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2015 Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center <br />Youth Employment Program - WIOA Proposal <br />B. Describe in detail the activities that will lead youth to attainment of secondary school <br />diploma or equivalent. All Youth will be encouraged to continue their education, since this <br />is such an important factor in their overall improvement and success in life. Youth will work <br />closely with the Educational Counselor on a one-on-one basis where they will receive <br />encouragement and guidance. Youth will be encouraged to attend field trips throughout <br />the year, and be exposed to different college campuses, as well as a wide variety of majors. <br />By visiting a variety of colleges, youth will better understand the application process as <br />well as all requirements needed. <br />The Counselor will also assist and provide youth with outside tutoring as needed. Also, the <br />Counselor will work with the Volunteer Coordinator to locate a tutor who can meet with <br />youth on a weekly basis and help with classes. The Counselor will keep in communication <br />with the tutor, and ensure that youth is receiving the assistance needed to pass classes. <br />Aside from tutoring, the Counselor will meet with youth during b! -weekly meetings and <br />support youth in developing all the skills necessary to succeed. The meetings will focus on: <br />time management, test -taking strategies, and study skills. Furthermore, the counselor will <br />also map out a plan that will help youth work towards their goals. Youth and Counselor will <br />also set goals and will work to achieve goals. During every meeting Counselor will inquire <br />about youth's progression. Counselor will also work closely with Case Manger to ensure <br />that youth is receiving assistance needed from two different parties. <br />C. Special consideration for organizations that offer dropout prevention or dropout recovery <br />services. As mentioned previously, OCCTAC has partnered this year with the Santa Ana <br />Unified School District, Pupil Support Services/School Climate Department. In partnership <br />with Dr. Sonia Rodarte Llamas and Counselor Patrick Yrarrazaval-Correa, we will target and <br />serve the high school dropout youth in Santa Ana, and offer dropout prevention or recovery <br />services. Dr. Sonia Rodarte Llamas (Director of this Department) has met with Dr. Ana <br />Jimenez-Hami and Lizeth Lopez to discuss our new and exciting partnership! <br />7. Preparation for Postsecondary Education and Training: <br />A. Note: WIOA only accepts certificates that are accredited by a State recognized educational <br />entity or are recognized by employers. OCCTAC provides State recognized Certificate programs <br />in partnership with the Santa Ana College. Therefore, any employer should recognize these <br />certificate programs. We are extremely grateful for this wonderful partnership with the Santa <br />Ana College. <br />B. Special consideration for organizations that offer preparation for postsecondary education <br />and training in high -demand industries. Because of the certificate programs provided at <br />OCCTA, youth apply to the following positions and receive above minimum wage. <br />• Global Cash card $10.00 + Benefits <br />• Lowes - $10.45 <br />• Micro Center $10.00 + Benefits <br />• Daikin AC $12.00 <br />• Providence Speech $13.00 + Benefits <br />*3:u JWAJ <br />