TSD Business Community Connector
Fall 2023 Newsletter
Welcome to our Back-to-School newsletter! Careers Start Here!
Summer is winding down and our students and teachers are back to school! Career Exploration, Work-Based Learning, and Career & Technical Education (CTE) continue to grow in Thompson School District and we would like to invite you to become a partner in a student's career education through a variety of opportunities.
Your expertise is invaluable in helping to shape a student's future career path and prepare them for the world of work! Through work-based learning opportunities, career exploration activities and events, YOU are able to connect with the youth talent pipeline while positively influencing the future workforce.
In this Issue:
- Xello Work-Based Learning Network
- Regional CTE Advisory Meeting - September 23rd
- Career Week at Truscott Elementary School - October 2nd & 3rd
- Save the Date - 8th Grade Career Expo - February 25th
- Summer Internship and Apprenticeship Highlights
Join our regional Xello Work-Based Learning Network to reach over 24,000 high school students!
Thompson School District is a proud member of the NoCo K12 Work-Based Learning Collaborative which is made up of school districts in our area that share the Xelllo WBL Network and work together to connect with businesses for the mutual benefit of industry and education. Our Xello WBL software platform allows YOU to reach over 24,000 high school students and educators in Larimer and Weld counties by posting opportunities like:
- Internships and Apprenticeships
- Part-time / summer jobs for current students and full-time employment after graduation
- Job Shadows, Informational Interviews, and Career Tours
- Guest speaking, mentorship
- Volunteer opportunities
Click here to set up a meeting with TSD's Business Community Coordinator, Susan Scott, and get started with Xello!
Share your Industry Expertise with CTE Educators and Learn About programs in TSD & PSD
Who: YOU! All Business and Industry Partners are invited to attend!
What: Collaborative Career & Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Meeting & Lunch Thompson and Poudre School Districts are hosting a collaborative meeting with these shared goals:
- Showcase to you the incredible opportunities available for students to engage in career-connected learning in Northern Colorado
- Give our industry and community partners the ability to touch/see/experience what our students do in the CTE classroom and interact with CTE educators
- Receive valuable feedback from industry whose guidance, ideas, and opportunities we rely on to grow and maintain relevancy in our curriculum and program offerings
When: Monday, September 23rd. 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Where: Poudre High School. 201 S Impala Dr, Fort Collins (Our spring advisory meeting will be in TSD)
RSVP: Click HERE to let us know you're attending and inform of us any dietary needs for lunch.
Thank you for your continued partnership and feedback!
Businesses and Colleges needed to share pathways with students!
Truscott Elementary College and Career Week
Location: Truscott Elementary School - 211 W 6th St, Loveland
Schedule:
- Wednesday October 2nd
- 12:00pm to 2:30pm
- Focus on Colleges, Careers in Skilled Trades, and Apprenticeships
- Thursday, October 3rd
- 8:30am to 11:00am
- Focus on all career pathways
Businesses, Organizations, Colleges, Universities, and other Post-Secondary education providers are invited to share career pathways through this second annual event at Truscott. There is indoor space for a more traditional fair booth or outdoor space if you would like to bring a large vehicle or other equipment. Interactive booths are highly encouraged and engaging to young career explorers!
Sign up: Please email Tanya Brown, Truscott Counselor at tanya.brown@tsd.org or call 970-613-6917.
TCC Construction Students - Summer Internships at IPS
Two TCC Construction Skilled Trades students, Amelia from LHS and Ethan from MVHS, completed summer internships with Independent Plumbing Solutions in Fort Collins. Amelia worked in the office creating social media content, processing estimates and invoices, and performing various office tasks. Ethan worked in the warehouse and the field, preparing parts for plumbers and assisting staff on the remodeling team. Congratulations on your successful internships!
From Intern to Employee - Manufacturing Internship at Fiberlok
Nothing like hearing "you're hired" at the end of a summer internship! Annilene, a recent 2024 graduate from LHS, recently completed a summer internship with Fiberlok where she inspected materials for quality, developed written processes for various steps in their manufacturing process, and enjoyed being part of a system that makes custom uniform patches through Fiberlok's unique process. Anni recently accepted a full-time position with Fiberlok where she'll continue in a quality control role. Congratulations! This internship was made possible through the NOCO Manufacturing Sector Partnership's summer internship program, coordinated by Larimer County Economic & Workforce Development.
Behind the Scenes - Stage Production Internships with TSD
Summer is a busy time for TSD Facilities and 2 MVHS students, Kian and Autumn, participated in a Stage Production / Auditorium Internship where they assisted with lights and sound for summer dance productions, repaired lighting and performed maintenance in many of TSD's auditoriums. They even had the opportunity to learn soldering as they rewired microphones under the supervision of the Lincoln Center's Stage Manager. Congratulations on 2 successful internships and for keeping TSD's performance spaces in excellent shape!
HIRED! TCC IT/Cybersecurity Student continues apprenticeship with City of Loveland
Gwen, a former student in the Thompson Career Campus Information Technology/Cybersecurity Program and 2024 graduate of Mountain View High School, began her IT Technician apprenticeship with the CIty of Loveland's IT Department in spring 2023. She was recently offered a full-time position with their help desk, where she will continue her apprenticeship and provide excellent customer support in IT to City employees. Congratulations Gwen on your new position and to the City of Loveland for gaining a new employee!
HIRED! TSD ITS hires Apprentice for full time position!
Owen, another TCC IT/Cyber program alum, began their IT Technician Apprenticeship with TSD Innovative Technology Services in 2023. They have provided IT support to students and staff throughout TSD and was recently offered a full-time Technician II position. Owen is a 2024 graduate of Loveland High School and valuable member of the TSD ITS team. Did you know that Owen is the 4th apprentice that has been hired from their apprenticeship by TSD ITS? Congratulations Owen and TSD ITS on another succesful apprenticeship!