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I believe that our school culture is a very important part of how our scholars respond to work based learning activities.  We need for all teachers to promote career and college readiness and high expectations for all scholars.  I feel like some of our teachers are working for a pay check and the students are stereotyped.  We have so much potential and I'm glad that I can motivate our scholars through our career development resources.  It is an expectation of excellence and I believe in our scholars.

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I believe that our school culture is a very important part of how our scholars respond to work based learning activities.  We need for all teachers to promote career and college readiness and high expectations for all scholars.  I feel like some of our teachers are working for a pay check and the students are stereotyped.  We have so much potential and I'm glad that I can motivate our scholars through our career development resources.  It is an expectation of excellence and I believe in our scholars.

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1. As a CDC I can help develop every students genius by encouraging them to explore and experience new opportunities. Also reminding them that we all learn the most about ourselves through our experiences, sometimes failures, but that’s ok. I am here to help you back on your feet so let’s explore with no boundaries!
2.I believe the connection between PBL and career development lies in the foundation of students learning critical thinking skills and minds. The use of imagination and individual expression build students confidence and furthers their love of learning rather than stunting it. CDC’s encourage exploration through field trips, speakers, classroom guidance etc.

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Kim Folk

Meet each student where they are and help them identify their personal goal and strategies to get there.

Model a positive-growth mindset and encourage students to try new things without fear of making mistakes.  Encourage students to find joy in making mistakes because it leads to deeper learning.

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Hi fellow CDC's good to see some of you today at Cacrao. Question, has anyone come across any opportunities for 15 year old students. I seem to getting an influx of students younger, and I want to make sure if there is something out there I can tell them about.

Eric

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How can you develop the genius in every student as a CDC? Listen, remind, review, and repeat. Challenge students everyday and to think outside the box.

2. After listening to this TED Talk, what is the connection between PBL teaching strategy and career development in grades 6-12? To work hands-on and learn real life experiences that you might encounter in your field of work.

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The students that walk into our career center/office are our future. If we believe in them, they will believe in themselves. I  help students envision themselves being successful. I brainstorm tools to help them get where they want to be.

Expectations can be set high as early learners. Students can learn various leadership roles and businesses/communities can contribute. Our English and EDD create a yearlong PBL and present it at our UNCC Expo to the community.

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1. Lyric’s words were so chilling as they represent many of my own student population. I enjoyed the college perspective as often we only see this side from the high school application etc. side. I don’t always think of the other side and will make a better effort in educating students on who to reach out to at college once there. We all need resources and especially in transitions in our lives, as much as families want to help this isn’t always possible if they’ve never been in those shoes.

2. I think it is so important to take students under our wings and help direct them as best as possible. I will be more present and aware of voicing next steps for these students, as well as reaching out to hesitant/vulnerable students and to say it’s ok to be vulnerable and I am here to help you or leading them to resources.

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1.  Her quote about using your voice and speaking through fear now so others in the future do not have to resonated with me.  As a first generation college student, I could relate to her experience of living two different lives (school and family).

2. I will make a point of reaching out to students individually to invite them to join or participate in a particular internship, etc. Making that one connection may be more powerful than we realize.

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I particularly liked how she points out how members of marginalized communities can get discouraged by the stereotypes of their communities which further increases anxiety, reduces drive and motivation and hence impacts the future of a marginalized person. I therefore value the opportunities that are now coming in more and more to serve the underserved students in our area and otherwise

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I learned that a lot of 1st generation students are nervous and scared. They don't what to do and they're really not sure if they will fit in. This takes the experience and they tend to shy away which means they could be missing out on a lot.

I will support 1st generation college students by being supportive and believing in them. I will try to get them connected to other student(s) at the school if that is possible. Also, I will share my experiences as I was a 1st generation college student. Mostly importantly I will instill in them that you can do anything that you put your mind too.

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I learned from Lyric to be brave that if we are not embracing our past and our private life then we are living best lies not our best life. Also I learned to seek diversity not for a quota but to learn a person's story and that ultimately, YOU BELONG! I believe the biggest support for any student heading to college is to show up for them, support them and provide resources.

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Be brave! We should always share kindness and reach out to others to learn more about them and their experiences.  Also, be the same person in your personal life as well as your professional life.

I was a first generation college student. It can be scary because you don't know what you don't know. One of the biggest things that we can do is believe in the student, and affirm that they are worthy. Also, be available to provide understanding and compassions when they need help.

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My biggest takeaway was to always engage with people who are not like you.  This is true when trying not be held hostage by a stereotype and to help each of us from placing others into a stereotype.  By true engagement and not just being in "the room where it happens" we can break free or help other break out of groups that have been left behind for generations. 

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My biggest takeaway was to always engage with people who are not like you.  This is true when trying not be held hostage by a stereotype and to help each of us from placing others into a stereotype.  By true engagement and not just being in "the room where it happens" we can break free or help other break out of groups that have been left behind for generations. 

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What did you gain from Lyric Swinton’s 1st year College Experience?

We need to prepare kids to have confidence going into College so they can enjoy their experience and get the most out of their experience.

How will you support 1st Generation College students as they decide their post-secondary plan in your high school?

Listen to what kids fears are about going to College. Learn about the students. Ask questions. This can help understand what tools they be lacking and help them turn their fears or weaknesses into strengths.

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What did you gain from Lyric Swinton’s 1st year College Experience?

I gained that Lyric did not enjoyed her 1st year of college, because she was worried about not fitting in college and not fitting in at home anymore. She was worried her two separate worlds would collide and it would not be a good situation for her.

How will you support 1st Generation College students as they decide their post-secondary plan in your high school?

I tell 1st generation students they have earned there spot at their college. Be confident and don’t let anyone tell them they don’t belong.  I encourage them to find a mentor on campus to help when they experience the struggles of college.  However, when all else fails I am just an email or text away to help them.

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I think that Lyric had an experience that is common to many but not talked about. There are students that go to college who do not have the resources or experiences that their peers do. I had an experience like Lyric despite being a 2nd generation college student. She is trying to convey that despite being giving the opportunity to attend college that “Access Ain’t Inclusion” (the title of the next TEDtalk video). The students who find themselves in environments that are unknown and unfamiliar can be hard to assimilate into. She did a great job while in college, but not every first-generation college student is as fortunate as she was.

2. I have the goal or not only exposing students to what their possibilities can be in college, but also trying my best to equip them with the resources and knowledge they will need to help them be successful in college. This can range from helping students understand how to make appointments with professors and/or strongly encouraging CCP students to attend office hours, to helping students learn how to mitigate issues that arise while in HS in different work-based learning, internship, or CCP spaces. If I can guide students on how to come up with their own solutions to problems, this can also help them feel more confidence in themselves when they are alone in college and needing to problem solve.

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1. It's important to let students know "It's ok to be who you are (all of you)".  Also your past makes us who we are.  The negatives and positives.  We must teach our students how to use our life lessons to our advantage.

2. It's important to support them and offer help. Often times they do not know what help they need. We can not assume all students start at the same place. I will continue to address those students who do not always turn in information on time, fail to turn in information, or never ask for help. Sometimes they just don't know, a little extra push from me will make a difference.

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E. Friar  First Generation College Student

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E. Friar  First Generation College Student

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1.  What did I gain:  Hearing her journey as she lead two lives was eye opening.  How she had to reflect on why she was chosen to serve on the student government and how she was determined to grow was valuable insight.
2. Support College Students: I will stretch to purposely include students in workbased learning and guest speakers who may be excluded because of stereotyping. College rep visits and other opportunities need to have strategies to tap into ALL students and to have an inclusion of all levels of students. We may have to tell the students to "be brave" and attend and participate. We can influence so many students if we simply focus on inclusion and equity.

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1. As Lyric continued her education she learned the importance of merging her past with her present to live her best life! I think this is important for people to remember! Our past does not define us, but helps us grow.

2. I am a first generation college student also. I had to navigate the college/career process on my own, and then help my younger brother do the same. I'm not sure my high school counselor knew this about me. I fell between the cracks and now in my CDC roll I am able to help support students who may fall through the cracks also without opportunities and support.

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I found it interesting that she felt like she was living two lives.  She overcame this by realizing she needed to change her thinking, user her voice and to seek out diversity for individual stories.

To support first generation college students, I feel that the more information they have, the better equipped they will be. Ecouraging them to take classes through dual enrollment, offering financial aid sessions, college vists, mentorships, etc

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1. I gained that some students live two lives and that is very challenging as some people judge and think different of them.
2. I will support 1st Gen college students as they decide on post secondary plans buy not judging and supporting the student. Getting the student connected to opportunities and help where needed.

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I create a core value in personal life and for my work balance.  These are the top 5 priories of my personal life and job.  When feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, or unbalanced I can reference my priorities and align my focus.   Most of the time I find that the items bogging me down weren't even core values.
With Mental Health being a growing and staying issue with teens and adults alike, we have to treat it a current situation to work with, not just work around.  I do feel that less interaction with physical relationships and more online engagement are adding to this this situation.  Engaging our student physically is important.
-School Based Counseling through Thompson Family Health
-211
-Communities in Schools
-Mental health Week activities
-SEL

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Building Confidence: Giving positive complements to students and letting them know you recognize them as an individual. When you are critiquing something the student has submitted, make sure you also find a positive as well. In addition, calling home and speaking to a parent and letting them know how well their student is doing will really build the students confidence and belief in themselves. Sparking more confidence comes from giving them more responsibilities and accountability. When we don't trust students to complete a task, then they feel inadequate. Giving chunks for them to finish and then have them check in with you will help spark their confidence. Regarding mental health awareness, the pandemic has brought more awareness to the importance of addressing the student and families SEL. Each school is devoting time to assisting students and their families. Our Social Worker constantly shares different resources with us and the students.

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I am 54 years old and when was in high school if someone went to a therapist they would definitely not share that with others because there was a stigma and others would have seen that as something was wrong.  I think today's generation does not feel that way-we have heard so much over the past 20 years about "taking mental health days" and "self care" and other pro-mental health messages that there is virtually no stigma today. I say virtually because just like with any change, it takes time and we are blending generations - old and new - and of course not everyone in any one generation is the same...but I think the stigma is way, way less than it has ever been and many see getting "help" as a sign of strength and not weakness.  Also such a large percentage of the populations has some kind of mental health diagnosis (anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, etc.) that most people either have a mental health issue or are close to someone who does. I think we are going in the right direction in terms of "normalizing" it and recognizing that if someone had a health issue like diabetes they would go see a doctor and get treated, and similarly if someone had a mental health issue like anxiety or depression then they, too, should go see a doctor and get treated.  -Laura Lewin

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I think the last two year with COVID and being at home has really brought to light many issues with mental health.  We are seeing more cases in high schools.  Between that, the demanding course work expectations, and readjusting to the world, emotions are taking over.  

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I think the last two year with COVID and being at home has really brought to light many issues with mental health.  We are seeing more cases in high schools.  Between that, the demanding course work expectations, and readjusting to the world, emotions are taking over.  

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***Do you feel Mental Health Awareness is a stigma in K-12 education? Why or Why not....Stigma=No because it is not a shame to have reminders about how we feel and how we need to take care of changes/events going on around us. ***What resources are you aware of in the Greater Charlotte Community for students, staff and families in social emotional learning? Social workers, coun., and community non profits.

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***Do you feel Mental Health Awareness is a stigma in K-12 education? Why or Why not....Stigma=No because it is not a shame to have reminders about how we feel and how we need to take care of changes/events going on around us. ***What resources are you aware of in the Greater Charlotte Community for students, staff and families in social emotional learning? Social workers, coun., and community non profits.

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Mental Health has always been a challenge and avoided in the past. The TED talk student brought it to microscope for her state and now others. I agree that more resources need to be presented in school. Sometimes, as educators, we do write it off as a stigma among family members and have a biased opinion of siblings if we're not careful. But remember, mental health issues can and do run in the family. Until you or someone you know has mental health issues, it's difficult to be empathetic. This year,  I had this SEL guest for our podcast. He was informative. https://www.kyleagreene.com/

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Mental Health has always been a challenge and avoided in the past. The TED talk student brought it to microscope for her state and now others. I agree that more resources need to be presented in school. Sometimes, as educators, we do write it off as a stigma among family members and have a biased opinion of siblings if we're not careful. But remember, mental health issues can and do run in the family. Until you or someone you know has mental health issues, it's difficult to be empathetic. This year,  I had this SEL guest for our podcast. He was informative. https://www.kyleagreene.com/

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Confidence: Be a positive person and don't let other's negatively bring you down. It is easy to be negative when others are negative, the same goes with positivity!

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Confidence: Be a positive person and don't let other's negatively bring you down. It is easy to be negative when others are negative, the same goes with positivity!

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How can you build confidence as an educator after coming out of the pandemic?  i think we can build confidence as an educator by being ok with changes.  Embrace the fact that things have changed and will not go back.  Also, as evident in the video - being positive before being negative.  I am trying this in all facets of my life - family, work, and community relations.

How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers?
I would continue with using positive affirmations and gestures and turning negative ones into positive. Most of us respond based on how we are approached. We can all learn to approach people with positive comments first. If I must communicate something that is not positive, learn how to do it gently only after I have established a positive environment.

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Patrice McClain - Building Confidence and Sparking Confidence in students

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Patrice McClain - Building Confidence and Sparking Confidence in students

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While many may not agree, the best way to build confidence in students is to make them assume responsibility. So often parents and even other teachers will reach out to me on behalf of a student. This student does not have anything invested in the process, and they sink when they are asked the simplest questions. I engage students, make sure they understand what they are getting themselves into, and require them to be involved with the process and the conversations. When they are able to do this, they find out what they are truly capable of! Teachers often see an increase in engagement in other classes because students can "handle their business" which makes a significant difference in their confidence level.

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Elaine Friar...........Building Confidence:  

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Elaine Friar...........Building Confidence:  

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Building Confidence:  Encouraging those students below a 2.8 to enter a college class through the CCP program.  Show that I have faith in their abilities.  Also, with implementing Naviance, to have an open mind and again, endorse students and encourage them to research and set goals for landmarks that will indeed be a stretch.

Spark Confidence in students and teachers by sharing enthusiasm and a true love of what WE do as CDCs. We bring DREAMS to live by publicizing all the events that come across our desk. Even if we feel that no students at >>>> school will do this~~do not prejudge and announce and ask and encourage them.

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How to spark confidence in your students and techers?
When we think about developing confidence, we might think about preparing students to talk in front of the class. Yet true confidence is so much more, it’s the ability to feel brave enough to share your ideas and speak your truth. To help students feel comfortable doing this, we have to create class/school cultures where all students are respected, safe, and treated fair.  One way to help student build confidence is to help them unpack what confidence means. Have students reflect on times when they've felt confident and times when they've felt less confident. They can also reflect on times when they were successful.  Reflecting on past success gives students the energy they need to tackle another obstacle.

How to build confidence as an educator coming out of the pandemic?
It's not an exaggeration to say that the Covid-19 pandemic will possibly change us for life. We've all been through unprecedented challenges. The way we work, socialize, and go about our daily lives has been deconstructed as we've been forced into a new way of living. It's no surprise that our confidence may be fragile. Our confidence can waver when we're out of practice like any habit. I am somewhat still anxious when I'm at work, but I always reaffirm that I have faith and can do all things through "Christ," who strengthens me. My self-talk is how I build self-confidence, I stay away from the negative folks, and I don't allow them to consume my inner thoughts.

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1. How can you build confidence as an educator after coming out of the pandemic? For the first year of the pandemic every day was “Blursday”. I moved forward but everything felt so surreal. I didn’t even pay attention to the news what are the new Covid restrictions because I knew that everything will change the next day anyway. Thankfully there were some silver linings but The uncertainty was very discomforting and threw me off balance at times. I try to remind myself that the only thing certain about life was change and try to keep reminding myself of the goal of helping all students and my school community. I think when you have a few overarching goals it is helpful just to remind yourself of them.

2. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers? I feel like I’m always saying the phrase that there are multiple paths to success. I truly believe that. For some people it’s college, for other it’s the military, for other it’s a trait. I read Michelle Beyers’ entry above and it sounds like she had all three! I try to show as many examples of the multiple paths as possible and try to support students in as many ways as possible. Half the battle is getting the word out there-being like a one woman ad agency for the Career and College center and getting the word out about all of the opportunities out there.

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1. How can you build confidence as an educator after coming out of the pandemic? Coming out of the pandemic our CPCC enrollment for students of color drastically dropped. We are working on in classroom goal setting plan that have student's identify their goals for post high school.  Then the ELL team with CDC help gives them stepping stones to achieving realistic steps in reaching those goal.   2. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers? I spark confidence in my student by showing each student they have a path.  While their path may not be as direct as they want it to be, there is a successful road.  I like to link my experiences finishing a Technology Certifications in High School of Cosmetology. Then moving to Military to pay for college. Then a tech school to save more money the first 2 years. Then a Bachelors and Masters degree.  Now a NBCT. I did not have a direct path, but I always moved forward towards my goal.  

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1. How can you build confidence as an educator after coming out of the pandemic? Coming out of the pandemic our CPCC enrollment for students of color drastically dropped. We are working on in classroom goal setting plan that have student's identify their goals for post high school.  Then the ELL team with CDC help gives them stepping stones to achieving realistic steps in reaching those goal.   2. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers? I spark confidence in my student by showing each student they have a path.  While their path may not be as direct as they want it to be, there is a successful road.  I like to link my experiences finishing a Technology Certifications in High School of Cosmetology. Then moving to Military to pay for college. Then a tech school to save more money the first 2 years. Then a Bachelors and Masters degree.  Now a NBCT. I did not have a direct path, but I always moved forward towards my goal.  

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1.  As an educator, we have the responsibility to build relationships and inspire confidence.  Being the positive role models students need to see is imperative.   The Pandemic caused an shift in prospective as well as performance, and it also provided a disconnect to many students who thrive on the in-person interactions and ways that educators interact.  Working in the virtual environment allowed for those students who already lacked confidence to gently fade into the backdrop.  Post pandemic has been a challenge for many; however as educators we must consistently find ways to interact and meet students where they are.  In doing so, we motivate them to take risks, create challenges that will help them to build the confidence that they need to be successful.  Start with small wins, and give feedback when something positive has been accomplished.  Reinforce the need always be confident in your daily interactions and lead by example.
2. As educators, you must think outside the box to find relevant ways to help students to understand the value of their education on a daily basis. Engage and request student feedback on what and how they learn best, and simple "pivot" to meet some of those goals. If we work together as a team, and enlist the assistance of parents and community, we can create more well-rounded, socially accepted scholars. If they see that their ideas and suggestions are valued, this small jesture can boost their confidence. Small wins, can provide big results. Consistency is key, always demonstrate your confidence and require nothing less than that from your students.

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How can you build confidence as an educator coming out of the pandemic? You can  lead by example. By displaying self-care, confidence and remind yourself that "it's okay", and take your personal basis out of the situations.   This will enable students as well as teacher's have an visual of what confidence looks like.  ("A picture is worth a 1000 words")
How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers? You find the good in everyone that you come in contact with. Also by reiterating " we can do this"?

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1) How can you build confidence as an educator after coming out of the pandemic?

Remember your why...this is pretty simple. If you lose track of why in education, take a look at a group of students who are fighting to break out of a cycle of poverty wanting to know how they can take honors classes, or CCP, a student athlete who sits in the front row because he wants a college scholarship, a student who wants attention, but just really needs to be challenged, confidence comes from remembering where you came from; and why you wanted to get into education. No, nothing will ever be the same, but many that look to you will reflect from the energy you give.

2. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers?

Education has changed, and has yet to completely evolve. Even before the pandemic, there were cracks, however the pandemic made holes. I have learned, students will express themselves in non-traditional ways now, the ways in which we grew up believing was the standard in which we MUST go by in education must be re-evaluated. Student AND Educator confidence can be sparked by something as small as a tiny bit of affirmation, or a positive phone call to a parent rather than a negative one...or a knock at an educators door telling them they are doing an exceptional job. Something I ALWAYS tell my students, and educators can relate is that... "If you aren't failing, you aren't trying..." Yes, Woody Allen quotes might not be ideal; but I agree with the statement. Encourage ideas, and ways to reflect from your decisions. Students need CONSISTENT hope, and also need assistance in their goals, no matter big or small. Educators need assurances, their confidence comes from knowing they are trusted with their practices in the classroom.

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1. I think the best thing we can do as an educator coming out of the pandemic is to lead by example. If students and staff see us doing positive things and embracing challenges then it will promote confidence in other doing the same thing.
2. I think we can spark confidence in students and staff by encouraging them to take chances and speak their mind even if it seems like a difficult task. Set small goals so they can get little victories that will promote them taking chances, which will ultimately build confidence.

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1. How can you build confidence as an educator after coming out of the pandemic?

-Stay positive, hot yoga, positive thoughts, and love your family & friends.

1. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers?

-Tell everyone positive thoughts:

-You got this
-Good Job
-Don't give up

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Reflections on the Confidence video shared at 3/17 meeting

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Reflections on the Confidence video shared at 3/17 meeting

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1. Staying abreast to all that is happening, especially the well being of others, asking how they are doing, what can be done for them? How can they be supported?  2. Provide positive feedback, notes of encouragement, providing weekly check-ins, and extra support as needed. 

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1. Staying abreast to all that is happening, especially the well being of others, asking how they are doing, what can be done for them? How can they be supported?  2. Provide positive feedback, notes of encouragement, providing weekly check-ins, and extra support as needed. 

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https://www.ednc.org/state-superintendent-nc-chamber-unveil-plans-to-link-workforce-k-12/

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With employment still below pre-pandemic levels, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt and N.C. Chamber President Gary Salamido unveiled their ideas on Wednesday for improving alignment between North Carolina's K-12 public school system and its workforce.

The livestreamed conversation, titled "How K-12 Education Fuels NC's Competitive Success," was moderated by EducationNC's CEO Mebane Rash.

Truitt, who recently declared 2022 "the year of the workforce," outlined four goals and a new workforce development website to help reframe "what a K-12 education is all about."

"We hear more and more about young people living in their parents' basement," she said. "We need to be intentional about the way we are preparing students for life after high school, in a way that looks different than the we're doing it now."

Truitt unveiled her full strategic plan, Operation Polaris, last year.

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For the N.C. Chamber, Salamido announced the creation of the N.C. Chamber Foundation's Institute for Workforce Competitiveness. The institute, set to launch in March, will begin by seeking out stories of successful workforce initiatives from N.C. Chamber members and then look to boost those statewide.

"It's going to bring people together to make sure we advance and make sure North Carolina is the best place to live, work, and raise your family," Salamido said.

'A moment in time'

Both Truitt and Salamido discussed the role of the COVID-19 pandemic in improving school system-workforce alignment. According to a statement from the N.C. Chamber, despite a record number of available jobs, the number of North Carolinians employed and in the labor force is still below where it was prior to the pandemic.

"Now we have a moment in time to fundamentally do things and change things forever in communities all across North Carolina that maybe would've taken a lot longer to do, or maybe we wouldn't have had the same type of impetus to do them," Salamido said. "But the pandemic has shown what we always knew where the gaps were but they're much more in front of us now."

"The pandemic has shown us how quickly the workforce can change," Truitt added. "We are, I think, in the middle of some shape-shifting when it comes to what work looks like."

New accountability metrics?

Truitt also expressed interest in revising the current school accountability model to reflect business community engagement.

"We cannot continue to define school quality solely based on 80% achievement, 20% growth," she said.

She proposed considering data on the number of students participating in the Career & College Promise program or the enrichment activities offered at a school.

You can hear more from Truitt and Salamido in Business North Carolina's Weekly Roundup here.

Other highlights

Here's a few more highlights from the webinar:

When asked about their first experiences in the workforce, Truitt: "I started my very first working engagement as babysitter ... but my first actual, you know, real job was my senior year of high school. I worked Godiva chocolates at the mall near my house." Salamido: "My first job was counting coins. My dad was in the vending business. So it was counting coins and putting them into wrappers."

Truitt: "The vast majority of jobs require some postsecondary education and credential of value. And that could mean a truck driving credential, a welding credential, IT certifications, a two-year degree in finance, or a four-year degree in education. Right now, we have about an 87% high school graduation rate across our state, but only 31% of our graduates go on to get some kind of credential of value before the age of 24."

When asked what teachers should be emphasizing most in K-12 classrooms, Salamido: "The fundamentals are the fundamentals, right? It all starts with reading." Truitt: "What we're hearing in the education community is that what used to be called 'soft skills,'... communication, collaborations, being a member of a team, critical thinking skills, being a creative problem solver - those have been renamed 'durable skills.' And I love that they're being called durable skills because they are skills for a lifetime."

Dean Drescher

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State Superintendent, NC Chamber unveil plans to better link workforce and K-12

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With employment still below pre-pandemic levels, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt and N.C. Chamber President Gary Salamido unveiled their ideas on Wednesday for improving alignment between North Carolina's K-12 public school system and its workforce. The livestreamed conversation, titled "How K-12 Education Fuels NC's Competitive Success," was moderated by EducationNC's CEO Mebane Rash.

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1. How can you build confidence as an educator after coming out of the pandemic? I believe that we all can build confidence after the pandemic through giving ourselves grace as we embrace the struggles that the pandemic has placed before us. While keeping in mind that everything is not going to be perfect, but knowing that as an expert in this field that we have what it takes to get to the other side. Also, as begin to operate in our new normal we can remain reflective on what has been and what is to come and continue to work towards becoming the best practitioner you can be.

2. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers? I like what she says about Permission, Community and Personality. I believe that if you give teachers the permission to show up as their authentic self and empower their creative juices, while celebrating them and the teaching personality that they bring to the table through a community of people that is willing to help them achieve and adjust their goals in a realistic way.

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Things we have done: Career Fair, NTHS Inductions/Celebrations, CTE Student/Teacher showcase, Certification Showcase, Pathway Showcases, Door Decorating, Morning Announcements (Careers of the Day), Career Assessments with financial prizes, Career Snapshots website push, teacher certificates/recognition at faculty meeting, Lunch and Learns, Snacks for CTETeachers, Business Partner Recognition

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Feature a 30 second "blurb" on a different career every morning on the student TV news

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Feature a 30 second "blurb" on a different career every morning on the student TV news

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Building confidence: I believe we always need to start by meeting our kids where they are, whether it’s emotionally, socially,etc. Our past shapes so much about us and to help our students/teachers become more confident the first step is acceptance. Like every other story all of our paths to confidence vary, some straight lines, some squiggly ones:) The important thing is that we are patient and compassionate. By exposing our students to opportunities we help show them their are no limits and that working through failures and successes is what we all go through. That’s one of the ways we help build confidence.
Sparking Confidence: Stress the importance of who they already are and help them find what they are passionate about. Passion always sparks learning and confidence comes with learning about yourself.

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Check out 7 unique ideas below for celebrating CTE month.

1. Invite a different guest speaker each day (for a week) or once a week that holds a different career related to FACS.

2. Complete a community service project each week. For ideas click here.

3. Encourage the entire CTE department to decorate their doors based on their area/careers.

4. Create college posters for schools that offer CTE related careers (especially FACS) and display in the hallway.

5. Get together with the CTE department to create a promo video for all CTE programs. If they don’t want to participate, create one just for FACS!

6. Focus on a different aspect of CTE each week: Week 1-Schools that offer CTE career programs, Week 2- CTE Clubs, Week 3- CTE Careers,  Week 4- All CTE Celebration (Spirit Week)

7. Takeover school announcements highlighting different students, clubs, and activities for the month: CTE Student of the week, CTSO of the week, CTE Teacher of the week, etc.

8. Plan a CTE Community Fair- Each CTE class can invite some for their industry to showcase program related careers. Then have each class conduct demonstrations showing what they do in class. Some ideas are listed below:

FACS Classes can do cooking demos, conduct food tastings, put on a fashion show, do a childproofing your home presentation, and so much more!!

Automotive can perform oil changes, wash cars, check fluids and air pressure in tires.

Cosmetology can do basic manicures, silk out hair, shampoo hair, present healthy hair presentations

Nursing/Health Service can conduct basic pre-screening checks for blood pressure, give presentations on yearly checkups, and more!

Business/Marketing classes can help people create email addresses, develop resumes, design business cards, etc.

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Last year, Garinger CTE Educators created videos discussing their course and pathways for CTE Month.

This year, one of the ideas I had was to create a CTE documentary of the entire month. The documentary will feature video interviews of educators, activities that are taking place throughout the school, and I am attempting to convince my principal to let me take over the announcements every Tuesday to Highlight our Educators and programs.

This month will feature: NTHS Nominations, Field Trip to UTI, CTE Cafeteria Games, and Trivia, CTE Clubs, as part of our Club Day Feb 4, and 18th.

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Cadre 1: P.McClian, B.McGraw, L. Lewin, J. Walker

Best Prat.-CTE Month:

For career fairs, plan 2-3 months out.
-List of vendors
-Map of school/parking
-Directions for check-in at school
-Share with students/worksheet with list of questions students can ask vendors

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Cadre 5- Culek, Carr, Baxter, White
-NTHS induction, NTHS hosts CTE teacher breakfast, CTE teacher thank you cards
-CTE class registration showcase outside the cafe
-Middle school/feeder schools showcasing CTE classes
-Registration videos about CTE/pathways
-Door Decorating contests
-Guest speakers
-CPCC meeting and CCP information sessions
-Academy of Engineering Week- NAF/AOE week and showcase (Week 2/21)
-Announcements about CTE fun facts and classes

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Here is the Padlet regarding 2021 CTE Concentrator Feedback Survey Information: 

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Here is the Padlet regarding 2021 CTE Concentrator Feedback Survey Information: 

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https://padlet.com/brianlelliott/ConcentratorSurvey

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1. How do you build confidence as an educator after coming out of a pandemic? 2. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers? Rebecca White

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1. How do you build confidence as an educator after coming out of a pandemic? 2. How can you spark confidence in your students and teachers? Rebecca White

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1.Take one day at a time. Set small obtainable goals to build confidence.
2. I think we spark confidence in teachers and students by being present, showing up for others.  Go to a play, go to a sporting event, be a club advisor and show up for our students outside of the classroom. The same is true for our teachers.  Visit their classes and let them know they are doing a great job teaching despite covid and all of the pressures of being a class room teacher. Positive reinforcement goes a long way!

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1.  As an educator coming out of the pandemic, I can build confidence by giving myself permission to make mistakes as I am still new to my role.  Through my mistakes I am able to learn, grow, and become more confident as a CDC.  By creating community with fellow co-workers, I can build confidence by giving and receiving true support and encouragement.    By being curious, I can open myself up to exploring areas that I may have been originally hesitant to explore.
2. I can spark confidence in my students by speaking positive words of encouragement and by being available whenever needed to meet one on one to assist and support. It is my desire to create a sense of community that encourages ALL the students that I work with to know that I believe in them and that I have an open door policy. By creating a sense of community with my coworkers, we can build a stronger team that can better instill a higher level of confidence in our students.

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Each department showcase something:
*Pathway Demo days:
*Business attire fashion show
*Guest speakers
*JA visits regarding various pathways
*Lunch buddy/business days
*Staff dressed as important African American
*Grand opening of our school-based business set up by the Entrepreneurial class
*Spirit night, students could showcase exemplars of their work, inspirations
*financial literacy events with students (financial games)
*CTE sponsored donations for the homeless to publicize POB techniques:  marketing, finance, distribution
*CTE announcements that publicize the CTE offerings at each location.

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CTE Month Ideas
CTE course displays outside of classrooms that showcase careers that can come from that particular class or pathway. These can be set up in mall areas as well or different parts of the school.

Guest Speakers- Run a CTE guest speaker week during homerooms or CTE classes. Use Zoom if guest speakers cannot come into the school.

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Here is December 2021 Meeting PLC .PPT Deck

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Here is December 2021 Meeting PLC .PPT Deck

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CPCC portals and websites cannot be accessed from out of the country. Any students traveling for the winter break/spring break session will not have access to any site with cpcc.edu (From Jeanette Culek – Hough)

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CPCC portals and websites cannot be accessed from out of the country. Any students traveling for the winter break/spring break session will not have access to any site with cpcc.edu (From Jeanette Culek – Hough)