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NEWSLETTER
Curriculum Revitalization Project Newsletter
March 2015
Table of Contents
Gillespie High School
Construction Trades
Class Overcomes
Funding Cuts
Spotlight School…….……….....…….....Pages 1-2
Welcome to new Project Coordinator.…..Page 3
Spotlight School…...……………....…….....Page 4
Spotlight School…...……………....…….....Page 5
IACTE Legislative Day……………………..Page 6
Technology Tips………….………………....Page 7
Summer Academy…………....………….....Page 8
Counselors Corner……...…….....….……..Page 9
Mark Goldasich can correct an inaccurate measurement
or a poorly cut piece of wood. Handling a botched budget Health Matters……………….........…..…..Page 10
FACS of Life……………........…….….…..Page 11
was another story. Goldasich knew his construction
CTE Lesson Plans & E-Units….........Page 12-13
classes at Gillespie High School couldn’t operate on $625,
Upcoming Events….......................…..…Page 14
a mere third of his usual supply allowance from the district. Contact Information...........................Page 15-16
When the teacher heard the news, he set out to do what
he teaches his students to do every day in class. Fix it.
“That $625 just doesn’t buy a whole lot of wood, glue and screws,” Goldasich said. Today, Goldasich has
more than quadrupled his typical budget from years past. This semester, his classes have garnered more
than $8,600 worth of work orders and donations to keep the program moving forward. Building a deck
could earn as much as $3,000 for the class, while taking on something smaller, like a display case, may
bring in about $45. Every order counts and inevitably keeps the students building. “That sounds like
a lot of money (for a deck), but that’s $3,000 worth
of materials that these guys get to use and put their
hands on and learn from,” Goldasich said.
Goldasich launched a Facebook page this
semester to market his students’ skills. Now
they’re building display cases, bookshelves and
cabinets for the community, and the buyers are
footing the bill for the lumber, screws and tools the
class couldn’t afford on its own. “We’re trying to
build a can-do attitude,” Goldasich said.
“Regardless of what we’re handed, we’re going to
make the most of it.”
That attitude goes beyond working with their hands. Now that the class has customers, students like junior
Blake Middleton must keep their communication skills just as sharp as their tools. This semester, Middleton has designed and built a coffee table, display cases and an end table. He’s worked with his customers
to figure out proper sizes and styles, and then he’s transformed those ideas from sketches to life-size,
functional pieces. “The class shows you perseverance and initiative and how to work on your own,”
Middleton said. “I went from not being able to build a box during freshman year to this.” Despite the
school’s financial constraints, Principal Lori Emmons said she still considers the building trades program
essential. She believes hands-on, practical experience may be the difference between earning a diploma
and dropping out of school for some students. “Not every student is a traditional student,” she said. “It
teaches them to work with their hands, and it encourages them to keep going.”
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The words “perseverance,” “initiative” and “selfdiscipline” are carved on the podium where
Goldasich takes attendance each period. The
class centers on hard work, but Goldasich also
believes in rewards. He keeps coffee brewing
in the shop and offers cookout opportunities for
students exceeding his expectations.
“He’s always going to pat you on the back and
say ‘good job,’ and he’s always going to yell at
you for your mistakes,” Middleton said. “It’s a
great class.” From boxes to decks, Goldasich
said his classroom really isn’t teaching anything
different than vocational programs at other area
schools. The final products are just a little more
noticeable now that he’s marketing the class
online. The lessons start freshman year by building boxes and benches. These simple and lessexpensive projects give his students time to learn
the tools and the trade before they start building
custom items for sale their sophomore and junior
years. Senior-year students leave campus and
build decks and garages on private homes.
While the bookshelves, tables, chairs and headboards that come out of the shop look professionally
made, Goldasich said they’re merely the side product of an ongoing lesson in life. His classroom isn’t a
place for excuses and participation trophies. It’s a spot for Goldasich’s students to put down their
smartphones and briefly step out of what he calls the “selfie generation.” He wants his students to make
mistakes, anticipate problems and think critically to correct them. Just like he overcame the class’s
funding hiccup this year. “It’s about a can-do attitude, without a doubt,” he said. “And can I look at an
obstacle and see it as a challenge as opposed to stoppage in progress and a stoppage in work? It’s
about working together and being a good employee and a good teammate. That’s what we do in
vocational studies.”
This article was written by Maggie Menderski, Staff Writer for the State Journal Register - See more at:
http://www.sj-r.com/article/20141226/News/141229662/?Start=2#sthash.o3lY1pDy.dpuf
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March 2015
The Curriculum Revitalization Project is pleased to announce that Rodney McQuality has joined our
staff as the Curriculum Revitalization Project Coordinator.
Rod retired from the Williamsville CUSD15 as a junior high school principal in 2011. As principal at
Williamsville Junior High School, he was able to guide his students and staff in becoming an award
winning junior high school in the state of Illinois. Before becoming a principal in 1990, he served as the
Williamsville CUSD15 unit band director and before that served as unit music director for the West Pike
School District in Kinderhook, Illinois. After retiring as a public school administrator in 2011, he served as
an Ambassador/Instructor for Concordia University Chicago, in the Department of Leadership. There he
provided guidance in instructional design in transitioning the largest face to face Principal Internship in
Illinois, to a successful online program. In addition, he assisted adjunct online instructors in the Principal
Internship, taught multiple sections of the Principal Internship, along with many other courses in the
Department of Leadership. He continues to teach as an adjunct instructor in the Teacher Education
Program at the University of Illinois Springfield. Please join us in welcoming him to our staff.
Rodney’s contact information is:
Rod McQuality
Project Coordinator, Curriculum Revitalization
2450 Foundation Drive, Suite 100
Springfield, IL
217-303-5843
[email protected]
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NEWSLETTER
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March 2015
Bloom Township
High School District 206
2nd Annual Manufacturing Day
Thursday, October 2, 2014
On October 1, 2013 Bloom High School hosted an event
where South Suburban manufacturers came together to
offer students a first-hand look at an industry that functions
as the backbone for our nation. With the aid of our partners
Prairie State College, Reggie Greenwood of Calumet
Green Manufacturing Partnership (CGMP) and Mollie
Dowling of OAI Chicago Southland, we were able create
a setting that promoted Illinois Manufacturing Month to
connect companies and students with community based
manufactures and trade associations. By promoting
awareness and careers in the manufacturing sector
through the participation of Bloom High School, Bloom Trail High School and Rich East High School over
50 students met with state officials and local manufacturing leaders to learn about future career pathways
in manufacturing technology.
One year later, I am proud to say that this venture has grown to 8 participating High Schools with over a
120 students who have come to partake in this incredible opportunity to gain knowledge and exposure to
careers and options that many never knew existed. The day began with a public assembly at Bloom High
School’s Workman Auditorium, followed by tours of local manufacturing companies, a culminating activity
concluded this day with a Manufacturing Awareness Fair held at Prairie State College. Where manufacturers initiated conversation on various topics; the skilled labor
shortage they face, connecting with future generations,
taking charge of the public image of manufacturing, and
ensuring the ongoing prosperity of the entire industry.
I want to personally echo thanks to each of our school
partners for joining in this Day and a special thank you
again to our industry partners CGMP and OAI as well as
Prairie State College, our largest and most supportive
post-secondary education partner.
You all are helping to pave the way for our students’ career
choices and future success.
Vernell M. Glover
CTE/FA Coordinator
Bloom Township District 206
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March 2015
Blue Ridge High School/Farmer City
Carpentry Students Build Garage
The Blue Ridge carpentry class recently completed construction of a storage garage outside of the
high school this month. The garage is the 18th built in the tenure of shop teacher Ken Seneca.
Each year the class builds another structure in accordance with a course at Parkland College.
Students that obtain the requisite grades and fill out the required paperwork can receive dual credit
for completion of the course.
For several years in the past, the class has corroborated with area residents to construct a garage on
the property of an interested homeowner. The students supply the labor at no cost, while the homeowner would supply parts and materials. There is no project lined up for next school year, so Seneca
is looking for interested property owners that would like a garage built on their property.
The class does everything except electrical work, and everything is overseen by Seneca. Previous
projects include several garages in the area and the Santa House that can be seen on the square.
Anyone interested in having a garage built by the class on their property next year, email Seneca at
[email protected].
Story and photo courtesy of Leroy Farmer City Press
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NEWSLETTER
Curriculum Revitalization Project Newsletter
March 2015
IACTE Sponsored CTE Legislative Day
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
9:00 - All Displays must be in place
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Displays and Meet with Your Senator and Representative
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - CTE Rally in the Rotunda, Capitol Building, Springfield, IL
2:30 - 1:30 - Displays and Meeting with Your Senator and Representative
What is CTE Legislative Day? This day is dedicated to sharing information regarding Career
and Technical Education in Illinois schools to members of the Illinois Legislature! In other
words, this is your chance to bring your CTE students and showcase your CTE Programs to
the members of the Illinois Legislature. Students are important in this process! They speak
volumes when they demonstrate the importance of CTE to their future careers and how this
has helped them grow to be prepared for life.
CTE teachers must not be shy. You do wonderful things for your students and it needs to be
publicized! Sign up today!
Go to http://www.iacte.org/legislative-day-registration.html, fill out the registration form by
March 5 and be a part of an exciting opportunity to showcase how your CTE programs impact
the future of Illinois.
If you have questions, please contact me, Diane Mahinda, [email protected] or Cindy
Stover, [email protected].
Please look us up when you get there!
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Technology Tips
by
Diane Mahinda
Curriculum Revitalization Project Newsletter
March 2015
Accounting Curriculum
On the Horizon!
The first steps have been taken to develop
an accounting curriculum through the
Curriculum Revitalization Project.
On December 10, 2014 at Illinois Central
College in Peoria, working accounting
professionals from a variety of business
and industry firms gathered to discuss the
knowledge and skills needed to become accountants. Led by Mary Waters, Facilitator for the Structured
Group Interview, many topics were gleaned from the professionals. In addition, 10 accounting instructors
from around the State of Illinois listened, took notes, and asked clarifying questions throughout the
day. On December 11, these 10 accounting instructors came together to put lesson
titles, learning objectives, and suggested
lab sheet ideas to the topics derived from
the day before. These tasks are the first
steps taken in the process of providing
accounting lessons to teachers in the
State of Illinois through the MYcaert lesson libraries. By summer 2015, it is
planned that accounting teachers will be
solicited to write the lessons. Be looking
for those email announcements if you are
interested in writing lessons for the MYcaert accounting library.
Questions? Contact Diane Mahinda, [email protected], 217-303-5850.
D. Diane Mahinda, BMCE Facilitator
Illinois Curriculum Revitalization Project
SIU Center for Workforce Development
Springfield, IL 62703
www.ilcte.org; www.mycaert.com
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June 23-25, 2015
Springfield, IL
REGISTER online at
http://goo.gl/36sNU9
Cost: $75 (includes
lunches/materials)
PD Hours: 24
Content: Hands-on
AR, Apps, Google,
online security, and
more!
Information:
www.ilcte.org
Email: Diane Mahinda,
[email protected]
The 2015 Summer Academy
is provided by the Curriculum
Revitalization (CR) Project, a
project funded by the Illinois
State Board of Education.
Counselors Corner
SCHOOL COUNSELING RESOURCES
by Leah Brock
Curriculum Revitalization Project Newsletter
March 2015
Know Your School Counselor
Did you know that “guidance counselors” would like to be referred to as “School Counselors”? School
counselors do offer guidance as a service but today’s counseling services are being modeled as a full
service program. Counselors are not just offering “guidance,” but advising, counseling, supporting,
developing, assessing and a variety of other services as needed.
Did you know that there has been a push to make sure students know the word “college” is not specific to
2 and 4 year traditional programs? The new “college” model asks professionals to include licensure
programs as well as trade school programs and other post-secondary options in the definition of the term
“college.” Today, “college” can refer to any further education beyond the 4-year high school diploma.
Would you be aware of the above changes if you hadn’t read today’s article? In the same way that the
education model is changing to address common core standards, counseling models are changing to
address full-service needs of their student bodies.
Counselors face daily struggles when trying to meet the needs of their students. Being the one that many
students turn to when they have academic, social, personal, and career issues means that the counselor
needs to be well informed in a variety of topics.
When it comes to career guidance, some models stand true. A traditional College or Career fair may serve
the needs of your students by exposing them to variety of options. In addition, some schools have added
in the component of the Individualized Career Plan in order to continue those support services at the next
level.
Whatever options your local School Counselor provides, know that they fully support their schools in a
variety of ways whether it is “guiding” them towards “college” or providing other services as needed.
If you have any questions about how the CR Project can help your counseling program, or if you would like
your local school counseling program to be featured in next month’s Counselor’s Corner, please contact our
office.
Questions? Contact Leah Brock, [email protected], 217-303-5844.
Leah Brock, School Counseling Facilitator
Illinois Curriculum Revitalization Project
SIU Center for Workforce Development
Springfield, IL 62703
www.ilcte.org; www.mycaert.com
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HEALTH MATTERS with Whitney Mehaffy
Curriculum Revitalization Project Newsletter
March 2015
Collaborate
Help Build the HST section of the ILCTE website (www.ilcte.org) AND
Collaborate with other HST Programs in Illinois:
 Submit Helpful Links for Resources you are using in your HST classroom.
 Submit Toolkits or Curriculum for the NEW HST Education That Works section.
 Propose HST program issues OR help other HST programs by providing possible solutions
([email protected]). Issues with solutions will be added to the website under the NEW HST
Solutions section.
Create
Use ILCTE resources to Create lesson plans AND Supplement classroom materials:
 Use existing or suggest new HST lessons at MYcaert (www.mycaert.com). If you need help
setting up an account or cannot remember your login, contact the CRP office.
 HST Helpful Links is “under construction.” Check out NEW HST Helpful Links at www.ilcte.org:
Careers
Professional Organizations (NEW)
Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine
and Healthcare
Illinois Department of Employment Security
Illinois JobLink.com
Illinois Pathways Health Science Career Pathways
Illinois workNet Center
Common Core State Standards (NEW)
Emergency Preparedness/Management (NEW)
Federal & State Health Agencies (NEW)
Mathematics (NEW)
Teacher Resources
bParati – The Epicenter of Community Preparedness
Health Informatics Forum & Massive Open Online
Courses
Illinois Open Educational Resources – Health Science
Curriculum
Illinois Pathways Health Science STEM Learning
Exchange
ISBE College & Career Readiness – HST
NIH’s MedlinePlus
Kahoot
Sophia
Technical Assistance for Rigorous Academic & CTE
Education Project (Connections Project)
Connect
Whitney Mehaffy, Curriculum Revitalization Project HST Facilitator
(217) 303-5846 • [email protected]
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FACS Of Life
with
Linda Walker
Curriculum Revitalization Project Newsletter
March 2015
Family and Consumer Sciences has some important dates coming up. Keep abreast of the newest trends
and latest happenings in our profession by attending a professional conference. The Illinois Association of
Family and Consumer Sciences (ILAFCS) conference will be held March 13, 2015 at the I Hotel and
Conference Center in Champaign. For more information, contact Crystal Duncan [email protected].
The Connections Conference will be held March 25-26, 2015 at the Pheasant Run Conference Center in St.
Charles. Debbie Hopper and I will be presenting “Using the Curriculum Revitalization Project to Align
to Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) State Courses,” from 1:15-2:15 pm in Salon VI on March 25.
For registration information and session descriptions, contact Robin Fraser, [email protected]. We hope to
see all of you there.
The deadline for submitting registration for the FCCLA State Conference events is March 1. Please contact
Marta Lockwood [email protected]. The FCCLA State Leadership Conference will be held at the
Springfield Capitol Convention Center on April 16-18, 2015. I encourage all of you to bring students to the
conference as well as to compete. Marta always needs judges, so if you would be willing to judge or know
someone who would be willing to judge, please contact her at the email above.
It is not too early to be thinking about the IFACSTA Conference which will be held July 14-15 in Lisle.
Registration information will be available at a later date.
On another note—FCS teachers, don’t forget to remind your students that there are many jobs available on
cruise ships. What a great way for your students to hone their culinary skills, work with children, work in the
food/beverage areas, meet people from all over the world, as well as travel to exotic places. However, all is
not glamorous—remind them that the hours are long, you often share a very small room, and the pace is
hectic. I have included some websites below that will give information about what the jobs entail, salaries,
and how to apply.
http://www.princess.com/employment/onboard_employment/
http://dcl.disneycareers.com/en/explore-positions/hotel-operations/
http://www.ncl.com/about/careers/shipboard-employment
http://www.celebritycareersatsea.com/pages/day_life
http://www.cruiselinesjobs.com/ (This site has a list of jobs available on a cruise ship as well as a description of that job. Example: A day in the life of a waiter)
http://www.cruiseshipjobs.com/age-and-other-requirements-for-cruise-ship-employment.htm
(Very comprehensive site listing requirements for being hired)
Questions? Contact Linda Walker, [email protected], 217-303-5849.
Linda Walker, FCS Facilitator
Illinois Curriculum Revitalization Project
SIU Center for Workforce Development
Springfield, IL 62703
www.ilcte.org; www.mycaert.com
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New CTE Lesson Plans and E-Units
recently added to the MyCaert Library:
The following Lesson Plans were released February 2015
Lesson Plans
Business, Marketing, and
Computer Education
Paralegal
PLGL D4-1 Legal Research
PLGL D4-2 Case Law
Family & Consumer Science
Culinary Arts
CA B3-1 Sensory Perception
CA B3-12 Sugar Crystallization
Business, Marketing, and
Computer Education
Video Game Programming
VG A4-6 Symbol Creation in Flash
VG A5-1 SDKs for Game Development
VG A5-2 Tools and Game Engines
Family & Consumer Science
Culinary Arts
CA B3-1
Sensory Perception
CA B3-12 Sugar Crystallization
Health Science Technology
Family & Consumer Science
Emergency Medical Services
Human Growth and Development
EMS A2-3 Basic Physiology and Anatomy
HGD A2-2 Developmentally Appropriate Lessons and
Activity Plans
Technology & Engineering Ed.
Health Science Technology
Graphic Communications
GRCO A3-1 Economic Sustainability
Technology & Engineering Ed.
Manufacturing and Production
MP B2-1 Manufacturing-Specific Skills Checklists
E-units
Business, Marketing, and
Computer Education
Paralegal
PLGL D4-1 Legal Research
PLGL D4-2 Case Law
Emergency Medical Services
EMS A2-3
EMS B2-5
EMS B2-6
EMS B2-7
EMS B2-8
EMS B2-9
Basic Physiology and Anatomy
Cardiac Anatomy
Cardiac Physiology
Basic Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
Cardiovascular Emergencies
Respiratory Anatomy
Technology & Engineering Ed.
Graphic Communications
GRCO A3-1 Economic Sustainability
Technology & Engineering Ed.
Manufacturing and Production
MP B2-1 Manufacturing-Specific Skills Checklists
CTE Lesson Plans & E-UNITS available on: www.MyCAERT.com
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New Common Core
Mathematics Activities
The following Common Core Mathematics Activities
were released February 2015
Common Core Mathematics Activities
Business, Marketing, and Computer Education
BMM C2-5
BMM C4-4
BMM C9-1
Product Pricing and Target Marketing: Variable and Fixed Cost Calculations
Franchises: Breakeven Analysis
Supply and Demand
Technology & Engineering Ed.
Manufacturing and Production
Green and Energy Efficient Construction
GEEC E3-7 Windows and Doors: Replacement Window and Door Projects
Health Science Technology
Medical Assisting
MA B1-1 Computer Skills: Spreadsheets and Charts
MA B1-5 Patient Records: File Space Requirements
MA B3-1 Pre-certification, Third-Party Administration, and Managed-Care Plans: Insurance Calculations
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Lesson Plan Writers Are Currently Sought for Spring 2015
The ISBE's Curriculum Revitalization Project is seeking experienced instructors with an
interest in writing curriculum materials for the development of teacher lesson plans and
accompanying student materials.
Materials to be written are in the following content areas:
Culinary Arts: Nutrition & Dietetics
Drafting & Design
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Graphic Communications
Manufacturing Production
Medical Assistant
Paralegal Services
Pharmacy Technician
Video Game Programming
If you have technical expertise in one of these content areas, and want more information,
contact Mary Waters at [email protected].
See examples of our over 2,000 lessons at www.mycaert.com.
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4/17/2015
4/23/201
4/25/2015
6/15-16/15
6/17-18/15
6/23-25/15
IHOSA/Future Health Professionals Conference
ILAFCS Conference
DECA State Competition Judging
Math-On-Mondays Workshop
IACTE Legislative Day
FCS Presentation
Math-On-Mondays Workshop
ICAIA Conference (ICAIA.org for info)
Connections Conference
FBLA Judging
NBEA Conference
FCCLA State Conference
BMCE and FCS Presentation
IBEA Spring Board Meeting
Certiport Certification Training
Certiport Certification Training
CRP Summer Academy
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Decatur, IL
Champaign, IL
Decatur, IL
Carlinville, IL
Springfield, IL
McHenry, IL
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Meet our Team
“Design, deliver and evaluate innovative curriculum resources for the Illinois CTE community.”
Contact our CR Project Facilitators for Workshops,
Professional Development Activities, and many other CTE related services.
D. Diane Mahinda, M.S.-Type 75
Facilitator for Business, Marketing
& Computer Education (BM&CE)
[email protected]
Diane retired from Springfield Southeast High School as the CTE Department Chair
and business teacher nearly 9 years ago. In February 2006 she became the Business, Marketing, and Computer Education (BMCE) Facilitator for the Illinois Curriculum Revitalization (CR) Project working with CTE teachers and administrators across
the State of Illinois. In addition to teaching at the high school level, Diane taught in an
adult education center, was adjunct faculty at Lincoln Land Community College for 12
years, taught Cisco Networking at the University of Illinois in Springfield for 5 years,
and was the coordinator for the Teacher Education Program at UIS, formerly known
as Sangamon State University. She holds Type 09 teaching and Type 75 administrative certifications and has been a member of the Illinois Business Education Association (IBEA) off and on for 40 years. She also holds memberships in IEA, IACTE,
ACTE, and NBEA. While working for the CR Project Diane has been recognized with
the Friend of IBEA and IACTE awards and has been elected to the 2nd Vice President position for IBEA for the 2014-2015 year.
Linda has been a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher for the past 35 years—
the last twenty eight years were spent at Midwest Central High School in Manito.
She was an FCCLA advisor, has served on the FCCLA Board of Directors, and has
had several FCCLA State officers. For 20 years she was a member of IFACSTA
and has served as the Region 3 Representative. Linda received a Master of Science
in Educational Administration from Illinois State University in 1989. She holds a
Type 09 certification in Home Economics Education and a Type 75 Administrative
certification. After retiring in 2006, she joined the Curriculum Revitalization Project.
Linda Walker, M.S. –Type 75
Facilitator for Family & Consumer
Sciences (FCS)
[email protected]
Bruce Milner, M. Ed. –Type 35
Facilitator for Technology &
Engineering Education (T&EE)
[email protected]
Bruce began his teaching career with Greenfield High School in 1977. Beginning in
1980, Bruce spent 31 years as one of several Industrial Technology teachers in
Jacksonville School District 117. As Adjunct Faculty with Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, Bruce taught Automotive Technology courses in Automotive Electricity and Electronics. He also served as Adjunct Faculty with Lincoln
Land Community College for Dual-Credit courses through Jacksonville High
School. He is a member of IACTE, ACTE, ITEEA, NTA, ACA and has been a long
time member of the Illinois College Automotive Instructors Association (ICAIA). He
achieved an M. Ed. through the University of Illinois, B. S. in Occupational Education with a Type 34 Illinois Teaching Certificate through Southern Illinois University
in Carbondale, and an A.A.S. degree in Diesel Engine Technology from Lewis and
Clark Community College. He is also an ASE Certified Master Automobile Tech
nician with L1 Specialist Certification and ASE Certified in Medium and Heavy
Trucks.
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Meet our Team
“Design, deliver and evaluate innovative curriculum resources for the Illinois CTE community.”
Leah Brock, M.A., N.C.C.-Type 73
Facilitator for School Counseling
[email protected]
Whitney Mehaffy, MPH, BS
Facilitator for
Health Science Technology (HST)
[email protected]
Leah Brock has worked in the School Counseling/ Student Services field
since 2006. Prior to that, she worked in higher education. Over the last 14
years she has used her knowledge of education, course work, assessments and career planning to assist thousands of students in exploring
post-secondary options in a variety of fields. In this position she uses her
knowledge as a Professional School Counselor to assist other counselors
in becoming well versed in a variety of educational and career planning
objectives such as; job trends, job market analysis, career assessments,
portfolio development, nontraditional career opportunities, career and
course planning tools, and current counseling issues that impact students
as they pursue their career options throughout high school and after graduation. Leah holds a Master's degree in Human Development Counseling
as well as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified
Counselor (NCC) credentials as well as a Type 73 for School Counselors
in the state of Illinois.
Whitney Mehaffy has worked in various areas of health and safety over the
past 14 years. Currently, she also volunteers as a Child Passenger Safety
Technician and works for a national preparedness network on website development and content revision. She worked for 9 years in local public health
departments in the areas of health education, child passenger safety, HIV/
AIDS testing and counseling, and emergency preparedness. While working
at the local level, Whitney was actively involved with the Illinois Public Health
Association (IPHA). She began her health career as a Certified Athletic
Trainer in 2000. She also Interned for the Illinois Environmental Protection
Agency’s Health and Safety Unit, performing fit testing and training in CPR,
First Aid, and 24/40-hr. HAZWOPER Safety. She is passionate about community collaboration and empowering youth to fully realize and utilize their
talents and abilities. Whitney holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from
the University of Illinois at Springfield and a Bachelor’s degree in Physical
Education-Athletic Training major option from Western Illinois University.
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