Classroom to Career Conference

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Connecting AZ Youth from Classroom to Career

Join our innovative conference to become one of the leading Arizona organizations bridging STEM career pathways for Arizona youth from the classroom all the way cutting edge careers in science, technology, engineering and math!

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Location: Grand Canyon University, 2700 W Camelback Road, Building 71 Phoenix, AZ 85017

Date & Time: October 23, 2024 | 3:00 – 6:00 pm

School Connect and co-host, Grand Canyon University, invite you to the Classroom to Career Conference – an exciting event where STEM industry professionals meet with school leaders to plan collaborative projects and initiatives for Arizona students, giving them real world STEM experiences and opportunities for future careers. By partnering educational leaders with industry experts, we can we can build adaptable, future ready students who are connected from their classroom all the way to cutting edge careers in science, technology, engineering and math!

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What to Expect?

Arizona Educators

  • Discover STEM education and career opportunities
  • Make valuable STEM industry connections
  • Join an Educator Panel discussion
  • Plan STEM initiatives and projects

STEM Industry Leaders

  • Share STEM career opportunities
  • Build top talent for your industry
  • From valuable connections with Arizona educators
  • Showcase your STEM career offerings and programs
  • Join a Business Leader Panel discussion

“Before I went to ASU Stadium, I’d heard the word “engineer” before, but I didn’t really know what they did. It was kinda like a mystery job to me. And to be honest, I had no clue how someone becomes an engineer either. But when we had those engineer presenters at lunch, everything started to make sense.”

“I asked them all sorts of stuff, like how they got into engineering, what their favorite projects were, and what they thought was the coolest thing about their job. It got me thinking a lot about my future. Like, maybe I could be an engineer too someday. I mean, if they can do all this amazing stuff, why not me?”

“And guess what? Some of them said they struggled in school too. That was a big surprise because I always thought engineers had to be like super geniuses. It felt real because they were just regular people like us, and they made it happen. So now, I’m kinda excited about the idea of becoming an engineer one day. Who knows? Maybe I’ll be the one talking to students and inspiring them at some cool place like ASU Stadium in the future.”

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Grand Canyon University @gcu and School Connect are pleased to invite you to our Classroom to Career Conference on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 3-6 pm.

Tickets: https://sccityofphoenix.org/event/2024-classroom-to-career-conf/

Flyer: https://schoolconnectaz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/C2CC-Flyer-2024.pdf

This future forward conference connects STEM industry leaders with school leadership forming STEM partnerships that will support Arizona youth from STEM classrooms all the way to STEM careers!

Much like the STEM CAFE, this conference is your one stop shop to bridge the gap between education and industry, connecting resources and integrating real world STEM experiences into the classroom. Whether you are a STEM industry leader looking to engage STEM talent or an educator looking to provide direct career pathways for your students, you don’t want to miss this exciting event!

@stemsportsusa @gentechsupport @cityofphoenixaz @traceybee65 @scottsdaleunifiedsd @eric.j.rodriguez

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Grand Canyon University @gcu and School Connect are pleased to invite you to our Classroom to Career Conference on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 3-6 pm. Tickets: https://sccityofphoenix.org/event/2024-classroom-to-career-conf/ Flyer: https://schoolconnectaz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/C2CC-Flyer-2024.pdf This future forward conference connects STEM industry leaders with school leadership forming STEM partnerships that will support Arizona youth from STEM classrooms all the way to STEM careers! Much like the STEM CAFE, this conference is your one stop shop to bridge the gap between education and industry, connecting resources and integrating real world STEM experiences into the classroom. Whether you are a STEM industry leader looking to engage STEM talent or an educator looking to provide direct career pathways for your students, you don’t want to miss this exciting event! @stemsportsusa @gentechsupport @cityofphoenixaz @traceybee65 @scottsdaleunifiedsd @eric.j.rodriguez

The moment during Love Our Schools Day when Sunnyslope High School players realize they can help Sierra out of her wheelchair to make a basket. Watch with the sound on to hear these #studentleaders cheer her on! If you have not signed up for Love Our Schools Day yet, now is the time. Don’t miss the magic!

https://schoolconnectaz.org/love-our-schools-day/submit-your-project/

#LoveOurSchools #sunnyslopeproud #everychildmatters #leadershipstartshere #studentleaders #vikings #eaglessoar
@glendaleunionaz @sunnyslope_wesd @sunnyslopebasketball

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The moment during Love Our Schools Day when Sunnyslope High School players realize they can help Sierra out of her wheelchair to make a basket. Watch with the sound on to hear these #studentleaders cheer her on! If you have not signed up for Love Our Schools Day yet, now is the time. Don’t miss the magic! https://schoolconnectaz.org/love-our-schools-day/submit-your-project/ #LoveOurSchools #sunnyslopeproud #everychildmatters #leadershipstartshere #studentleaders #vikings #eaglessoar @glendaleunionaz @sunnyslope_wesd @sunnyslopebasketball

NEW DATE! Join School Connect on Sept 11th to fire up the lanes and knock ’em down for our 2nd Annual Bowling Tournament Fundraiser! Bring a team to represent your organization and help us build a brighter future for Arizona youth!
Sponsor: https://schoolconnectaz.org/bowling/
 
Thank you to our sponsors: @core1937 #VSMG @stemsportsusa @progressive_roofing @kairos.healthcare
 
#everychildmatters #representAZ #beachampion #team #bowlingtournament #networkforacause

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NEW DATE! Join School Connect on Sept 11th to fire up the lanes and knock ’em down for our 2nd Annual Bowling Tournament Fundraiser! Bring a team to represent your organization and help us build a brighter future for Arizona youth! Sponsor: https://schoolconnectaz.org/bowling/   Thank you to our sponsors: @core1937 #VSMG @stemsportsusa @progressive_roofing @kairos.healthcare   #everychildmatters #representAZ #beachampion #team #bowlingtournament #networkforacause

Last year for Love Our Schools Day, volunteers helped Lakeview Elementary pack and organize their food pantry for kids experiencing hunger. What project is your school doing for Love Our Schools Day? Post your project to invite volunteers to your school!



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#loveourschool  #loveourschoolsday #communityaction #schoolproject #hungerheroes



@lakeviewelementary @wesd_schools @calvaryphx

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Last year for Love Our Schools Day, volunteers helped Lakeview Elementary pack and organize their food pantry for kids experiencing hunger. What project is your school doing for Love Our Schools Day? Post your project to invite volunteers to your school! https://schoolconnectaz.org/love-our.../submit-your-project/ #loveourschool  #loveourschoolsday #communityaction #schoolproject #hungerheroes @lakeviewelementary @wesd_schools @calvaryphx

What is YOUR favorite Front “Pourch” Rule?
Summertime means TIME spent with your #family, your #friends, and your #team! Tell us your Favorite Front “Pourch” Rule(s) in the comments! Do you never sip alone? Do you observe 5 o’clock somewhere rules? What’s your sip of choice?

Every person who comments with their favorite rule(s) will be entered into a drawing to win 2 free tickets to our Brewery Tour Fundraiser!
Fundraising tickets available here: https://schoolconnectaz.org/event/brewery-tour-24/

Tour schedule available here: https://schoolconnectaz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-Brewery-Tour-Flyer.pdf

#summertime #neversipalone #5oclocksomewhere #frontpourchrules #frontporchrules #community
@frontpourchbrewing @lakepleasantbrewing @simplemachinebrewing

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What is YOUR favorite Front “Pourch” Rule? Summertime means TIME spent with your #family, your #friends, and your #team! Tell us your Favorite Front “Pourch” Rule(s) in the comments! Do you never sip alone? Do you observe 5 o’clock somewhere rules? What’s your sip of choice? Every person who comments with their favorite rule(s) will be entered into a drawing to win 2 free tickets to our Brewery Tour Fundraiser! Fundraising tickets available here: https://schoolconnectaz.org/event/brewery-tour-24/ Tour schedule available here: https://schoolconnectaz.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-Brewery-Tour-Flyer.pdf #summertime #neversipalone #5oclocksomewhere #frontpourchrules #frontporchrules #community @frontpourchbrewing @lakepleasantbrewing @simplemachinebrewing