New Connections to Work served over 8,000 students during FY 97 and made a substantial contribution to the state economy and tax base by helping students achieve economic self-sufficiency. During FY 97, welfare recipients received services through pilot programs at Albany Technical Institute, Athens Area Technical Institute, Atlanta Technical Institute, Middle Georgia Technical Institute, Moultrie Area Technical Institute, North Georgia Technical Institute, Swainsboro Technical Institute, and Walker Technical Institute. This unit prepares youth and adults for rewarding, life-sustaining careers in the 21st century. Through the Tech Prep initiative, curriculum integration and articulation between educational agencies have made the transition easier for students. Over 400 articulation agreements and career programs of study have been developed with sequenced secondary and postsecondary course work.
Assistance is provided for student career assessment, advisement, preparation, and placement.
The community is actively involved in curriculum development and revision. In addition, DTAE staff works with local educators and employers to provide work-based learning experiences for students. Equity Services Equity Services assists nontraditional students, minorities, and immigrants in overcoming barriers to success. Movin' On' magazine, which was published and distributed to high school seniors during FY 97, emphasized nontraditional training programs available in technical institutions. The program is designed to provide case management for participants, including assessment, counseling, job development, and placement assistance.