Many will also receive a two-year college degree. These regions deliver services through education, job service, human services, JTPA, vocational rehabilitation, etc. Each region committee will develop a five year plan with strategies to implement the system in all schools, ultimately reaching every student in the region. The regions will be responsible for activities of employer outreach and coordination, staff development, community and school awareness, partnerships, technical assistance and articulation. Regions will assist local schools with planning, developing and implementing phases of the program, and must provide the opportunity for all schools in the region to participate.
More information regarding the nine regions is attached.
Each high school is in a defined service delivery area for a post-secondary institution. They will be key partners at the region local partnerships committee level and at the education cone level. A major area of focus will be staff development for all teachers, counselors, and administrators. The high school will also reach out to employers, parents and community based organizations for assistance with implementation. Students will have expanded opportunities to participate in internships, cooperative education, apprenticeships, etc. which relate to their career goals.