ORANGE COUNTY CHILDREN'S THERAPEUTIC ARTS CENTER (19)

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2021-22 Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center Youth Employment Program - WIOA Proposal B. Describe in detail the activities that will lead youth to attainment of secondary school diploma or equivalent. All Youth will be encouraged to continue their education, since this is such an important factor in their overall improvement and success in life. Youth will work closely with the Educational Counselor at OCCTAC on a one-on-one basis, and receive encouragement and guidance. All WIOA participants will be encouraged to attend college field trips throughout the year, and be exposed to different college campuses, as well as a wide variety of majors. By visiting the various colleges, youth will understand better the application process as well as all requirements needed. The WIOA program at OCCTAC will also assist all youth with academic skills and provide all youth with basic skills deficiency a Literacy/Numeracy Tutor to help them improve in the deficient areas. In addition, the Educational Counselor will keep in close communication with the Literacy/Numeracy Tutor, and ensure that every participant is receiving the assistance needed to pass his or her classes. Aside from tutoring, the Counselor will meet with youth during bi-weekly meetings and support youth in developing all the skills necessary to succeed. These meetings will focus on important topics, such as, time management, test -taking strategies, and study skills. Furthermore, the counselor will also map out a plan that will help youth work towards their academic/educational goals. Youth and Counselor will also set goals and will work together to achieve goals. During every meeting, Counselor will inquire about youth's progress. Counselor will also work closely with the Case Manger, the Career Counselor and the Tutor to ensure that youth is receiving all the necessary assistance needed to improve in their academic goals. C. Special consideration for organizations that offer dropout prevention or dropout recovery services. As mentioned previously, OCCTAC will continue to collaborate with the Santa Ana Unified School District, TPP, as well as with the Department of Pupil Support Services, headed by Heidi Cisneros. We will continue to work with key counselors like Patrick Yrarrazaval-Correa to enroll in our program targeted Santa Ana youth, and offer dropout prevention or recovery services. 7. Preparation for Postsecondary Education and Training (3 pages max): Note: WIOA only accepts certificates that are accredited by a State recognized educational entity or are recognized by employers. OCCTAC provides State recognized Certificate programs in partnership with the Santa Ana College. Therefore, any employer should recognize these certificate programs. We are extremely grateful for this wonderful partnership with the Santa Ana College. See letters of Support from the Santa Ana College in Attachments C and F. A. Special consideration for organizations that offer preparation for postsecondary education and training in high -demand industries. OCCTAC offers youth with and without disabilities preparation for postsecondary education. As state previously, OCCTAC partners with the Santa Ana College to offer youth a variety of career path options. Our WIOA team (Educational and Career Counselors, Case Manager and Literacy/Numeracy Tutor) work together to assist all of the youth enrolled in this program. Because of the certificate programs provided at OCCTAC, youth apply to the following positions and receive minimum and above wages. For example, • Micro Center $12.00 + Benefits 11