Today wasn’t a typical school day for about 150 9th graders in the college-and-career exploration classes at Madison High School in Northeast Portland. Instead, students got a look at the world of work.
Volunteers give a glimpse of their work during Career Assemblies Day
At career assemblies held on Portland Public Schools campuses, students learned about a variety of careers, ranging from healthcare, high tech and public safety to architecture, construction and engineering, plus many more.
Tell Your PWA Story: Resources for Board Members + Supporters
Our board members are not just volunteers. They’re also ambassadors for the organization. With that in mind, here’s a compilation of resources for board members or other PWA supporters who want to share information about our nonprofit.
Rigorous high school classes the best preparation for college, workforce training programs
With fall classes underway at Oregon’s public universities, it’s a good time to remember the importance of preparing students to succeed in life after high school. Whether students enroll in college or pursue a trade, rigorous academic preparation is the
What ‘career readiness’ means
This fall, we’re pleased to see an unprecedented level of community support for helping students prepare for life after high school. Here are a few ways we’re involved, in our role as a bridge between high schools and employers.