Multiple pathways exist for students after graduation for careers. These pathways can range from working in medicine to making new products. However, students interested in construction can take an opportunity to learn more and further their interests.
The class will take place over the summer within Union High School in San Juan Capistrano, the first time this program has ever been done.
The classes will take place for 8 weeks, starting from June 16th and ending on August 8th. This can boost students’ forward interest in BITA as they develop skills and gain pathway options.
The summer BITA Tech Academy is an opportunity provided to students interested in construction work, providing experience in framing, plumbing, wiring and carpentry.
Students that finish the program leave prepared for BITA 3 & 4, have the ability to join a pre-apprenticeship, as well as being adequately prepared for college trades and construction management. It also opens up students to receive a capstone due to BITA 2 being a level 3 class.
“While in the class students can learn more about their pathways, making sure they understand the opportunities presented while learning the skills,” said Lynne Bell, a College and Career Advantage technician.
“Students that do complete this program also complete the pathway, granting them an orange cord at graduation.”
Those that also complete this program may also take priority into apprenticeship with the Simon Builders foundation. This foundation assists students by allowing them to take on projects such as building a tiny home with a group. Continuing in this may also lead into paid apprenticeships for students interested in working in construction or construction management..
Multiple certifications such as OSHA-10 and CPR & First aid Certification are given to students while in the class. These certifications allow for hiring opportunities outside of school as most construction jobs require these as prerequisites.
Portfolios can also be made from this experience during the summer program as well as credits being given for finishing the class. Students can continue to hone their talents in this field while enrolled later on in BITA 3 and 4.
“This program would help with learning more rapidly. The work done within this program can boost forward students like me who want to learn faster.” said Gerardo Zavala-Garcia (12).
Students that are interested in this program may fill out the form provided on the flyer or click on this link to show interest in signing up for the class. The more students that are intrigued may allow for the program to continue on for more students in future years.
