorities of employers and students view industry certificates as worthwhile additions to degrees, and a good credential in the hiring process. At STC, we're focused on ensuring every student has the and qualifications needed to thrive in work and beyond, including building opportunities for relevant credentials, certificates, and badges into our programming.

"Among U.S. employers:
-86% agreed that earning an industry micro-credential strengthens a candidate’s job application.
-74% say that it would positively influence a hiring decision.
-53% said finding applicants with the specific skills needed for the job was the biggest challenge faced when hiring recent graduates."

A new survey commissioned by Coursera reveals that both employers and students view short-term certificates as a valuable credential in the hiring and job-seeking process.

09/14/2022

As we celebrate back-to-school, we're thrilled to be welcoming brilliant, new STC team members! Meet Anijeh Green, Program Director of Schools That Can NYC! Anijeh is a former NYC educator, graduate of Relay Graduate School of Education, and a Teach for America alum. We're so honored to have Anijeh leading work in New York!

Program Director, NYC

09/02/2022

We're gearing up to launch a newsletter through LinkedIn, full of programming updates, conversation on education to employment pathways and career readiness, and more! Please follow us over on LinkedIn:

Schools That Can | 1,160 followers on LinkedIn. STC builds an education to employment pathway that closes the opportunity and skills gap. | The mission of Schools That Can (STC) is to build an education to employment pathway that closes the opportunity and skills gap.

09/01/2022

begins before a student graduates high school! In STC's work, we build career readiness, job exploration, and development of critical workforce skills into the school day, so every student has access to tools and support needed to thrive in whatever postsecondary pathway they pursue. Whether it's a 2-or-4 year degree, trade and vocational education and CTE programs, or going directly into the workforce, every student deserves the chance to make an informed choice on their next steps, and find a path that's fulfilling to them!

This article by K-12 Dive makes great points...including citing reporting from Chalkbeat that finishing career training programs can boost students' earnings by 40% over 5 years.

A National Alternative Education Association board member says the goal should be to avoid having students reach graduation asking, “What now?”

08/18/2022

Such an incredible example of in action, grounded in a powerful CTE program that includes brainstorming, measuring, and prototyping. "It basically gives you the necessary skills to put yourself on a good future, unlike other schools that I’ve been to. It prepares you for your life. And I love it.” https://ny.chalkbeat.org/2022/6/16/23170929/architecture-high-school-students-building-life-skills-lab

Students at the School of Design and Construction are partnering with IKEA to build a life skills learning lab for students with disabilities.

08/08/2022

and or work go hand-in-hand! "If you ask middle school and high school students these days the most important skills they’re learning, they’re likely to name something they picked up on their own, outside of normal school hours." https://lnkd.in/gN_eUYss (Great read from EdSurge!)

If you ask middle school and high school students these days the most important skills they’re learning, they’re likely to name something they picked ...

04/21/2022

The agenda and speakers list have been announced! Next month, esteemed experts will convene at . It's set to be our most dynamic, thought-provoking forum yet...and we want YOU to join us!

Whether you can attend one session or all, we can't wait to see you there! (Registrants receive copies of the panel recordings.)

Register for free: https://stcforum2022.eventbrite.com