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SLOME Science, Techology and Trades Interactive Exploration Day

Posted by: Elgin Middlesex Oxford Workforce Planning And Development Board
SLOMEworks hard to spark curiosity.  It enables youth to sample careers they may not have considered before and gives them an opportunity to experience the transferable skills required in today’s job market. 
SLOME’s focus is on the emerging industries of Science, Technology and the Trades. Last year over 2,800 students from Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford Counties and The City of London from grades 7-12, including private schools, 4 different school boards and 250 teachers and school volunteers attended. 
Are you looking for a one day opportunity to inspire youth on a career in your field? Would you like to get involved in developing your workforce of tomorrow? SLOME is held at the Western Fair Agriplex Building from 9am – 3pm on May 16th 2012.
Watch SLOME 2011in action; with the help of over 20 volunteers, 25 sponsors, 49+ interactive activities and 250 exhibitor representatives
What participants had to say….
“Kids seemed more mature than in previous years; they asked a lot of good questions and were very interested in employment opportunities”  Exhibitor
“The hands-on displays showed the real world application of the occupations on display.”  Teacher
I think that the Ontario Skills Passport is important because you lets you learn more about careers and helps you figure out what you want to do in your future.”  Student
Sponsors for 2012 will be recognized on thewww.workforcedevelopment.ca/slomewebsite as they are confirmed starting in August 2011. 
 
 
To get involved or more information contact: Kathryn Tull, Youth Projects Manager,
                                                                                         Passport to Prosperity Coordinator
                                                                                         Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford Workforce Planning and
                                                                                         Development Board
                                                                                         519-672-3499
                                                                                         Kathryn@workforcedevelopment.ca
 
Passport to Prosperity is a project of the Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford Workforce Planning and Development Board.  

 

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