Greater Spokane Inc.: 2022 Spring Career Connected Learning Workshops Open For Registration

Press release from Greater Spokane Inc.:

January 18, 2022

GSI is partnering with businesses around the region to present the 2022 Spring line-up of career-connected learning events for local students and educators. The two event series’ Business AfterSchool and Teaching the Teachers provide real-world experiences and for students to connect with the world of business and learn about future careers available.

These programs are one part of an overall effort GSI has to build, champion, and retain a talented workforce in our region and build a thriving economy.

High school students, parents, and educators are invited to attend. The events are free, but registration is required. View the workshops below to register and click here to download the event flyer.Most events are in-person, but masks are required to attend.

February 24: MilitaryExplore careers in the Air Force at Fairchild Air Force Base from pilots and maintenance workers, to civilian jobs and Security Forces Airmen.3:30-5 PM (middle and high school students)*Registration is required by Feb 10.

March 9: Health SciencesDiscover jobs in the health care field at WSU Spokane including research, teaching, and practice.8:30-11:30 AM (high school students)Register

March 16: ManufacturingExplore careers in advanced manufacturing at Wagstaff including 3D printing, artificial intelligence, welding, drafting, machining and more.3-5:00 PM (middle and high school students)Register

March 22: Health CareDiscover career pathways in health care at CHAS Health – doctors, nurses, healthcare IT, dental, pharmacy, and more.3-5 PM (middle and high school students)Register

March 29: E-CommerceDiscover career pathways in e-commerce at Amazon.3-5 PM (middle and high school students)Register

April 21: TechnologyDiscover career pathways in technology at TDS Fiber. Learn what it means to connect a city and region to the internet and what jobs look like in this industry.3:30-5 PM (high school students)Register

April 27: ArchitectureDiscover career pathways in architecture at Bernardo-Wills. Learn what it takes to thoughtfully design communities through a lens of a local architecture firm.4:00 – 6:00 PM (high school students)Register

April 28: ConstructionDiscover career pathways in construction at Constructiv. The future of construction includes more technology and sustainability than ever before. Learn how jobs are changing in the industry.3-5 PM (high school students)Register

May 9: Health CareDiscover career pathways in construction at the University of WA School of Medicine. Students will highlight a day in the life of a med student and present an anatomy specimen presentation.3-5 PM (high school students)Register

March 2: ManufacturingExplore careers in the manufacturing industry for your students at Wagstaff. Teachers, counselors, and advisors are welcome to learn about misconceptions about jobs in advanced manufacturing. Support your students on their career pathway.8-11 AM (clock hours available)Register

March 23: STEM / Health CareLearn about STEM/health care careers available at Biotility.4-7 PM (virtual only, clock hours available)Register

March 24: HospitalityDiscover careers in craft trades. Three local craft, small businesses will be highlighted on this multi-stop workshop to give educators a lens into local entrepreneurship and storytelling through operating a business.12-4:30 PM (clock hours available)Register

May 5: Environmental ResourcesDiscover water management careers at Spokane County Wastewater.12:30-3:30 PM (clock hours available)Register

*As we plan for this in-person event, we are aware of current health challenges and will continue to evaluate precautions as the date for these events draw near. We are taking state-guided safety measures, including social distancing, providing hand sanitizer, food-handling directives, and adhering to the mask mandate. Further communications will be sent to registered attendees with more details, as needed.

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