CAREER BYTES!
Global EDGE's 'Career Bytes' is a fun way to explore various majors & career options while enjoying FREE pizza and soda! Chat one-on-one with professionals from exciting, high-demand careers and learn how Collin College can help lead you down a successful career path!

SESSIONS:
· October 9, 2009 - Convergence Tech at SCC
· November 13, 2009 - Culinary Arts at PRC
· February 12, 2010 - Child Development at SCC
· March 5, 2010 - Criminal Justice at CPC
· April 9, 2010 - 3-D Animation at SCC

TIME:
12:00pm—1:30pm

CAMPUS LOCATIONS:
· PRC, Preston Ridge Campus:
9700 Wade Blvd, Frisco, TX

· SCC, Spring Creek Campus:
2900 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX

· CPC, Central Park Campus:
2200 W University Dr, McKinney, TX

QUESTIONS??? CONTACT THE GLOBAL EDGE AT: (972) 548-6723

COW Day 2009

The Global Edge Tech Prep Consortium and Collin College will host its 3rd Annual

COW Day 2009:
Careers on Wheels

Collin County area businesses will be on the Campus of Collin College for 7th and 8th grade middle school students to explore careers associated various vehicles -- from ambulances to zambonis -- utilized in many areas of today’s workforce.

Past business participants have included:

•Best Buy Geek Squad
•Summit Helicopters
•US Postal Service
•Plano Fire Department
•Collin County Animal Services
•100.3 Jack FM
•Raytheon Network Systems
•And many others


This is a great chance to promote career opportunities in our local businesses to students in our surrounding areas.

Steer into this wonderful opportunity to be a part of the community and give back. Register today.

Contact us for more information

Introducing Mr. James Davis…A Notable Tech Prep Student

After graduating from McKinney High School in summer of 2008, James became a Computer Networking Technology student here at Collin College. James was introduced to the concept of computer networking through a family acquaintance as he began his high school education. He attributes his interest in this area to his most influential high school teacher, Ms. Kathy Fant. She exposed him to the world of networking and the Global Edge Tech Prep program. He learned that there were courses available that could be taken at his high school that would provide him college credit upon graduation. This increased his interest in the program and in computer technology. On his own, James began to pursue the areas of web development, gaming, building machines, and system administration. James was able to apply his knowledge of the Internet and assisted with the development of the McKinney ISD Athletics web site. Through his time at McKinney High School he was able to successfully complete five Tech Prep courses making him eligible to obtain as many as 15 Collin College credits. After graduation, James’ family provided him with the opportunity to attend any college that he desired. However, his decision to attend Collin College was simple. Collin offered the financial advantages of available college credit through his Tech Prep classes and the supportive environment that he desired. His foresight of the financial state of his family and economy in general proved to be a wise decision today. James cites the advantage he gained with being exposed to the CCNA courses at high school and expressed his appreciation as to how those courses prepared him for his college education. He is now completing his first year at Collin with a 3.0 GPA in aim of completing the CCNA exam next year and transferring to University of Texas at Dallas or the University of North Texas. His Tech Prep credits have been added to his Collin transcript, which James says will help him to finish his college career early. He is currently searching for a position that will allow him to apply his experience and skills in technical or networking administration. We are sure he will be very successful in any undertaking he pursues.

Bridges.com Offers Tools to Help Students Succeed

Have you ever wanted to be a circus performer or how about a park ranger? Information about all of these careers and more is available at www.bridges.com. There are over 20,000 job choices that students may not be aware of and bridges covers them all by using current research and student relevant data. The website is very user friendly and it allows users to complete fun quizzes to match your interests and skills with a career. You can also complete research on a career you are already interested in pursuing.

The up-to-date information allows you to research the current career paths and what kind of education and experience you will need to get these careers. Check with your high school counselor to see if your school has a Bridges account and get a password or you can sign up for a free trial account by following this link.

Global EDGE Recent Andy Masters Presentation

A recent presentation and discussion by national author and speaker Andy Masters was hosted by the Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium and Collin College at the Spring Creek Campus Conference Center. Masters provided encouraging words and advice to more than 100 students. His message centered on succeeding in your collegiate career and determining the personal and career qualities that will allow you to have “your best” future. Students participated in an engaging dialogue and complete an activity, “The Four Boxes”, to evaluate how to utilize their daily time to better pursue their future goals. Masters presented his personal life story of growing from an uneventful high school career to being ultimately driven to a fully engaged and directed collegiate life.

Additionally, Masters presented to Collin College faculty, staff and surrounding Collin County staff and teachers later that afternoon. Masters provided an inspirational talk on student success and retention. He encouraged the more than 30 attendees to 1. have and show passion for each student, 2. use humor in lectures and presentations, and 3. employ current events, technology and popular celebrities to connect with and engage students.

Both of the presentations were well received and the provided information was timely and appropriate. Attendees of both workshops were provided with a free autographed copy of his book “37 Keys to College Success”. More information about Andy Masters can be found at http://www.life-after-college.com/

For more information about the Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium, visit www.ccccd.edu/globalEDGE or contact by phone at (972) 548-6723.

Resources for College Success

The Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium presents
37 Keys to College Success
October 20, 2008 9:00 – 10:00 am
at the
Spring Creek Campus Conference Center

This FREE event is open to all students. Author Andy Masters presents an inspirational and motivational talk on the 37 keys to College Success. He will use humor, pop culture references, technology, and spirited career examples from successful young people in this interactive discussion. To insure a seat, please call the Global EDGE at 972-548-6723 or e-mail acaffery@ccccd.edu by October 15, 2008.

Andy Masters is a national Author/Speaker who has written 4 books and earned 4 degrees. Andy’s books “37 Keys to College Success: Balancing Student Life and Academics,” and Life After College: What to Expect and How to Succeed in Your Career” include tremendous advice for students while also providing great resources for faculty and staff.

Masters says “there are so many important things that can help students get ahead, such as networking, time management, strategic career planning, etc... But probably the most important things I tell them are what to AVOID, because what they don’t know CAN hurt them. A recent Harvard University study found that for every firing due to failure to perform, there are two firings due to personality conflicts and communication issues. In my programs, I discuss office politics, professionalism, ethics, drugs and alcohol in the workplace, and even the dangers of dating in the office and sexual harassment. It’s imperative that young professionals understand what the rules of the game are, and abide by those rules, so they don’t ruin their career before it even begins.”

Andy will also present a motivational talk on engaging and inspiring students for high school teachers, counselors, college advisors and instructors. October 20, 2008 1:00 – 2:30 pm at the Spring Creek Campus Conference Center. RSVP by Oct. 15th.

Six-year Plans Released

The Global EDGE Tech Prep Consortium has just release six-year plans for the 2008-2009 school year. These course outlines detail what Tech Prep classes are offered at your high school and how they fit into the big picture of your education plan. They show what college level course the Tech Prep class will translate to at Collin College and what other classes you will need to take in order to complete your associate’s degree requirements. Check out the six-year plans for your school by going to the what’s offered at my school page and selecting the link to each program area.