Ontario Shores celebrate the success of their Coop placements!

'What we've Heard from our High School Co-op Students'

“My Career, My Future” – a Special Night at Applewood Heights Secondary School

'Applewood Heights Secondary School provides students and their families with career insights with the support of local businesses and the community. Twenty-nine guest speakers from a wide range of occupations and career paths addressed a mixed group of over 200 students and parents at Applewood Heights Secondary School as part of a “My Career, My Future” night'

Rick Hansen Secondary School's Pathways in Motion

Rick Hansen Secondary School in Mississauga decided to do something different. Inspired by the format from the Ontario School Counsellors’ Association Energizing Pathways Conference last spring, Sandra Mateus, a co-op teacher at Rick Hansen, along with the school’s Pathways Committee, set up a series of sector panels to address larger groups of grade 10 students. The sectors included Healthcare, Skilled trades, The Arts, Emergency Services, Engineering and Technology, and Service.'

Take Our Kids to Work 2010 is a national success!

Link to this extensive list of media coverage for this annual, national day of experiential learning via a 1-day job shadowing experience.

JD Smith Provides Co Op Placement for Local High School

'In keeping with our ongoing commitment to education opportunities, JD Smith entered a partnership, in 2004, with The Toronto Catholic District School Board to support the “Transportation Program” at James Cardinal McGuigan CSS. This particular school-work transition program provides students with opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills required for direct entry into the work force immediately after high school. The students are able to complete their secondary school diploma or certificates required to allow entry into a specific industry. Overall they develop employ-ability and industry-specific skills and obtain experience in the workplace. The hands on experience helps the students decide if they have chosen a rewarding career.'

State Farm showcases their successful Coop experiences: 'It's a Win'

'We understand the value of being involved in our local communities. This interaction allows State Farm to get involved through community outreach programs that demonstrates our ‘good neighbour’ approach. Our goal is to build the “employment brand” by focusing on the unique strengths that make State Farm a great place to work.

High School Co-Op Program
One of the ways we are doing this is by working with local high schools to offer non-paid cooperative (co-op) opportunities. Co-op combines classroom-based education with practical work experience...'

Wall St. football jock makes difference in the classroom

'...He's giving $300,000 to the Toronto District School Board over the next two years to support financial literacy for students in Grades 7 to 12.

Teachers can apply for $2,500 grants to educate kids about money – and Hadden will approve each grant...'

Time for a change - find the right career

'Imagine how different your life would be if you looked forward to work. You were excited to get up in the morning, eager to start your day because you really enjoyed what you do. Doesn't sound possible? Erase that negative thought from your mind immediately, if you ever hope to achieve "living your passion". It can be done. If you find your passion, and it is something that can be translated into a career, that will not only be fulfilling personally, but also assist you financially as well.'

Southlake Regional Hospital celebrates the success of their Co-op students!

Link to this 12-page document showcasing the current careers of former Coop students