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Newsjd-giftnails2021-03-30T15:34:08-07:00
Kendra Reiser2022-12-07T17:11:10-08:00

Announcing Round Ten of CCW Program Builder Grants

Kendra Reiser2022-12-07T17:11:10-08:00

On behalf of Career Connect Washington (CCW), the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) is conducting a Round 10 [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-10-06T16:33:55-07:00

Ninth Round of CCW Intermediary Grantees Selected

Kendra Reiser2022-10-06T16:33:55-07:00

We’re excited to announce the ninth round of Career Connect Washington Program Builder grantees, which bridge the connection between [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-09-30T13:28:47-07:00

2022 Career Connect Washington Progress Report

Kendra Reiser2022-09-30T13:28:47-07:00

Thank you for your continued support of Career Connect Washington. We are pleased to provide our progress report for the last three [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-09-09T15:27:30-07:00

Announcing CCW Sector Intermediary August RFP Grantees

Kendra Reiser2022-09-09T15:27:30-07:00

We’re pleased to announce the newest Career Connect Washington Sector Intermediary grantees. These Sector Intermediaries will develop and implement [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-07-14T14:36:19-07:00

Request for Proposal Available: CCW Sector Intermediaries

Kendra Reiser2022-07-14T14:36:19-07:00

In response to the interest from our industry and regional partners, the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD), on [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-08-11T16:42:58-07:00

Announcing Round Nine of CCW Program Builder Grants

Kendra Reiser2022-08-11T16:42:58-07:00

On behalf of Career Connect Washington (CCW), the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) is conducting a Round 9 [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-07-08T18:19:44-07:00

Topic of Interest Form Round 9: CCW Program Builder Funding

Kendra Reiser2022-07-08T18:19:44-07:00

Round 9 of CCW Program Building funding is now open, so the Topic of Interest (TOI) Form is closed. [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-06-09T18:07:10-07:00

Now Open: Outreach & Communications RFP

Kendra Reiser2022-06-09T18:07:10-07:00

On behalf of Career Connect Washington (CCW), the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) is conducting a request for proposals to [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-05-02T13:00:45-07:00

Eighth Round of CCW Intermediary Grantees Selected

Kendra Reiser2022-05-02T13:00:45-07:00

We're excited to announce the eighth round of Career Connect Washington program builder (intermediary) grantees, which bridge the connection [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-02-11T12:08:42-08:00

Career Launch Online Application Now Available

Kendra Reiser2022-02-11T12:08:42-08:00

We are pleased to announce the availability of the online application for Career Launch endorsement. The Career Launch Endorsement [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-02-24T17:46:51-08:00

Announcing CCW Sector Intermediary January RFP Grantees

Kendra Reiser2022-02-24T17:46:51-08:00

We’re excited to announce new Career Connect Washington Sector Intermediary grantees. These Sector Intermediaries will develop and implement industry-aligned [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-03-22T15:16:25-07:00

Announcing Round Eight of CCW Intermediary Grants

Kendra Reiser2022-03-22T15:16:25-07:00

On behalf of Career Connect Washington (CCW), the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) is conducting a Round 8 [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-01-31T19:42:20-08:00

Request for Proposal Open: CCW Finance Sector Intermediary

Kendra Reiser2022-01-31T19:42:20-08:00

The Career Connect Washington Finance Sector Intermediary RFP is now open. The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD), on [...]

Kendra Reiser2022-01-06T12:04:27-08:00

January Request for Proposal Open: CCW Sector Intermediaries

Kendra Reiser2022-01-06T12:04:27-08:00

The January Career Connect Washington Sector Intermediaries RFP is now open. The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD), on [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-12-17T19:21:01-08:00

Announcing CCW Sector Intermediary November RFP Grantees

Kendra Reiser2021-12-17T19:21:01-08:00

We’re excited to announce the new Career Connect Washington Sector Intermediary grantees. Sector Intermediaries will develop and implement industry-aligned [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-11-17T15:27:46-08:00

Request for Proposal Open: CCW Sector Intermediaries

Kendra Reiser2021-11-17T15:27:46-08:00

The Career Connect Washington Sector Intermediaries RFP is now open. The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD), on behalf [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-10-19T18:03:27-07:00

Seventh Round of CCW Intermediary Grantees Selected

Kendra Reiser2021-10-19T18:03:27-07:00

We’re excited to announce the seventh round of Career Connect Washington program intermediary grantees, which bridge the connection between [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-09-22T14:18:08-07:00

Request for Information Open: CCW Sector Intermediaries

Kendra Reiser2021-09-22T14:18:08-07:00

On behalf of the Career Connect Washington (CCW) statewide coalition, the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) has published [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-09-10T13:24:04-07:00

2021 Career Connect Washington Progress Report

Kendra Reiser2021-09-10T13:24:04-07:00

The Career Connect Washington Progress Report was submitted earlier this month on behalf of the Career Connected Learning Cross [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-08-23T14:41:14-07:00

Announcing Round Seven of CCW Intermediary Grants

Kendra Reiser2021-08-23T14:41:14-07:00

We are happy to inform you that Round 7 of Career Connect Washington Intermediary Funding Request for Proposals (RFP) [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-07-21T14:51:09-07:00

CCW Regional Network Grantees for 2021-2023 Announced

Kendra Reiser2021-07-21T14:51:09-07:00

It is our pleasure to announce that nine organizations have been selected to lead their regions in expansion of career [...]

jd-giftnails2021-05-14T10:18:31-07:00

Gov. at Clark College to announce two new Career Launch Programs

jd-giftnails2021-05-14T10:18:31-07:00

Washington Governor Jay Inslee visited Clark College on April 30 to announce the state has certified two current Clark programs as Career Launch programs. The endorsement will [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-04-16T17:15:40-07:00

CCW Data Analyst Intermediary Grantee Selected

Kendra Reiser2021-04-16T17:15:40-07:00

We're excited to announce that Quantalogica, LLC was selected as the Career Connect Washington program intermediary to expand the Data Analyst Career [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-04-16T10:15:28-07:00

Sixth Round of CCW Intermediary Grantees Selected

Kendra Reiser2021-04-16T10:15:28-07:00

We’re excited to announce the sixth round of Career Connect Washington program intermediary grantees, which bridge the connection between [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-07-26T14:33:32-07:00

Announcing Round Six CCW Intermediary Grants

Kendra Reiser2021-07-26T14:33:32-07:00

We are happy to inform you that Round 6 of Career Connect Washington Intermediary Funding Request for Proposals (RFP) [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-03-29T13:41:35-07:00

Regional Network Position Open- be part of the Career Connect change!

Kendra Reiser2021-03-29T13:41:35-07:00

We are excited to announce a Network Director position to lead Career Connected Learning opportunities in King and Pierce [...]

Kendra Reiser2021-03-29T13:47:41-07:00

Fifth Round of CCW Intermediary Grantees Selected

Kendra Reiser2021-03-29T13:47:41-07:00

We’re excited to announce the fifth round of Career Connect Washington program intermediary grantees, which bridge the connection between [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-12-02T06:43:13-08:00

Building an Equitable Career Connected Learning System: Program Builders Survey Report

Katherine Dimond2020-12-02T06:43:13-08:00

Career Connect Washington is excited to share our new report, “Building an Equitable Career Connected Learning System: Program Builders [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:17:06-08:00

Announcing Round 5 CCW Intermediary Grants

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:17:06-08:00

Round 5 of Career Connect Washington Intermediary Funding Request for Proposals (RFP) is now available via Washington Electronic Business Solutions [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:14:10-08:00

Pandemic flips CTE models, but not without challenges

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:14:10-08:00

When schools suddenly skidded to a halt this spring due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, career and technology educators had [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:03:59-08:00

CCW Regional Network RFP Announcement

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:03:59-08:00

We are excited to let you know that we’re announcing a new RFP that will provide support for more targeted [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:00:54-08:00

CCW Round 4 Intermediary RFP announced

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T07:00:54-08:00

Career Connect Washington is happy to announce that Round 4 of Career Connect Washington Intermediary Funding Request for Proposals (RFP) [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:58:29-08:00

Third round of CCW intermediary grantees selected

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:58:29-08:00

We’re excited to announce the third round of Career Connect Washington program intermediary grantees, which bridge the connection between industry [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:53:40-08:00

Inslee and Reykdal announce CareerConnect@Home to provide students with Career Connected Learning opportunities

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:53:40-08:00

CareerConnect@Home will bring daily learning opportunities to students across the state. Now, every school day at 3:30 PM, students can [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:51:13-08:00

Governor Inslee highlights CCW in 2020 State of the State address

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:51:13-08:00

During the 2020 State of the State address by Governor Jay Inslee, Career Connect Washington and our partners were honored [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:13:25-08:00

Second round of intermediary grantees selected

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:13:25-08:00

We’re excited to announce the second round of Career Connect Washington program intermediaries, which bridge the connection between industry and [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:10:42-08:00

Governor’s budget provides strong support for Career Connect Washington

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:10:42-08:00

As Governor Jay Inslee released his supplemental budget proposal this week, we were very pleased to see the commitment to [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:07:30-08:00

Career Launch Endorsed Programs

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:07:30-08:00

We’re announcing the newest set of endorsed Career Launch programs. These programs join the robust set of registered apprenticeships in [...]

Katherine Dimond2021-11-06T06:29:15-07:00

First group of regional network and intermediary grantees selected

Katherine Dimond2021-11-06T06:29:15-07:00

In mid-September, we announced the selection of our regional partners who will be continuing the work of Career Connect [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:02:08-08:00

Summer camp provides job experience and industry insight

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T06:02:08-08:00

“Digging gas lines and installing transformers may not sound like the most glamorous way to spend your summer vacation, but [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T05:58:12-08:00

In WA, State Leaders and the Business Community Work Together to Develop the Workforce

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T05:58:12-08:00

“In his 2019 State of the State address, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee was one of several governors to stress the [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T05:55:41-08:00

Op-Ed: Steer our students to the many paths for productive lives

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T05:55:41-08:00

Thanks to all of your hard work and support, we were successful in passing the Career Connect Washington legislation – [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T05:53:44-08:00

We made it! Career Connect Washington legislation passed by legislature, signed by Governor Inslee

Katherine Dimond2020-11-23T05:53:44-08:00

“Last month, we joined dozens of students, community leaders and lawmakers to celebrate Gov. Jay Inslee’s signing of legislation that [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:47:22-08:00

Funding for Regional Networks Now Available

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:47:22-08:00

Strong regional networks are essential for connecting schools, students and employers in meaningful ways. These networks will convene and manage [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:48:30-08:00

Funding for Program Intermediaries Now Available

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:48:30-08:00

Developing a strong approach to career connected learning in Washington depends upon a network of program intermediaries who help connect [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:42:04-08:00

Inslee signs package of education bills, ushers in one of the most progressive education investments nationwide

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:42:04-08:00

Gov. Jay Inslee signed a major education bill Tuesday that establishes one of the most progressive higher education investments in [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:36:17-08:00

Career Connect Washington team speaks at Western Pathways Conference

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:36:17-08:00

Maud Daudon spoke about Career Connect Washington at this year’s Western Pathways Conference. With her was:Eric LeVineJiquanda Nelson, Sr. Manager, Equity, [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:29:35-08:00

State must make changes to connect students with jobs of the future

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:29:35-08:00

“Career and Technical Education, or CTE … has been a welcome but slow-moving adaptation to the contemporary job market, where [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:26:35-08:00

Maud Daudon: Expand career connected learning across the state

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:26:35-08:00

“If you’re a Washington business owner or manager wondering where to find skilled workers, you’re not alone. And if you’re [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:24:15-08:00

Todd Mielke: Career Connected Learning strengthens employer-educator partnerships

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:24:15-08:00

“It’s no secret that talent is a main driver in growing and retaining business in our region. However, preparing students [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:21:57-08:00

Voters agree the state should do more to expand career-connected learning opportunities

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:21:57-08:00

“Ninety-four percent of Washington state voters agree students at every level should have access to career-connected learning opportunities like internships [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:19:37-08:00

Soapbox: Combining career and classroom learning is the path to go

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:19:37-08:00

“As business leaders and teachers, we know that people learn differently and work differently. And just as businesses need a [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:17:03-08:00

In Our View: Start today building workforce of tomorrow

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:17:03-08:00

“That represents a changing reality of education in the United States. There is strong evidence that a college degree, on [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:12:46-08:00

Preparing for Workforce of Tomorrow by linking education, business

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:12:46-08:00

“The manufacturing technician ‘Career Launch’ pilot … offers a $12- to $14-an-hour paid apprenticeship at SEH of 25 to 28 [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-12-02T07:03:42-08:00

Scott Morris and Mike Brown: How do you get there from here? Career Connect Washington

Katherine Dimond2020-12-02T07:03:42-08:00

“It’s sometimes hard to remember how hard the “What do you want to be when you grow up?” question is. [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:07:38-08:00

Student Perspective: Career-connected learning: Finding a path to the future without fear

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:07:38-08:00

“The Career & Technical Education (CTE) clubs that incorporate career-connected learning have given me a picture of what I need [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:05:00-08:00

Education: Future needs, lingering gaps open 2019 session

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:05:00-08:00

“More than 70 percent of jobs created by businesses in Washington require post-secondary credentials of all kinds, yet only 40 [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:02:18-08:00

Vocational education is worth Inslee’s $110 million request

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T18:02:18-08:00

“Gov. Jay Inslee and state education officials are trying to help by designating $110 million to promote vocational and technical [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:59:32-08:00

Career-connected learning programs help students prepare for their futures

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:59:32-08:00

“Gov. Jay Inslee included $110 million in his budget for career-connected learning, — from K-12 through higher education and incumbent [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:53:26-08:00

Governor features Career Connect Washington in State of the State

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:53:26-08:00

“The Career Connect Washington initiative’s goal is to help connect students to a variety of pathways, including apprenticeships, certificates and [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:50:27-08:00

Editorial: How to fill 740,000 job openings in the state

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:50:27-08:00

“Dwarfed by bigger-ticket items in Gov. Jay Inslee’s proposed $54.4 billion budget for the 2019-21 biennium released last week — [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:47:36-08:00

Inslee visits LWTech students in Kirkland to learn how Career Connect Washington has supported students

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:47:36-08:00

“Washington Gov. Jay Inslee visited the Lake Washington Institute of Technology … to meet with students and faculty and learn [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:44:46-08:00

‘Yes, it’s possible’: The time is now for the Legislature to better fund higher education

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:44:46-08:00

“Recently, Gov. Jay Inslee’s Career Connect Washington Task Force unveiled a plan to expand work-based learning opportunities so students get [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T14:57:19-08:00

Washington voters don’t think schools prepare kids for careers. The state is trying to change that.

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T14:57:19-08:00

“Four out of five voters say Washington state’s high schools and colleges are failing to teach students real-world skills, [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T14:58:34-08:00

Apprenticeship program helps high schoolers learn vital skills for high-paying jobs

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T14:58:34-08:00

“Schools are finally listening to what local employers have been saying for years. “That they need workers. “Acro Machining [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T14:59:39-08:00

Avista provides Energy Pathways for students to explore career in energy industry

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T14:59:39-08:00

“Eighteen Spokane area high school juniors and seniors are spending July discovering if a career in the energy field [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:39:28-08:00

Task force outlines next steps for bolstering apprenticeships, career-connected learning in Washington

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:39:28-08:00

“The task force’s recommendations come at a pivotal time for the Career Connect Washington initiative, a public-private partnership Inslee [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:39:58-08:00

Inslee awards $6 million to create apprenticeship and career connections for 29,000 youth in 11 communities

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:39:58-08:00

“Job shadowing, internships and apprenticeships are just a few of the career connections that will become available to 29,000 [...]

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:41:03-08:00

Governor Inslee announces new Career Connect Washington Task Force

Katherine Dimond2020-11-22T17:41:03-08:00

“The first ever Governor’s Summit on Career Connected Learning in Redmond drew over 1,200 participants Wednesday as business, industry, [...]

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