5.10.04
"Sacramento here we
come!"
The
District Office of Transition Services (DOTS) congratulates
the following students who have been selected by The California
Governor's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities
to participate as student delegates in the 2004 Youth
Leadership Forum. These LAUSD students together with approximately
50 high school students from all over California will
congregate at the California State University, Sacramento
and State Capitol, in Sacramento where they discuss important
issues, learn about different resources and meet with
successful adults with disabilities who are recognized
leaders and role models.
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4.27.04
Tri-Cities Community Partnership
Day
The
Local District J, District Office of Transition Services
(DOTS) staff sponsored the Tri-Cities Community Partnership
Day on April 15, 2004, at the Embassy Suites in Downey,
California from 9:30 A.M.-11:30 AM. It was a privilege
for Sheriff Leroy D. Baca to speak as the Keynote Speaker
to approximately one hundred-twenty students, parents,
and employers. The purpose of the Tri-Cities Community
Partnership Day event is to recognize students with disabilities
from Bell High School, Huntington Park High School and
South Gate High School who have successfully entered the
workforce. These exceptional students have overcome the
odds despite their disabilities. The event also honored
employers who have willingly volunteered their services
to train and gainfully employ these students were honored.
And third, the parents were recognized for their support
and faith in the Los Angeles Unified Schools.
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4.22.04
LA County
sponsors Job Fair: Saturday, April 24, 2004
Please
join Supervisor Yvonne Brathwaite Burke, the private industry,
nonprofit organizations and government agencies for the
Youth Job Fair Employment Opportunities for 16 to 21 year
old students. Activities include workshops in resume writing,
application preparation, dress for success, internet access
and on-line job search techniques. Free medical screening
will also be available on Saturday, April 24, 2004 10
am. to 3 pm ,Ted Watkins Park 1335 E. 103rd Street, Los
Angeles, CA 90002. For additional information, please
call (213) 738-2352 or (213) 974-2222.
4.20.04
Life After High
School Fair, May 19, 2004
Transitioning students! Explore
all the possibilities that awaits you... Here's an opportunity
to be introduced to the wide variety of programs, services
and supports available to you after high school. Over
30 agencies will be available to answer questions about
their services. The Life After High School Fair is for
students with disabilities ages 16-21 years old and their
families. This event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 19,
2004 at the North Los Angeles County Regional Center,
15400 Sherman Way, 1st Floor Conference Room. Visit any
time between 6:30 and 8:00 pm. Learn about educational
opportunities, vocational choices, employment opportunities,
day program options and living options. For more information
& special accommodations , please call Felicia Standley
Carson at (818) 756-6110. Spanish interpreters will be
available.
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4.2.04
Training Day 2004 @ Crenshaw
High School
Join us at Crenshaw High School on Thursday, April 15
from 9am to 2pm. Opportunities for transitioning students
to the world of work: Mock job interviews with business
professionals and community representatives; Dress for
Success fashion show; A Parent Workshop assisting individuals
interested in getting back into the job market; and Celebrity
guest speakers. Please call for Wanda Wiggins-Allen or
Mary Phillips for reservations at (323) 296-5370 x2140.
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4.2.04
LA Youth at Work
LA youth at Work will be holding a free job skills workshop
on Saturday April 3, 2004. Individuals between the age
of 16-24 are invited to attend workshops conducted by
volunteer business professionals. Among topics for discussion
include writing a winning resume, interview techniques,
business dress, job search tips and others. Please call
(213) 580-7573 to register.
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4.2.04
WorkSource Center: Theater
Jobs
The Metro North WorkSource Center will be conducting special
recruitments for a popular Los Angeles theater. Available
positions include ushers, security personnel, consession
and parking lot attendants. Fringe benefits include fresh
air and great performance while working. Recruitment dates
are scheduled for 3/31/04, 4/2/04 and 4/7/04. Call 323-539-2044
for more information.
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3.30.04
Part Time Jobs at UPS
The United Parcel Service (UPS) holds employment information
sessions twice a month at two Los Angeles locations (Vernon
and Lincoln Heights). Interested job seekers should bring
this Employment Referral Card Page
1 and Page
2 during the 1st and 3rd Fridays of any month beginning
February 1 through November 19, 2004, at 9-11am. Part
time positions with excellent pay and access to benefit
packages are available.
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3.26.04
Clean and Green in the Schools
Operating in the City of Los Angeles, the Clean and Green
program provides a great opportunity for middle and high
school students (ages 13-17) to participate in career
awareness activities and work in the community. Program
participants are employed to perform community beautification
projects including tree planting, mural painting, gardens,
etc. A list of
contact information for Clean and Green in the schools
is available. A list containing school contact information
is available to find out how to get students involved.
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3.22.04
We Build Program
Five months ago the Facilities Division launched the “We
Build” Program. It is a 320 hour (8 weeks, 40 hours
per week from 6am –3:30pm) unpaid Pre-Internship
Program to prepare applicants interested in an apprenticeship
program. Applicants must be 18 years old with a California
driver’s license, social security card and reside
within LAUSD local districts. Successful participants
will be placed with a trade union in the trade they choose
for placement on LAUSD construction projects. Local District
residents may access the "We Build" Program
Intake
Form (pdf), and return it to the "We Build"
Program for processing and referral.
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3.18.04
An Evening with Transition
Services
Local District F and the District Office of Transition
Services (DOTS) is sponsoring an event for parents of
middle school and high school special education students
on Wednesday, April 21, 2004 at the District F Community
Learning Center. Parents will have the opportunity to
meet their child’s Transition Teacher to learn more
about services provided by DOTS, participate in small
break-out groups, and learn about community resources.
Please RSVP.
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3.18.04
6th Annual Cinco de Mayo
Career Expo
Save the date. The
6th Annual Cinco de Mayo Career Expo is scheduled
for Thursday, May 6, 2004 from 10am to 3pm at Hollywood
Park. All students planning to attend are encouraged to
be prepared (soft skills, job ready, resume, etc.). A
good number of entry level opportunities are expected
this year.
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3.16.04
How to Generate a Welligent
ITP Listing Report
To
generate a Welligent ITP Listing Report for a specific
school or local district, follow this easy to use tutorial.
It may be helpful to print the instruction page before
attempting to create a list. Also, have your username
and password handy.
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3.8.04
Employment Opportunities
at Starbucks!
Starbucks
Company will be holding recruiting events at several Los
Angeles locations. Whether interested in a specific job
or want to explore opportunities throughout the company,
these hiring fairs will give interested students a chance
to talk to Starbucks recruiters and partners face-to-face
about the company's mission, values, growth and success.
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2.27.04
Knott's Berry Farm is Hiring
for Summer 2004
Summer
is just around the corner and Knott's Berry Farm is preparing
by hiring seasonal employees. The theme park will hold
a job fair on Saturday, March 6, 2004 beginning at 8:30
am at Western High School located at 501 Western Avenue
in Anaheim. Those unable to attend, may apply through
Knott's Berry Farm Staffing Services.
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2.27.04
Universal Studios is Hiring
for Summer 2004
The
world's largest movie studio theme park is now hiring
seasonal employees. Students interested in working behind-the-scenes
may apply in person or online. Those applying in person
must bring a resume 9 am - 4 pm, Monday-Saturday. Call
(818) 622-5627 for additional details.
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2.20.04
LACMA Offers Free Membership
for Students
Visiting museums is a great way for students & their
families to access leisure in the community. The Los Angeles
County Museum of Art is offering free membership for students
up the age 17 years. Student members may bring an adult
guest. Visit the LACMA website an application and additional
information.
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2.16.04
2nd Annual Agency Fair at
San Pedro High School
An excellent opportunity for students and parents to explore
postschool opportunities and other transition related
topics. Representatives from various agencies will be
available to provide assistance and information. This
event will be held on Thursday, March 18, 2004 from 12:30
to 2pm at San Pedro High School Library. Please call (310)
547-2491 x221 for details.
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1/21/2004
Career and Agency Fair
Local
District F and the District Office of Transition Services
is sponsoring a Career/Agency Fair for special education
students and their parents. The event will take place
on February 12, 2004 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose
Room of Wilson High School. Refreshments will be provided.
Buses will be provided for parents from Belmont H.S.,
Lincoln H.S., and District F to the fair. For more information,
please contact: Dorrine Conrad, Transition Coordinator
District F at 323 224 3103.
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1/21/2004
First Break and Six Flags Announces
the 2004-2005 Six Flags Employment Program
Please
adhere to the following instructions for recruiting students
to participate in the Six Flags Employment Program through
First Break.
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Locke High School's District Office of Transition Services and the WIA Work Experience Office (Cherona DeMesma and Simone Lowe) collaborated together to honor the high school seniors who participated in school based work programs such as WorkAbility I, Work Based Assessment, Workforce Investment Act, and Exploratory Work Experience, as well as the members of the Job Club. The Honorable H. Kirkland Jones, the Commissioner of the Kenyon Juvenile Court, and Dr. Corina Ramirez, a resident dentist at UCLA's community outreach clinic, were the guest speakers.
On May 24, 2004 Marlton School held their "Career Day 2004". This event was spearheaded by our DOTS Liaison - Teacher Terra Lyn Gray. The day started with a continental breakfast for the presenters. Starbucks donated the coffee and there were Danishes for all including water. The idea for the Career Day followed the LAUSD Career Pathways. Many of the presenters were from the different fields in the Career Pathways. We had speakers from The Wildlife Way Station, a deaf hairstylist, and chef, Postal Worker
The Senate passed the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act by a vote of 95-3. The Senate action breaks a major log jam and clears the way for a conference committee to meet to resolve differences between House and Senate versions of the IDEA. Both House and Senate bills contain positive features in areas such as conflict resolution, student discipline and paperwork reduction. The Senate bill includes provisions clarifying special education teacher certification requirements under No Child Left Behind. In its action today the Senate adopted amendments to allow school districts to challenge trivial lawsuits and to recover attorney's fees when sued for frivolous reasons; and to authorize the Secretary of Education to waive paperwork requirements for up to 20 states. Follow the bill's progress in the 
The District Office of Transition Services and Fatburger Corporation have formed a partnership in an effort to identify, train and hire 48 high school students from across the Los Angeles Unified School District. Fatburger intends to expand it's presence in our communities by opening 200 additional sites within the next ten years.