Job Posting for Girls and Guys: Tile and Brick Workers Needed

JOB POSTING

JOB POSTINGS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WHO: Michigan Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers 

WHAT: Apprenticeship Program. Work with Brick, Stone, Cement, Tile, Marble and Caulking.

WHERE: Lansing, Michigan

HOW TO APPLY: Click to view Contact Info

Job Posting: Seniors Needed for Plumbing Apprenticeship Program

JOB POSTING

JOB POSTINGS FOR GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

WHO: Sprinkler Fitters Local 704 . Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry.

WHAT: Apprenticeship Program

WHERE: Farmington, Michigan

HOW TO APPLY: Click to view Contact Info

Students: How to Write a Resume

Resume writing is essential to applying for jobs, apprenticeship programs, internships, and college. Below is a step-by-step process on how to write a resume. Download a Resume Sample

What’s included?

• Header: Name, Address, Phone, Email
• Objective: 'Summary' of what you're looking for (job, internship)
• Core Competencies
• Education, Accomplishments, and Technical Skills
• Work and Volunteer Experience

 

1. Write your first and last name
2. Permanent mailing address (parent/guardian)
3. Cell phone number
4. Email (professional) - Examples include gmail.com, outlook.com
5. YOUR personal weebly portfolio website

These are only examples. Add your own. How would you describe yourself? What do you have knowledge of? What are you good at?

1. List your high school and anticipated graduation month and year
2. List your high school accomplishments 
3. List the program that you’re currently signed up for at Eaton RESA
4. Add any skills that you've learned from your career program 

1. Add your past and current employment
2. Add any volunteer experience (organizations, nonprofits, church/temple)
3. List ‘key achievements’ for each work/volunteer experience. What things did you accomplish while working on the job? What were you good at? 

Download a Resume Sample

*Remember to save your resume and update it as needed throughout the school year.
*Optional: write 2-3 sentences or a 'summary' describing what you are looking for (a job, internship, etc). Insert this paragraph at the top of the page, underneath the header.

Resources:

Mrs.McCullen's Resume Writing Tips for Students

Mrs.Brocklehurst's Resume Writing Tips for Students

List of Core Competencies - Resume Writing

Career Objectives for High School Students

Tips for High School Resumes

Resumes that Get Noticed

NTHS Induction Ceremony

National Technical Honor Society Induction Ceremony took place on Friday October 3 at Lansing Community College West Campus. 36 high school seniors were inducted as active members. A candle lighting ceremony was conducted by students who presented seven attributes of NTHS membership: skill, honesty, service, responsibility, scholarship, citizenship, and leadership. Inductees then read the NTHS Pledge. Following the ceremony was a small reception for everyone to enjoy. Parents, Counselors, EatonRESA Staff, School Administrators, and Principals were invited to attend the event.

Requirements for Participation in NTHS through Eaton RESA

1. Students must be enrolled at the Eaton RESA Career Center for both junior and senior year.
2. Juniors need to achieve an average GPA of 3.5 or better. Seniors must maintain a 3.5 through Marking Period 5.
3. Juniors have 8 or fewer unexcused absences (including tardies) and Seniors have 7 unexcused absences or fewer through Marking Period 5.
4. Complete a leadership activity and 10 community service hours for seniors.

Purpose and Mission of NTHS

• Honor student achievement and leadership
• promote educational excellence
• Enhance career opportunities for its student members
• Reward excellence in workforce education
• Develop self-esteem and pride
• Help schools build and maintain effective partnerships with local businesses

Grade Policy and Marking Periods

What is the Grading Policy at Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center?

• All high school credit is issued by the student’s high school based on the grades recommended by Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center.
• Students who have not satisfactorily completed the trimester/semester due to behavior and/or a failing grade will need administrative approval to return.
• Students will be graded every six (6) weeks.  Each local school will be given the letter grades for inclusion on the student’s home school report cards.
• Students and parents are encouraged to monitor progress regularly using the PowerSchool parent/student portal (see page 8).
• Students will be evaluated on career and employability skills weekly.  The student’s career and employability grade count toward 25% of the total grade.  The criteria for earning career and employability skills points is explained in the class syllabus.

What do I need to know about Marking Periods? 

Students are graded every 6 weeks, excluding holidays.There are a total of 6 Marking periods throughout the school year.

When are Marking Periods? 

Marking Period 1 = October 10

Marking Period 2 = November 21

Marking Period 3 = January 16

Marking Period 4 = February 27

Marking Period 5 = April 17

Marking Period 6 = May 29

Click here to read the Parent and Student Handbook online

Students: Who is your SSC?

What is an 'SSC'?

• SSC stands for 'Student Services Coordinator.' 
• We have 4 staff members assigned to our programs at Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center. 
• You can meet with your SSC during the school year either in class or in the office. 
• Do you have questions about your class, or need to know how to retrieve your LCC TUID and password? Ask your SSC. Stop by the office at LCC West Campus Room M104. 
• SSC's help students by providing: 
• Scholarship information
• Financial Aid for College
• Creating Resumes and Cover Letters
• Performing Mock Interviews and Preparing for Real Job Interviews
• Setting up Job Shadows

Who is my assigned SSC? 

Student Services Coordinator are assigned to specific programs. Find your program in the list below:

• Mrs. Brocklehurst
• Auto Technology (AM/PM)
• Auto Collision Repair (AM)
• Construction Technology (AM)
• Fashion Design (PM)
• Welding (AM/PM)
• Welding II (AM)

• Mrs. McCullen
• CAD - Computer Aided Drafting (AM)
• Computer Support (AM)
• Criminal Justice (Am/PM)
• Emergency Medical Services and Fire Science (AM)
• Law Enforcement (AM/PM)
• Mobile Applications and Web Development (PM)
• Mrs. Hamers
• Animal Science and Zoo Management (AM/PM)
• Heavy Equipment Operations (AM)
• Heavy Equipment Repair (AM/PM)
• Insurance and Risk Management (AM)
• Ms. Hazelman
• Computer Graphics, Animation and 3D (AM/PM)
• Health Technology (AM/PM)
• Health Technology II (PM)

Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center Home Page

Attendance Policy

Parents and Students: What is our Attendance Policy? Q & A

• Question: I'm late to class. What do I do?
• Answer: Sign in at the front desk, Room M104 at LCC West Campus. Check in with Ms. Ruben or Ms. Taylor who will give you a red hall pass.

•  Question: Can I leave class early?
• Answer: No, unless it is a school related activity such as a sports event, play rehearsal, band practice, etc. Your home school must contact us by phone or email BEFORE you can leave class.
• Are you 18 years old? Have you filled out an "Age Majority Form" at the front desk with Ms Ruben or Ms Taylor? If 'yes,' than you can leave early without parental consent.
  

•  Question: My parent/guardian called to excuse me from class because I have a school related activity going on. Why do I have an 'Unexcused absence?' in my attendance?
• Answer: Your home school must contact us directly to verify that you need to be excused. Once we hear from them, than we will adjust your attendance.

•  Question: My class is going on a field trip, and I noticed that my attendance says I was  absent. Why was I marked absent?
• Answer: You forgot to turn in your 'Field Trip Request Form'. Don't have it? Come to the front desk, Room M104 at LCC West Campus to pick up a form from Ms Ruben or Ms Taylor.

Examples of Excused VS Unexcused Absences:

**YOU MUST SUBMIT DOCUMENTATION FOR A DOCTOR'S NOTE OR HOSPITAL NOTE WITHIN TWO (2) SCHOOL DAYS OF THE ABSENCE.**

• Question: How can I Submit Documentation?
• Answer: Students can drop off the note to Ms Ruben, or Fax = 517-483-9967

Click here to Download and Save the Attendance Policy 

 Questions? Contact us (517) 483-9966

Class Times and Bus Transportation

CLASS TIMES:

Morning session class times are 7:35 AM to 9:35 AM.  

Afternoon session class times are from 12:15 PM to 2:15 PM.

BUS TIMES:

Transportation Schedules for Morning AM classes to Lansing Community College West Campus from your home high school:

Charlotte

Buses will be leaving the high school at 6:35 a.m.

DeWitt

Bus will be leaving from in front of the high school at 6:40 a.m.

Eaton Rapids

Buses will be leaving from the front entrance of the high school at 6:30 a.m.

Grand Ledge

Bus will be leaving from the high school at 6:45 a.m.

Lakewood

Bus will be leaving from the high school at 6:20 a.m.

Maple Valley

Bus will be leaving from the high school at 6:15 a.m.

Potterville

Maple Valley bus picks you up at 6:45 a.m. in front of high school.

Lansing Schools

Check with Home School Dean Transportation.

Other Schools

No transportation is provided for Morning AM session.

Afternoon classes, check with your home high school.

Eaton RESA High School Program at Potter Park Zoo

Potter Park Zoo Gears Up for Another Year of Eaton RESA’s High School Zoo Program. 

Starting this week, Eaton RESA high school students will begin their first semester enrolled in Eaton RESA’s Animal Science and Zoo Management program.  The class is held at Potter Park Zoo for juniors and seniors interested in learning about veterinary medicine, anatomy, conservation, zoology and environmental education. 

Students have the chance to interact with a diversity of animals as well as engage in classroom learning. Whether pouring rain or sunshine, students will work in various capacities to handle and care for animals living indoors or outdoors. Divided into a morning and afternoon session, the program is held Monday through Friday all year round.

Course: Animal Science and Zoo Management

Students in the Animal Science and Zoo Management course experience real-world interactions with animals while participating at Potter Park Zoo. On a daily basis, you might be caring for animals by feeding them, cleaning their cages, and learning about the physiology and anatomy of animal bodies. This class is a mixture of hands-on interactions and classroom teaching.

Students can learn skills that will contribute to further education in Marine Biology, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Zoology, Conservation, and Environmental Education.

Need a Student's Opinion of the Zoo Program?

Blog Post by Morgan, Charlotte High School student

Course: Computer Graphics, 3D, and Animation

Students in the Computer Graphics, 3D, and Animation course utilize exciting software programs that help them learn skills needed for potential job opportunities and college degrees in Mass Communications, Video Production, Digital Media, Marketing, Advertising, Computer Graphics and Multimedia. 

1. Maya is a 3D animation program that teaches students to model and design humans, animals, and objects.
2. Adobe Photoshop is a 2D graphics program that teaches students depth, dimension, shadows, light, layering, and colors.
3. Adobe Flash is a 2D animation program to create character animation and motion for the web.

 

Questions for Parents and Students

Parents:

Are you curious about the advantages of enrolling your child in a 'Career Prep Center'? Have you considered the benefits of hands-on learning, job training, and internship opportunities for your child? Did you know they have an opportunity to receive help from our Student Services Coordinators to write a resume, cover letter, and practice job interview training?

Students:

Are you a visual learner? Do you like hands-on activities? Do you think you would enjoy participating in a college setting and meeting new people? Do you have a hard time sitting still for long periods of time listening to lectures? Have you thought about the advantages of going toward a non-traditional route?

Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center offers numerous benefits for parents and students. It is our intent to provide students with an exceptional education and guidance toward career planning.

Click here to download the Career Center Brochure
Questions? Contact us (517) 483-9966

List of Programs Available

Here is a list of 17 programs offered for the 2014-15 Academic School Year:

Animal Science and Zoo Management

Auto Collision Repair

Automotive Technology

CADD / Pre-Engineering

Computer Graphics, Animation and 3D

Computer Support

Construction

Criminal Justice

Emergency Medical Services and Fire Science

Fashion Design

Health Technology

Heavy Equipment Operations

Heavy Equipment Repair

Insurance and Risk Management

Law Enforcement

Mobile App and Web Development

Welding

Need more Information? Click here to download Program Flyers

Sign up! Programs still available for students: 

Auto Collision Repair

Automotive Technology

Construction 

Criminal Justice

Emergency Medical Services and Fire Science

Health Technology

Law Enforcement

Click here to download the Enrollment Form

Questions? Contact us (517) 483-9966