EPHS College and Career Newsletter

Education pays, 2021 : Career Outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Fast-growing occupations that pay well and don’t require a college degree : Career Outlook

Projected openings in occupations that require a college degree : Career Outlook

It’s your future & choice after high school. The great thing is, you have numerous options & paths you can take after graduation!

The question is…..What will you choose? The next question…..Are you on the path needed to achieve your future plan goals?

If you’re not sure, have questions or want support your Student Services Grade Level Team can help. Come see us!

• Seniors—Mr. Flores, Mrs. Ash, Mr. Cowden & Mrs. Navarro

• Juniors—Mrs. Gebicke-Parker, Mr. Everitt, Mr. Cowden & Mr. Marrs

• Sophomore—Mrs. Fry, Mr. Cowden & Mrs. Renteria Gamboa

• Freshmen—Mr. Fletcher, Mr. Cowden & Mr. Roman

Both of these local manufacturing companies provide proprietary & innovative products, research & design to companies worldwide. Think – Engineering, Robotics, Lab Techs, Research & Development, Science (Chemistry & Physics), Manufacturing, Marketing/Advertising, Project Creation & Management, Machine Techs & Operators, etc. Both provide job/career opportunities in various and numerous areas that also require varied levels of education needed. Both are also very innovative & modern with their approaches with work culture, work spaces, core values & concepts & employee relations. Think – less old school or traditional & more innovative. You can visit their websites at the following http://www.nicindustries.com/ & https://qtmi.net/

During this event, students were able to experience and gain exposure to many areas of the auto industry including sales and management, parts and service, general maintenance (lube technicians), and auto technicians.

The tour was led by the Lithia Toyota Service Manager, Automotive Technician Recruiter, and Associate General Recruiter. Students toured the shop area and had interactions with a couple of the technicians as they diagnosed and worked to repair automobiles.

Students then learned about specific requirements, certifications, training, and opportunities that Lithia provides for its employees. Also, the various positions available via Lithia and the vast number of locations. The range of pay, benefits, and stock options for employees were also covered and explained.

The next section of the tour provided a Q and A with active engagement, educational interaction, and questions from the students. During the Q and A two automotive technicians were able to speak about their experience related to general working conditions and daily routines. They also shared their personal experiences about their educational paths, one tech went through RCC, and the other through Universal Technical Institute - UTI.

Lithia Employees ended the tour with information about their continuing education program and the certificates that are provided and required by the company. This was an invaluable time during the tour as students wear able to interact with a wide range of individuals with experiences in all phases of the training and work application.

Thank you Lithia for the experience!

During this event, students had the opportunity to experience and gather knowledge of the Electrician trade as well as safety standards. Students also had the opportunity to practice some skills on an active construction site during the tour.

The tour was led by representatives from Pacific Electrical Contractors, Rogue Electric Pre-Apprentice Coordinator/Instructor, and Crater Lake Electrical. During the tour of the Pavilion Construction Site, students were able to hear from our tour guides and a couple of the Electricians who were on site. This part of the tour focused on observing the frontline employees at work in their daily environment and experiences. Students were able to witness the various advancements in technologies, equipment, tools, and practices now being used in industries today for a more productive and healthier work environment.

After touring the construction site, students had the fortunate opportunity to participate in the education and training side of the Electrician trade at Crater Lake Electrical - Training Center for Electricians in the Rogue Valley. In particular, the Pre-Apprentice program is a pathway to the Electrician Apprenticeship. While this program in no way guarantees anyone a spot as an Apprentice within the industry, it is undoubtedly a valuable and worthwhile program that prepares individuals and helps with resumes.

Our students were not only able to hear about the opportunities within this program, but they were also able to take part in some “hands-on” learning, activities, and projects within the training center's shop. Our students seemed to enjoy this opportunity and experience while also walking away from this experience well-informed about the program and the Electrician industry as a whole.

The OSAC Scholarship Application provides current and future Oregon students with one easy application to apply for multiple scholarships at one time. OSAC awards more than $10 million in scholarships annually through more than 600 scholarships. Also the platform for accessing & completing the process for the OR Promise - Up to $4K+ possible for OR graduates w/ a 2.0 High School GPA & attending an OR Community College next school year.

The Oregon Community Foundation offers a variety of scholarships that are ideal for EPHS candidates and are part of the OSAC application process. Click Here to view a list of these scholarships.

Please make sure you are routinely checking your school email account! After the winter break, our local scholarship application will be shared out via google form to all senior emails.

Questions?

Please contact Rob Cowden, College/Career/Workforce Coordinator at 541-830-6676 or cowdenr@eaglepnt.k12.or.us