News - ICR Future

02 Aug Job Shadow Registration is Open for Area High School Students

Posted at 09:54h in Uncategorized

Job Shadow Opportunities for Area High School Students Kirkwood Community College Workplace Learning Connection’s job shadow and internship experiences are great ways for high school students to begin planning for their future. Job shadows are 2-4 hour opportunities with local employers that give students a chance to explore...

30 Mar Planning For Your Future: Tools + Resources From Workplace Learning Connection

Posted at 15:54h in Uncategorized

The Workplace Learning Connection team unveiled new tools, resources and accompanying video series this month, Planning For Your Future. The content was curated and created by the Workplace Learning Connection team this winter/early spring in response to educator and counselor program needs supportive of an ICRFuture...

26 Feb 2022 ICR Future Virtual Career & College Fair

Posted at 11:38h in Uncategorized

Join us for the ICR Future Career and College Fair. A fair unlike any other in Eastern Iowa, ICR bridges the gap between career exploration and college/training selection, helping students make informed decisions that align career interests with education and training exploration. Join our exhibitors...

11 Jan Show your LOVE to school staff in February!

Posted at 14:30h in Uncategorized

Educators, administrators and staff have been working hard to deliver education and services during these challenging times. School staff has shown resiliency, creativity, collaboration and critical thinking skills in supporting student learning. Please consider showing your gratitude to those you know working in education throughout...

20 Oct Mark Perna: Recorded Session and Resources

Posted at 11:25h in Educators, Employers, Uncategorized

Bestselling author and generational expert Mark C. Perna hosted two conversations with community leaders, educators, parents, and students in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids (ICR) region on October 19, 2020. During his comments, Mark shared key insights on today’s younger generations, how to answer their all-important...

13 Oct ICAN Trades Guide Showcases “Earn and Learn” Career Opportunities

Posted at 11:08h in Educators, Employers, News, Students / Parents

ICAN's new Trades Guide is a great resource for students considering a career path in the construction trades. These Iowa Building and Construction Trades Registered Apprenticeship Programs are overseen by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, and are “Earn and Learn”...

13 Oct ICR Sector Boards Develop New Career Exploration Websites

Posted at 10:49h in Educators, Employers, News, Students / Parents

ICR Industry Sector Boards are business-led coalitions that develop, implement, and evaluate strategies to meet the workforce needs of a specific industry. These boards work hand-in-hand with regional organizations to help job seekers explore their career interests and connect with career opportunities right here in...

12 Oct DeltaV Launches New Computer Operations BootCamp

Posted at 12:48h in Educators, Employers, News, Students / Parents

There is an urgent need to return Iowans to the workforce as quickly as possible in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. With that in mind, DeltaV has launched new curriculum and a program that features fully-paid tuition costs, thanks to a grant from the...

03 Sep Mark Perna: Unleashing the Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations

Posted at 14:47h in Educators, Employers, News, Uncategorized

National Author Virtual Keynote Address - October 19thNoon - 1:00 pm Session: Business, Community, and Education Leaders REGISTER (free)6:00 - 7:00 pm Session: Parents, Students, and Teachers REGISTER (free) Join bestselling author and generational expert Mark C. Perna as he unveils the groundbreaking innovations and strategies...

26 Aug Job Shadow Registration is Open for High Schoolers!

Posted at 11:35h in Educators, News, Students / Parents

Workplace Learning Connection (WLC) Job Shadow Experiences are are great way for high school students to begin planning for their future. These 2-4 hour opportunities with local employers give students a chance to learn more about career pathways.Students who are just starting their career exploration...