West Sound STEM

West Sound STEM Network is hiring! Please share widely with anyone who think might be a good fit: https://southkitsapschooldistrict.schoolspring.com/ .

Biotechnician Assistant Credentialing Exam (BACE) Workshop + Industry Insights

This BACE Workshop + Industry Insights is a two-day event designed to introduce and/or expand participant’s knowledge of the BACE exam and corresponding free resources, provide industry-relevant content central to workplace skills, discuss/address potential gaps in biotechnology and bioscience curricula related to the BACE, and to provide a model for BACE administration.

Day two (optional) is an opportunity for participants to sit for and experience the full exam, with the goal of earning the credential and gaining insight into the exam content, structure, and rigor. Exams will be scored, and the participant will receive a BACE certification if you pass. ($175 value)

Follow-up (optional) will be an online webinar (date TBD by participants) in fall 2024 with experienced BACE teachers to share experiences, classroom strategies, and insight.

All participants will receive 12 WA State clock hours and BioRad’s textbook, “Biotechnology: A Laboratory Skills Course” (a $124 value).

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedWwnIuZ_JtaM2_UqST5rmaJjjfST2YVy0pzYpi3lueE2zqQ/viewform

https://southkitsapschooldistrict.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Western Washington Sheet Metal JATC is offering an exciting opportunity for high school juniors and seniors, a Summer Pre-Apprenticeship program with a 4 week duration. Students must be nominated by a CTE instructor. Submit completed applications by 6/14/24. https://wwsmjatc.org/

Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)

West Sound STEM Network is proud to announce that our region has been selected to be part of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation's Horizons Regional Grant Program, a three-year initiative to help more local students continue their education after high school and achieve their goals.

Other core partners named in the grant are College Success Foundation and Peninsula College, both West Sound STEM Network members. Together, these core organizations and the comprehensive crosssector partner team are known as the Postsecondary Regional Equity on the Peninsula (PREP) under the Horizons Regional Grant Program.
https://washingtonstate.gatesfoundation.org/what-we-do/washington-state-education/supporting-local-partnerships

Round 3 of CCW Apprenticeship Building America Funding opens on 4/1/24

The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD), on behalf of Career Connect Washington(CCW), is conducting a Request for Proposals (RFP) for CCW Apprenticeship Building America Program Builder Funding. We seek proposals from highly qualified entities capable of creating, expanding, or enhancing Registered Apprenticeship and Recognized Pre-apprenticeship programs in Washington’s high-demand and high-growth industry sectors.

Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
Washington STEM
Career Connect Washington

Round 3: CCW Apprenticeship Building America Funding: Open 4/1/24 | Career Connect Washington Round 3 of CCW Apprenticeship Building America Funding*: Opening April 1, 2024 The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD), on behalf of Caree ...

West Sound STEM Network is proud to partner with the Northwest Maritime Center for a Maritime Career Fair on Saturday, March 16 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Enjoy interactive exhibits, network with industry professionals, learn from experts, and enjoy snacks and prizes. Sail on toward an exciting future with a maritime career!
https://nwmaritime.org/events/maritime-career-fair/

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) invites you to join the virtual, 2024 High School Career Connections Expo! Attendees will have the chance to hear from and engage with PNNL scientists, business professionals, current student interns – as well as participate in workshops to prepare them for launching their future careers!

Tuesday, Feb. 6 & Wednesday, Feb. 7 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Register now for this exciting opportunity!

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/clallam/jobs/4332751-0/recompete-plan-coordinator

Here is a new job posting for a Recompete Plan Coordinator in Clallam County. It closes 1/31/24.

The Systems of Care Manager (SCM) is a full-time position designed to be fulfilled by an energetic and relational leader responsible for promoting Kitsap Strong throughout Kitsap County, building public will for its goals around increasing the capacity for handling people with care by bridging strong partnerships amongst community agencies, educators, faith and business leaders, and others.

The SCM engages community to work collectively in partnership toward shared goals. The SCM brings leadership experience; demonstrated analysis and project management experience; professional communication, shared learning experiences, and collaboration skills centering on the intended audiences; systems thinking, and attention to details.

To apply, please send a current resume and a letter of interest to: [email protected] by December 11, 2023 to be considered for the first round of interviews in January 2024. This position will remain open until filled.

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/woyasiblb5ag5ui4ondjp/Systems-of-Care-Manager-FINAL.pdf?rlkey=983pgttvt485kkqod782figol&dl=0

We'd like to extend our gratitude to our fabulous panelists of North Star Clinic for the Healthcare Pathways Panel last night. Thank you, James and Amy, for your insights and taking time out of your evening to serve the community.

Thank you to Jefferson County Library District for promoting this event and for the use of your meeting space!

Congratulations to Lulu Day, a student at Klahowya Secondary School in the Central Kitsap School District. She has been named West Sound STEM Network's 2023 Washington STEM Rising Star.

"Lulu has demonstrated exceptional leadership and technical skills as the captain of the Klahowya Secondary School's eSports team and actively encourages others to play or join the afterschool club," says Susan Day (no relation), a Career and Technical Education teacher at Klahowya Secondary School.

Read more: https://washingtonstem.org/lulu-day/

We're so proud of Nicollette, who is one of our Northwest Earth & Space Sciences (NESSP) teachers. What an adventure!

https://nwmaritime.org/maritime-high-school/maritime-high-school-announces-partnership-with-the-seattle-maritime-academy/

Click on the link to read details on this exciting new opportunity for Maritime High School students!

Maritime High School announces partnership with the Seattle Maritime Academy | Northwest Maritime Center Innovative and groundbreaking—a partnership between Highline Public Schools, Northwest Maritime Center, and Seattle Maritime Academy (SMA) has officially been established to further address the increasing need for maritime employees. Since opening in 2021, it has been the mission of Maritime ... R...

Congratulations to Lulu Day, who was selected as a 2023 Washington STEM Rising Star Award winner! Lulu is a freshman at Klahowya Secondary in the Central Kitsap School District. She uses STEM in exciting ways to support both her education and community. https://washingtonstem.org/washington-stem-rising-star.../ Central Kitsap School District Klahowya Secondary School

We'd like to extend our gratitude to our STEM Like ME! mentors who volunteer their time to speak with local middle school students about careers in STEM and Skilled Trades.

Featured here are activities from mentors Madi Asaro and Elle Bennett of Art Anderson Associates, Alan Carloza of Evergreen Rural Water of Washington, and Doug Christensen and David Adamson of Boeing. They inspired students by giving insights into careers in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering and Wastewater Management.

Interested in partnering with us as a mentor? Sign up today! https://forms.gle/89RqQ7epSsncHjkd8

https://www.westsoundstem.org/post/maritime-workforce-development-youth-programming-high-impact-for-kids

Northwest Maritime Center
Peninsula College
Western Washington University

Maritime Workforce Development + Youth Programming = High Impact for Kids The Northwest Maritime Center (NWMC), a West Sound STEM Network member, is a premier leader in the regional maritime workforce development. They recently hosted the international Teaching with Small Boats Conference at their campus on the shores of Port Townsend Bay. 167 educators, non-profit leader...