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HOW DOES THE APPRENTICE BENEFIT?
HOW DOES THE APPRENTICE BENEFIT?
This program introduces high school students to the world of work through close association with effective leaders in the Aurora Public Schools community. Students refine their social and intellectual skills by relating to a variety of adults, writing reports, becoming precise in their analysis of issues, and initiating their own learning experiences. They gain career-specific knowledge while spending time in an elementary classroom gaining skills through hands on experiences.
HOW ARE INTERNS SELECTED?
HOW ARE INTERNS SELECTED?
High school juniors and seniors selected have demonstrated: leadership and initiative in their schools and communities, special talents and skills of value to the particular sponsors, or a capacity for creating new solutions to problems. Interns are selected by demonstrating their maturity, sensitivity, and the capacity to assume responsibility. They must exhibit above-average ability in academics. Applicants need approval by the high school counselors and administration.
WHAT ABOUT EMPLOYMENT?
WHAT ABOUT EMPLOYMENT?
High School apprentices are paid, and are covered by Aurora Public Schools' worker's compensation insurance. This experience may lead to future employment. Some apprentices may be invited to return to their school for the following school year. The students have the possibility of continuing to work at their assigned elementary school after they graduate from High School. At this point, the students can continue to work on their degree in elementary education while gaining valuable experience in the classroom, getting paid, as well as earning retirement benefits.
WHEN DOES THE A2T CLASS MEET?
WHEN DOES THE A2T CLASS MEET?
The morning session meets from 8-10 am. The afternoon session is from 1-3 pm. Class is held EVERY DAY for the first 3-4 weeks of the semester. After that time, class meets only on Friday's which leaves the remainder of the week for the apprenticeship.
WHAT ABOUT COLLEGE?
WHAT ABOUT COLLEGE?
Students will easily be able to transfer the college credit they earn here at Pickens to any college they choose to continue their degree in elementary education. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the TREP program which allows for 2 years of college paid for!
TREP flyer English.pdfIS ACADEMIC CREDIT OFFERED?
IS ACADEMIC CREDIT OFFERED?
The Intern receives high school credit (3 elective credits) as well as 6 CCA college credits.
A memorandum of understanding is signed by the student, parents/guardians, the sponsor, EIP coordinator, school administrators, and the student's counselor to formalize the arrangement.
A2T Program Curriculum
A2T Program Curriculum
EDU 2211- Introduction to Education (3 CCA Credits)
EDU 1088- Practicum 1 (3 CCA Credits)
High School Elective Credits Offered
High School Elective Credits Offered
3 elective credits
APPRENTICESHIP TO TEACHING PROGRAM
APPRENTICESHIP TO TEACHING PROGRAM
Pickens Technical College
Pickens Technical College
500 Airport Blvd., Aurora, CO 80011
303-344-4910
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